The basis of the art lies in circular motion, effectively making use of full 360 degree rotations of key joints of the human body. This serves to conserve energy and reduce the risk of injury caused by forced linear action. Dynamic throwing techniques, joint locks, kicking techniques are freely expressed based on circular motions of hands, legs and the whole body.

WHD has been practiced by many people who had many different ideas and characters. WHD has a universal principle that can be applied to everybody regardless of race, age, sex or religion.

Grandmaster Kim established International WonHwaDo Academy in Ireland in 2002 and has been teaching since.