Ssireum (Korean: 씨름; Korean pronunciation:) [1] or Korean wrestling is a folk wrestling style and traditional national sport of Korea that began in the fourth century. In the modern form each …

Feb 13, 2023 · Read a beginner's guide to ssireum. What is Ssireum? This guide features everything you need to know about the rules, regulations and weight classes of this wrestling …

Ssireum is a traditional Korean wrestling sport deeply rooted in cultural heritage. It is recognized by UNESCO as a testament to the sport’s contributions to Korean culture. Wrestlers in …

Ssirum (wrestling) is a physical game practised popularly in all regions of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, where two opponents try to push each other to the ground using a satpa (a …

Aug 10, 2022 · This article is dedicated to Ssireum - a Korean traditional wrestling style with millennia of history, that is now again turning into a major spectator sport.

In Seoul, modernity stops and pay homage to a millenary practice: SSIREUM, the traditional Korean wrestling portrayed by Fred MacGregor.

Ssireum techniques focus on 5 distinct areas; hand, leg, foot, waist, and lift. Round-winning moves are often resounding and explosive.

Ssireum is a form of traditional Korean wrestling that has been practiced for over a thousand years. It involves two competitors who try to throw each other to the ground using various …

Feb 13, 2024 · Ssireum, or Korean wrestling, is the national sport of Korea and a traditional folk wrestling form. Its origins date back to the fourth century, and it holds great cultural and …

Jul 23, 2024 · Ssireum, the traditional Korean wrestling, is more than just a sport; it’s a vibrant thread woven into the fabric of Korean heritage. This ancient practice, which dates back to the …