Due to the wide range of influences there is no definable point in time where Vietnamese martial arts started to live. Vietnam, as a distinct entity has officially existed since apx. 2879 BCE, though first human settlement can even be traced back to 600, 000 BC.

Hong Gia La-Phu-Son is an ancient Taoist internal Kung Fu based upon Wu Chi (the essentials of Tai Chi, Hsing-I, and Pa Kua) and Nga Mi (Beautiful Eyebrow). It utilizes Noi Cong (nei kung), Chi Kung, and fighting movements so that students can develop (in order) health, strength, and self-defense.

Phakwondo is a sect of martial art that is rather special due to its establishment through the process of study, experience and then summarization.
I- Explaining the meaning of the name Hoa Quyen Dao or Phakwondo