TAE KWON DO MAN ON BUILDING SELF CONFIDENCE [Paperback]

Rory Kyle (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 8, 2004

At the age of twelve, Joey was a shy boy who preferred doing things alone rather than interacting with others. His parents were very concerned about their only child. He was growing up so quickly, but without the social skills that would be so important for him when he entered high school and college.They tried everything that they could think of to get him interested in meeting other kids and spending time with them. But nothing seemed to work. Until one day, when his mom came across an ad in the yellow pages about self defense classes.Signing Joey up for the martial arts completely changed his way of life. Over his years in Tae Kwon Do, he transformed from a timid, bashful introvert into a gregarious, self confident young man, eager to accept and face the challenges before him.

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About the Author

Master Rory Kyle has been involved in various stages of the martial arts for nearly three decades. His introduction to Tae Kwon Do began during his freshman year in high school when his father returned from Viet Nam. All throughout high school and college, Master Kyle continued his studies of the martial arts.In 1992, he earned the title of "Master" in Tae Kwon Do. Throughout his nearly sixteen years of successfully operating his own school, Master Kyle has worked with thousands of students, promoting well over a hundred to black belt.Master Kyle continues to encourage others to take a closer look at the wide variety of benefits available through training in Tae Kwon Do.

Product Details

• Paperback: 268 pages
• Publisher: AuthorHouse (July 8, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1418430714
• ISBN-13: 978-1418430719
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,813,950 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Instilling Self Confindence gives families the opportunity, May 23, 2005

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Craig A. Introligator - See all my reviews
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This review is from: TAE KWON DO MAN ON BUILDING SELF CONFIDENCE (Paperback)

Master Rory Kyle has done a wonderful job in appealing to multiple audiences the benefits that instilling self confidence into others not only benefits the individual but the rest of the community.

This book chronicles the journey that one shy young man takes as he moves from the ages of 12 to 18. As the main character Joey moves through these years, his development into a man of character is defined by his participation in Tae Kwon Do. Mater Kyle shows how each small accomplishment leads to the next and how each contributes toward a larger goal (in this case the desire to get a black belt).

What most do not understand, and is also true with the main character at the beginning, is how these small successes also shape each individual into a mature confident person who is able to confidently make live their lives making decisions with purpose instead of fear.

I believe that this book can be used as tool to not only showcase the benefits of the martial arts but as a way to approach life.

A beneficial read for teens, parents, teachers and martial arts instructors.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Tae Kwon Do Man - great book for kids and adults alike, May 6, 2005

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C. Bayley - See all my reviews

This review is from: TAE KWON DO MAN ON BUILDING SELF CONFIDENCE (Paperback)

Tae Kwon Do Man takes an extraodinary look at some of life's high's and low's and is clearly written to inspire those children - and adults - that lack self-confidence, self-esteem and other skills important to becoming successful in life.

I encourage all parents who would like their children seek improvement in the life skills to get this book and read it.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Tae Kwon Man, September 4, 2005

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Keller - See all my reviews

This review is from: TAE KWON DO MAN ON BUILDING SELF CONFIDENCE (Paperback)

If you are looking for an alternative to classical ballet lessons, Tae Kwon Do is an excellent choice to improve self-confidence, flexibility, balance and muscle tone.

Through the story of young Joey, one is treated with a realistic portrayal of what one can expect when considering and attending Tae Kwon Do classes. From the process of searching for a compatible teacher and the first day of class to Joey's earning of his black belt, the details given are typical of a martial arts student. This is invaluable to those thinking about joining a martial arts class, either for one's children or for oneself.

As Joey meets the challenges of adolescent social and academic trials, his experiences in learning to discipline his body and mind during Tae Kwon Do classes enable him to visualize and incorporate non-violent options to these trials. Successes in putting these options in to practice increase his self-confidence and encourage him to try new activities.

This tale is a great look inside the martial arts classroom and how it can increase self-confidence.

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