Tae Kwon Do Basics [Paperback]

Keith Yates (Author), H. Bryan Robbins (Author)

Book Description

This high-kicking, hard-punching Korean form of karate can easily be done by kids age 9 and up. "Gr 4-6....Covers the basics of the Korean martial art. It shows stances, blocks, kicks and punches, along with self-defense and sparring....A well-rounded introduction to the sport."--SLJ. 128 pages, 286 b/w illus., 5 3/8 x 8 1/4.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Gr 4-6-- Like the title says, this book covers the basics of the Korean martial art. It shows stances, blocks, kicks and punches, along with self-defense and sparring. Other details, such as the correct way to tie a karate belt, and stretches to do before a work out, make this a well-rounded introduction to the sport. The text is illustrated with lackluster black-and-white photos and line drawings. Some moves are identified in both English and Korean; others are labeled only in English. While this title is meant to be an introduction, beginners may have a difficult time copying three-dimensional movement from its pages. Likewise, self-defense learned here would not prepare anyone for the level of violence one may encounter these days on the streets. Purchase only if interest in Tae Kwon Do is high. --Cathryn A. Camper, Minneap olis Public Library

Copyright 1992 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Sterling (December 31, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0806987561
• ISBN-13: 978-0806987569
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.1 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,492,642 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Keith D. Yates is president of the American Karate And Tae Kwon Do Organization (see www.akato.org) and holds a tenth degree black belt in Nam Seo Kwan Tae Kwon Do. He is also the Chairman of the Gospel Martial Arts Union International and sits on the board of several other martial arts groups including Chuck Norris's Kick Start Foundation. He did his master's thesis on the "Spiritual Aspects of the Martial Arts." Yates is also a graphic artist, a college professor and a father of four and grandfather of six.

Customer Reviews

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars clear and concise, October 8, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Tae Kwon Do Basics (Paperback)

Tae Kwon Do Basics (formerly released as Korean Karate for Kids) is a very good book for beginners. It's richly illustrated with clear photos and line drawings showing each step of each move. Even better, the illustrations are accompanied by clear text descriptions of each move. The chapters cover stances, exercises and stretches, some kicks and punches, blocks, a few basic forms (katas), sparring techniques, and self-defense moves. The charm of this book is its simplicity and clarity. (Plus, it's very inexpensive -- always a good thing!) I highly recommend this to anyone considering taking American Karate or Tae Kwon Do, as well as parents of children taking martial arts.

(Keith Yates wrote Tae Kwon Do Basics as a 6th degree black belt. He's now a 10th degree black belt.)

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THIS BOOK STANDS UP TO ITS TITLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!, August 18, 2001

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Luke Jean-Louis (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Tae Kwon Do Basics (Paperback)

This incredible book shows you the basic stuff about the most popular and widespread martial art in the world. It goes over the history of the art very well. You get to see the pictures of all the fantastic moves like the kicks, punches, etc. ITS GREAT!!!!!!!!!!

The book also contains all the defensive tactics you'll ever need to thwart your attacker's strikes, kicks, chokes, and grabs.All the moves are broken down to its most easily learned form.

There is a chapter in the book devoted to self-defense techniques that are real GOOD. This chapter alone is worth the price of the entire book. After reading this book, you will find out why people around the world choose to learn Tae Kwon Do instead of any other martial art. This book only teaches you about he simple fighting techniques that can be mastered very easily. There are no complicated moves at all.

If you want to defend yourself good, then get this book.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Review of the basics of Tae Kwon Do, April 7, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Tae Kwon Do Basics (Paperback)

Hello, well i am a 6 degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and this book is basically what i teach from now, the students pick the movements very fast and understand the way i teach them, because this book is one of the best ever written

cudos to the author!

Master Silverton Colorado