Straight from a martial arts grandmaster, this manual on tae kwon do gives comprehensive physical and mental guidance for belt levels from white through black. Detailed color photographs reveal the intricacies of each position, offering coverage of essential hand and foot techniques, blocks, and strikes. For competitors, there are complete listings of both Olympic rules and World Tae Kwon Do Federation sparring guidlines. In addition to the practical aspects, the book delves into the philosophy and history of tae kwon do, giving a closer look at the "art" of this martial art. By instilling discipline in students and providing inspiration for instructors, this definitive guide makes a fitting companion for practitioners of all levels.
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"Grandmaster Dong Keun Park is one of the great champions from the early days . . . his knowledge, contributions and dedication to tae kwon do are impeccable. This book is a modern presentation of the highest quality. It presents tae kwon do in the true spirit of our treasured art and sport." —Dr. Chungwon Choue, president, World Tae Kwon Do Federation
"Park is the best model for anyone who wants to be a true martial artist. [T]his book is the culmination of [his] philosophy in the martial art and the way of wisdom . . . simply invaluable to any martial art instructors and students." —Great Grandmaster Chong Woo Lee
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Dong Keun Park captained the Korean national tae kwon do team from 1959 to 1966, during which he was undefeated in more than 200 competitions. He also coached the 1992 U.S. Olympic team and the 1993 U.S. World Championship team and was inducted into the Tae Kwon Do Hall of Fame in 1999. He is a ninth-degree black belt grandmaster and teaches and lives in Jersey City, New Jersey. Allan Schein is a fifth-degree black belt and martial arts instructor who specializes in breaking techniques and women’s self-defense. He lives in Salt Lake City.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
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This review is from: Tae Kwon Do Basics, Techniques and Forms: The Indomitable Martial Art of Korea (Paperback)
I bought this book for my 7 year old grandson who has just begun learning TKD in Sioux Falls, South Dakota where learning the art is very popular among young beginners.
Although my grandson has a little trouble with some of the words in the book, I am amazed at how well he can read and understand the written instructions. It appears that the author has gone to great lengths to assure the book can be read by young beginners. I believe the feature that attracted my grandson to this book was the quality and color scheme of the photographic images. The images are large and clear enough to see important details with regard to the hands and feet. Two areas that could stand a little improvement are: the book needs an index and, in a few moves, more pictures are needed to clarify turning movements. On the positive side, the stretching techniques are very good, as are the sections on kicking and punching. All-in-all, the book is a good learning tool.
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Great Book for Beginners,
This review is from: Tae Kwon Do Basics, Techniques and Forms: The Indomitable Martial Art of Korea (Paperback)
This is the only taekwondo book I own and it has served me very well. The section on stretching is wonderful. The photos, in general, are great. I refer to it regularly, especially the chapter covering the poomsae. I feel that this book has the right balance for anyone in their first year of taekwondo: clear instruction, great photos, and enough depth to give a feel for the subject.
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Excellent Book,
By Rick (New York, New York) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Tae Kwon Do Basics, Techniques and Forms: The Indomitable Martial Art of Korea (Paperback)
I wish this book was available when I started learning tae kwon do. The photos are great, the text is great and the book is a perfect adjunct to tkd class. Even now, after receiving ten years of instruction in tae kwon do, the book is an excellent, comprehensive resource.
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hand middle punch, left walking stance, right walking stance, hand high punch, reverse middle punch, right hand down block, right front stance, foot front kick, tiger stance, step right foot, leg front kick, striking elbow, drop your weight, spinning hook kick, palm block, palm facing front, closed stance, twist kicks, rising block Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Taegeuk Pal Jang, Taegeuk Sam Jang, Taegeuk Yook Jang, Taegeuk Il Jang, Taegeuk Sa Jang, Gup This Poomse, Taegeuk Oh Jang, World Taekwondo Federation, Taegeuk Chil Jang, Tae Kwon Do, Taegeuk Ee Jang, The Hwarangdo, Jido Kwan, Korean Masters, General Choi, Left Front Stance, Horse Riding Stance, Scissors Block Browse Sample Pages:
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hand middle punch, left walking stance, right walking stance, hand high punch, reverse middle punch, right hand down block, right front stance, foot front kick, tiger stance, step right foot, leg front kick, striking elbow, drop your weight, spinning hook kick, palm block, palm facing front, closed stance, twist kicks, rising block Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Taegeuk Pal Jang, Taegeuk Sam Jang, Taegeuk Yook Jang, Taegeuk Il Jang, Taegeuk Sa Jang, Gup This Poomse, Taegeuk Oh Jang, World Taekwondo Federation, Taegeuk Chil Jang, Tae Kwon Do, Taegeuk Ee Jang, The Hwarangdo, Jido Kwan, Korean Masters, General Choi, Left Front Stance, Horse Riding Stance, Scissors Block Browse Sample Pages:
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