About this bookTaekwondo is defined as a hard-style system of the martial arts-with penetrating kicks and punches, and forceful linear attacks. Dedicated practitioners know that advanced training means not only striving to master techniques, but also developing a deeper understanding of the history, philosophy, and concepts at the core of this martial art.In Advanced Taekwondo, Scott Shaw presents an in-depth look at the complete art of Taekwondo-from the underlying philosophies that drive the techniques and strategies to advice on mastering basic and advanced techniques fundamental to the art.Chapters includeAn in-depth look at the origins and philosophies of TaekwondoDiscussion and tips on mastering essential techniquesIllustrated poomse sequences, including the Taeguek forms and Black Belt formsEffective strategies and skills for self-defenseWeapons techniques including instruction in Kumdo, the Korean Art of the SwordWith over 400 illustrations and detailed instruction from a le

Product Description: Finalist - 2006 Book of the Year Award by ForeWord MagazineTaekwondo is ever increasing. This is apparent in the tens of millions of practitioners worldwide, and by the inclusion of Taekwondo in the summer Olympic Games. With all its popularity, it is paramount that the art be handed down in a clear, knowledgeable, and sustainable way - this book does just that...read more

Teaches philosophy, techniques, and rules, and includes a chapter on opening and running a Tae Kwon Do school. (view table of contents)

Teaches philosophy, techniques, and rules, and includes a chapter on opening and running a Tae Kwon Do school. (view table of contents)

Product Description: This text is presented in Spanish & English. The chon-ji form is directed toward the beginning taekwondo white belt. In this text, applications are included with foot patterns, overhead views, and one-step sparring.

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Product Description: Competitive taekwondo is a demanding sport. Participants must be quick and able to score when given an opportunity. They must understand the opponent, adapt their fighting style, and be prepared to take advantage of any weakness...read more

A guide to the Korean martial art chronicles the sport's history and explains etiquette, belts and rankings, and training routines

Discusses the origin, techniques, promotion system, equipment, and competition system of tae kwon do

Provides a guide to the Korean martial art, including its history, philosophy, and basic movements (view table of contents)

Product Description: Written specifically for club-level martial artists, this guide bridges the gap between the wider Taekwon-Do syllabus and the particular demands of sparring. The fundamentals of stance, movement, and defense are analyzed in detail and significantly adapted for the sparring arena while core attacking techniques are reviewed and, if necessary, modified in order to improve their effectiveness in typical sparring scenarios...read more

Action photographs and text demonstrate the principle moves, form and techniques of Korean karate

Describes the kicking and striking techniques of tae kwon do, originally a Korean art, now a worldwide sport

Action photographs and text demonstrate the principle moves, form and techniques of Korean karate

This subset introduces young readers to the exciting world of athletics by focusing on the often-colorful terminology specific to popular individual and team sports. As children explore the words they would hear at a game, meet, or match, they learn the basic rules and objects of each sport, the essentials of gear and equipment, and what happens in the most thrilling moments of competition.

Introduces the life and career of a taekwondo master using vocabulary including "dobok" and "side kick."

Explains how to perform each block, kick, and combination in this Korean style of karate

Explains how to perform each block, kick, and combination in this Korean style of karate

Endorsed by the World Taekwondo Federation, a manual to the Korean form of karate includes background notes on Taekwondo's history, philosophy, and symbols; a thorough treatment of competition rules and qualifications; and fully illustrated techniques of the art. Original.

Presents the principles of Tae Kwon Do, and techniques and drills for the beginning- to intermediate-level enthusiast (view table of contents)

Product Description: In the martial arts, especially Taekwondo, only three questions are really important as you begin, and this book answers all of them: 1) Will the techniques I'm learning really work in self-defense and competition? 2) Am I learning these techniques the best possible way? 3) How can I remember, master, and apply all I am learning? The answers are those of an internationally renowned master instructor, whose wisdom is captured on these pages along with clear illustrations by an award-winning photographer...read more

Product Description: Fitness, mental discipline, and confidence are all required to excel in martial arts. Learn all about the origin of each technique and the skills involved in mastering it.

This series encourages readers to discover the skills required for martial arts. Each title presents one of the arts, explores how it has been developed, how it works today, including famous fighters and international competition, and has instructions for holds, throws and other techniques.

Presents the history, principles, gym etiquette, belts, and vocabulary of the ancient art and sport of tae kwon do.