Originally published in 1976, this authoritative work has been the guide
for thousands of Taekwondo practitioners as they advance in their
training. Whether your training is for self-defense, forms competition,
or in preparation for the Olympic games, this newly revised edition
provides beginner to Black Belt level training to assist you on your
journey in Taekwondo.
Contents include:
- History, Philosophy, and Principles
- Calisthenics
- Stances
- Basic Striking - Human Weapons, and Vital Points
- Movements and Footwork
- Strikes, Blocking and Kicking Techniques
- Sparring and Breaking Techniques
- Self-Defense Techniques
- Eight Palgwe Forms - recommended for promotion of all color belts and
1st dan black belt by The United States Taekwondo Association (USTA),
and used in sanctioned International Taekwondo competitions.
- Eight Taegeuk Forms - required for promotion of all color belts and
1st dan black belt by The World Taekwondo Federation (WTF), and used
in sanctioned International Taekwondo competitions.
- Rules and regulations of the World Taekwondo Federation, including
sparring and Poomse (forms) competitions
The ever-increasing popularity of Taekwondo is apparent by the
dedication of 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.
