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Taekwondo Basics

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Are you planning to learn Taekwondo, but don’t know where to begin? Are you looking for a teacher? Are you taking a class but confused by the technical terms used for the kicks and moves?

Taekwondo Basics teaches you all the fundamentals of this martial art form in a clear and easy-to-understand manner! This basic introductory survey contains the following vital information:

The origins of Taekwondo-its philosophy, history, and different skills

How to find a teacher and a class that are right for you

Getting ready for your first class-what happens in a Taekwondo class?

The essential elements-stances, blocks, hand and arm strikes and kicks

How to complement your Taekwondo training with other conditioning exercises, such as running and biking

Powerful ways to improve your technique through target training, partner training, competitive training, free-sparring, and more

Resources that can help you further develop your Taekwondo training

Whether you’re just getting started, or you’ve already been training for a year or two, Taekwondo Basics offers an easy to read, and yet comprehensive introduction to the sport.

Additional information

Dimensions 152 × 229 mm
ISBN

9780804847032

Dimensions

152 x 229 mm

Book Type

Paperback / softback

Author

Scott Shaw

Author Bio

Scott Shaw is one of the world's most prolific proponents of the Korean martial arts. He began training in Hapkido and Taekwondo as a young boy and today holds master instructor certifications in both. He is a frequently published contributor to martial arts magazines and has authored a number of books, including Hapkido: Korean Art of Self-Defense.

Number of Pages

192

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