Description
First published in 1976, this comprehensive guide has served as a crucial resource for countless Taekwondo practitioners on their path to mastery. Whether you’re training for self-defense, competitive forms, or Olympic-level competition, this newly updated edition offers a complete range of instruction from beginner to Black Belt level.
The book includes:
– **History, Philosophy, and Principles**: Understand the foundational concepts of Taekwondo.
– **Calisthenics**: Exercises to build strength and flexibility.
– **Stances**: Key positions essential for effective practice.
– **Basic Striking**: Techniques for using human weapons and targeting vital points.
– **Movements and Footwork**: Fundamental techniques for fluid and precise action.
– **Striking, Blocking, and Kicking Techniques**: Detailed methods for executing and defending against attacks.
– **Sparring and Breaking Techniques**: Skills for competitive sparring and breaking boards.
– **Self-Defense Techniques**: Practical strategies for real-world situations.
– **Eight Palgwe Forms**: Required for advancing through color belts and 1st dan black belt as recognized by the United States Taekwondo Association (USTA) and used in international competitions.
– **Eight Taegeuk Forms**: Essential for belt promotions and 1st dan black belt according to the World Taekwondo Federation (WTF), and also used in international events.
– **WTF Rules and Regulations**: Guidelines for sparring and Poomse (forms) competitions.
The growing global popularity of Taekwondo, exemplified by its inclusion in the Summer Olympics, underscores the importance of preserving and transmitting the art with clarity and depth. This book ensures that Taekwondo is taught effectively and sustainably for practitioners worldwide.
