Taekwondo: Complete ITF Patterns - Softcover

Tedeschi, Marc

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1891640836 ISBN 13: 9781891640834

Publisher: Floating World Editions, 2015

Synopsis

The essential text on Taekwondo’s widely practiced ITF patterns, written by the author of the landmark 896-page book, "Taekwondo: Traditions, Philosophy, Technique."
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This informative text provides a detailed summary of the 24 patterns historically associated with the International Taekwondo Federation, which are widely appreciated for their traditional qualities, aesthetic beauty, and technical variety. The patterns presented in this work are those sanctioned by the forms' creator, Hong-Hi Choi, at the time of his death. Clearly written and expertly designed and photographed by the author of the landmark 896-page Taekwondo, this book is essential reading for all forms enthusiasts seeking a concise and accurate presentation of the entire ITF forms system. It includes:

• Over 3000 high-quality photographs and 380 illustrations
• A concise overview of the historical origins of forms and patterns
• An outline of general principles of execution and interpretation
• Underlying philosophical concepts and meanings associated with each individual ITF pattern, as well as other Taekwondo forms systems
• Detailed presentations for each of the 24 patterns, including alternate views, closeups of complex actions, footwork drawings, and pattern diagrams
• A highly practical and portable book for all Taekwondo practitioners

Note: The information in this 180-page book comes from material extracted from the author's 896-page work, Taekwondo: Traditions, Philosophy, Technique. Readers seeking a comprehensive presentation of Taekwondo should obtain the larger work. View sample pages, read book reviews, or get more information at marctedeschi.com

About this title

About the Author

Marc Tedeschi is an internationally respected designer, photographer, educator, and martial arts master. He has studied Eastern philosophy, healing arts, and combatives for more than 40 years, training extensively in Hapkido, Taekwondo, Jujutsu, Judo, and Karate. A prolific writer, Mr. Tedeschi's landmark publications rank with the finest ever produced on the healing and martial arts. He is the author of over a dozen works, including the 1136-page Hapkido, the 896-page Taekwondo, Essential Anatomy for Healing and Martial Arts, and a unique series of general martial arts books that provide an in-depth look at the core concepts and techniques shared by a broad range of martial arts.

Edition details

• Publisher: Floating World Editions
• Publication date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1891640836
• ISBN 13: 9781891640834
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 180