Tae Kwon Do: The Ultimate Reference Guide to the World's Most Popular Martial Art, Third Edition

Park, Yeon Hee/ Park, Yeon Hwan/ Gerrard, Jon

ISBN 10: 1626364257 / ISBN 13: 9781626364257

Published by Skyhorse Pub Co Inc, 2014

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3rd edition. 208 pages. 9.25x7.25x0.75 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # __1626364257

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Title: Tae Kwon Do: The Ultimate Reference Guide to...

Publisher: Skyhorse Pub Co Inc

Publication Date: 2014

Binding: Paperback

Condition: Brand New

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Synopsis:

Tae Kwon Do is more than just a fighting style; it combines self-defense, exercise, meditation, philosophy, and selfawareness to improve oneself physically, mentally, and spiritually. Over four hundred million students in more than 188 countries have embraced the way of life that Tae Kwon Do provides. The third edition of Tae Kwon Do combines a complete explanation of the physical aspects of the martial art with a full description of the philosophical elements of its training. Sanctioned by the World Tae Kwon Do Federation, this guide contains:

. A concise history of the sport

. More than 740 color photographs for thorough study

. English and Korean glossaries

. Updated rules of competition and weight and belt divisions

. Detailed explanations of basic techniques and warm-up exercises

. Important strategies for sparring

Tae Kwon Do is perfect for both students trying to master techniques and teachers looking for a reliable reference. The authors believe that the true essence of Tae Kwon Do cannot be seen, touched, smelled, tasted, or heard, but only experienced. This book will guide students as they figure out what Tae Kwon Do means to them.

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Tae Kwon Do is more than just a fighting style: it combines self-defense, exercise, meditation, philosophy, and self-awareness to improve oneself physically, mentally, and spiritually. Over 400 million students in more than 188 countries have embraced the way of life that Tae Kwon Do provides. Tae Kwon Do, Third Edition combines a complete explanation of the physical aspects of the martial art with a full description of the philosophical elements of its training. It is perfect for both students trying to master techniques and teachers looking for a reliable reference. The authors believe that the true essence of Tae Kwon Do cannot be seen, touched, smelled, tasted, or heard, but only experienced. This book will guide students as they figure out what Tae Kwon Do means to them.