Taekwondo Basics : Tuttle Martial Arts Basics

Everything You Need to Get Started in Taekwondo - from Basic Kicks to Training and Competition

By: Scott Shaw

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Paperback | 13 November 2018

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192 Pages

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22.8 x 15.4 x 1.2

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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.

Industry Reviews

"...Shaw is a tremendous writer, with an incredible knowledge of this sport and is gifted in his ability to communicate it to the reader...This book is packed full of beautiful illustrations that show you just how to make the moves he talks about in the book...If you are into Martial Arts training, then this is a book you don't want to miss. Get your copy today. I can eagerly give this book 5 stars! It's awesome!" - American Preppers Online blog

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