Taekwondo Basics: Everything You Need to Get Started in Taekwondo - From Basic Kicks to Training and Competition

Taekwondo Basics teaches you all the fundamentals of this Korean martial art form in a clear and easy-to-understand manner

This basic introductory survey contains the following vital information:

• The origins, philosophy, and history of Taekwondo
• How to find a teacher and a class that are right for you
• Getting ready for your first class--what actually 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 practice

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

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Published: 11/13/2018
ISBN: 9780804847032
Pages: 192
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.60d