Traditional Taekwondo

Core Techniques, History, and Philosphy

Doug Cook, Grandmaster Richard Chun, 9th Dan

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YMAA Publication Center
09 June 2006

Sports & outdoor recreation; Oriental martial arts

Book of the Year Award Finalist - Foreword Magazine Taekwondo, literally translated, can be defined as ""foot, hand way"" or ""the way of smashing with hands and feet."" Such descriptive nomenclature understandably implies a curriculum rich in self-defense. Too often, however, this is simply not the case. Given the current popularity of sport competition in the martial arts, many techniques of defensive value have been stripped away or forfeited altogether in favor of those certain to score in the ring. While the thirst for Olympic gold has clearly played a significant role in propelling taekwondo into the forefront, it should be remembered that this native Korean martial art contains over 3200 distinct self defense techniques.

This book describes in detail, the history and evolution of Taekwondo from its ancient roots to modern day applications. Also included are exercises in ""Ki"" or internal energy development, meditation practice, and practical self-defense strategies. This work focuses on the traditional aspects of Taekwondo rather than on its sportive component.

By: Doug Cook
Foreword by: Grandmaster Richard Chun 9th Dan
Imprint: YMAA Publication Center
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 238mm, Width: 184mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 604g
ISBN: 9781594390661
ISBN 10: 1594390665
Pages: 200
Publication Date: 09 June 2006
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Doug Cook holds a 5th Dan Black Belt in the Korean martial art of taekwondo and is certified as an instructor and in rank by the United States Taekwondo Association and the Kukkiwon. He is the author of two best-selling books focusing on taekwondo entitled, Taekwondo: Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Warrior and Traditional Taekwondo: Core Techniques, History, and Philosophy, a finalist in ForeWord magazine s Book of the Year Award. All editions are published by YMAA Publication Center, Inc., and are available online and at booksellers throughout the world.

Reviews for Traditional Taekwondo: Core Techniques, History, and Philosphy

I wholeheartedly recommend this book to practitioners of all disciplines who wish to elevate their knowledge... of the korean martial art of Taekwondo. -- Grandmanster Richard Chun, 9th dan, President of USTA Well researched, practical, helpful and informative. This book has earned a place on my bookshelf. -- Jennifer Lawler, author of Martial Arts for Dummies Traditional Taekwondo is one of the best books ever written on this subject. It should be required reading for all Korean Martial Arts practitioners. -- Grandmaster John Pellegrini