Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Tae Kwon Do is the definitive (and only international) reference to the most popular martial art form in the world. A highly effective tool to help build and maintain skills, this volume is illustrated with more than 700 photographic "walk-throughs" of every posture and contains:
-- A concise history of the art
-- Warm-up exercises
-- Clear instructions for learning basic techniques
-- Important tips and strategies for sparring.
Appendixes cover:
-- Official rules of competition and classifications as an official sport at the 2000 Olympic games
-- International organizations and competitions
-- Weight and belt divisions
-- A listing of international Tae Kwon Do associations.