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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 796.8153
EAN: 9780806939896
ISBN: 0806939893
Label: Sterling
Manufacturer: Sterling
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 272
Publication Date: 1999-12-31
Publisher: Sterling
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Studio: Sterling

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Over 1,200 photographs show every step, from the first forms you'll master to the intricate techniques that display the ultimate in the art of Taekwondo--which will be an official Olympic sport for the first time, in the 2000 Sydney games. Plus, it's endorsed by the World Taekwondo Federation (Taekwondo's only recognized international governing body), and co-authored by the head coach of the U.S. Taekwondo team. Here are background notes on Taekwondo's history, philosophy, and symbols, as well as coverage on breaking, sparring, and competition--including officiating guidelines, contestant qualifications, and more. It's sure to be THE major book on Taekwondo! The authors both live in Virginia Beach, VA. 256 pages, 1,218 b/w illus., 8 x 10.

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Summary: My 2 cents
Comment: This book whitewashes the history taekwondo from 1945-71. ITF anyone? Still, for someone learning the WTA system, it is worthwhile for its poomses, if nothing else. You still have to learn them from a master, but it's a good resource when you're practicing a new form at home and can't remember the next move.

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Summary: Thin on form descriptions
Comment: This book is a typical tae kwon do book of forms. They demonstrate the end of the move with no thought for the stance or chamber. Its basically pictures of two practitioners (I know who they are and it doesn't make the book any better and they aren't very impressive here). They do not explain the move or why you are making a particular move, they just show you a picture. The only reason I bought this book was for the Palgwe forms, which are hard to find, and its borderline useless for those. For Taegeuk forms I recommend "Tae Kwon Do, The State of the Art," and for Black Belt forms, " Black Belt Tae Kwon Do: The Ultimate Reference Guide to the World's Most Popular Black Belt Martialart." Sure you have to buy two books, but its better than buying this doorstop. It gets three stars for having the Palgwe forms, but if your looking for Palgwe, keep looking, there has got to be a better book out there.

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Summary: WTF Sanctioned, Excellent Book
Comment: I'm a 1st dan moving from a more traditional school to a more modern school. Our instructor recommended this book to help me with the new forms and it's excellent. I wouldn't recommend this to students just starting out in taekwondo, but it's a great supplement to those currently training. It's also sanctioned by the WTF, so it's obviously consistent with WTF guidelines.

Several people have pointed out "incorrect moves" in forms, but I think everyone should realize that forms tend to vary amongst schools. These forms are consistent with the forms at my school and are consistent with WTF guidelines.

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Summary: VERY INFORMATIVE!!!!
Comment: I am a first degree black belt in MODERN Taekwondo. I read some of the above comments, please don't forget that Modern Taekwondo is constantly being updated to provide students with the newest techniques offered by the World Taekwondo Federation. Modern Taekwondo should not be confused with Traditional Taekwondo. Modern Taekwondo is constantly being updated. Traditional Taekwondo uses the same technique as they did before the Korean war. There is nothing wrong with Traditional Taekwondo, but it is years behind Modern Taekwondo. I feel this is an excellent book. It shows the proper forms from the beginner level to the master level. The forms are correct and precise. I highly recommend this book for anyone interest in Taekwondo (Modern Taekwondo or Traditional Taekwondo).

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Summary: Hate it.
Comment: This book messes up on Poomse's and other kinds of TKD moves. It's poomse's are unworthy. The people in this book are unworthy. DON'T buy this.

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