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Grandmaster Kim, Bok Man is one of the most recognized authorities of taekwondo in the world. He worked tirelessly with General Choi Hong Hi as a founder of taekwondo curricula used today by the many international taekwondo organizations. Originally published in 1979, this book provides defense techniques taught to military, law enforcement officials, and black belts. Beginners will have a chance to see the application of their training in actual weapon defenses. Advanced students will learn techniques and fundamental training that has been 'field' tested since the inception of the art in the 1950s. Chapters include: History and the theory of power Defense against weapons: knife, baton, pole, sword, bayonet, and pistol Sparring: releases, grabs, throwing, falling, free-sparring Patterns: Silla pattern 1, Silla pattern 2, Silla knife pattern, and Silla pole pattern Training: stretching, calisthenics, action principles, hand and foot techniques, using a heavy bag Body parts for attack and defense, stances, vital points for striking This book catalogs the essence of the fighting art of taekwondo as it was originally intended.Product Identifiers
PublisherYMAA Publication Center
ISBN-139781594392276
eBay Product ID (ePID)180380785
Product Key Features
Book TitleTaekwondo: Defense Against Weapons
AuthorKim Bok Man
FormatPaperback
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2011
GenreSports
Dimensions
Item Height279mm
Item Width215mm
Additional Product Features
Title_AuthorKim Bok Man
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States