Taekwondo: Complete ITF Patterns

Tedeschi, Marc

ISBN 10: 1891640836 / ISBN 13: 9781891640834

Published by Floating World Editions, 2015

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Stiff unmarked book in glossy covers; about new. ; 8.5 X 0.43 X 11 inches; 180 pages.

Seller Inventory # 62197

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Taekwondo: Complete ITF Patterns
• Publisher: Floating World Editions
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1891640836
• ISBN 13: 9781891640834
• Binding: Softcover
• Edition: First Edition.
• Condition: Fine

About this title

Synopsis

The essential text on Taekwondo’s widely practiced ITF patterns, written by the author of the landmark 896-page book, "Taekwondo: Traditions, Philosophy, Technique."
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This informative text provides a detailed summary of the 24 patterns historically associated with the International Taekwondo Federation, which are widely appreciated for their traditional qualities, aesthetic beauty, and technical variety. The patterns presented in this work are those sanctioned by the forms' creator, Hong-Hi Choi, at the time of his death. Clearly written and expertly designed and photographed by the author of the landmark 896-page Taekwondo, this book is essential reading for all forms enthusiasts seeking a concise and accurate presentation of the entire ITF forms system. It includes:

• Over 3000 high-quality photographs and 380 illustrations
• A concise overview of the historical origins of forms and patterns
• An outline of general principles of execution and interpretation
• Underlying philosophical concepts and meanings associated with each individual ITF pattern, as well as other Taekwondo forms systems
• Detailed presentations for each of the 24 patterns, including alternate views, closeups of complex actions, footwork drawings, and pattern diagrams
• A highly practical and portable book for all Taekwondo practitioners

Note: The information in this 180-page book comes from material extracted from the author's 896-page work, Taekwondo: Traditions, Philosophy, Technique. Readers seeking a comprehensive presentation of Taekwondo should obtain the larger work. View sample pages, read book reviews, or get more information at marctedeschi.com

About the Author

Marc Tedeschi (born 1956) is an American martial arts master, designer, photographer, writer, and educator. He is the author and designer of more than twenty books on the martial arts and Eastern medicine, many of which have been translated into French, Italian, Spanish, and Russian. His works include the acclaimed 1136-page Hapkido, the 896-page Taekwondo, Essential Anatomy for Healing and Martial Arts, and a unique series of general martial arts books that provide an in-depth look at the core concepts and techniques shared by a broad range of martial arts.
 
Mr. Tedeschi was a 7th degree black belt in Hapkido before founding his own style of Hapkido in 2007. He has studied Eastern philosophy, healing arts, and combatives for more than 50 years, training extensively in Hapkido, Taekwondo, Jujutsu, Judo, and Karate. He holds arts degrees from the Rochester Institute of Technology and the Kansas City Art Institute, formerly taught design at the Academy of Art University and the University of San Francisco, and has been a strategic design consultant to major corporations and institutions worldwide. He currently devotes most of his time to writing, teaching, and training, and is working on a broad range of projects related to Asian culture. He also serves as president of Hapkido West, a California-based nonprofit organization dedicated to the martial ways.