Taekwondo: Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Warrior

by Doug Cook

Overview

Learn the Whole Story Behind the World's Most Popular Martial Art!

Although millions of people around the world practice the fascinating art of Taekwondo, so little is known about its history, principles or philosophy. It is time to find out just what Taekwondo is all about! Learn how principles such as honor, perseverance, and dedication will enhance your daily life, how the philosophical and physical tenets combine to form not only a way of living, but a solid system of self-defense, and why these concepts are not just quaint ideals, but more important than ever in today's age.

Taekwondo's Ancient Wisdom is not only a 'must read' for every practitioner of any other martial art, but for everyone who seeks to learn from our collective past to better navigate through today's confusing times.

• Includes a thorough history of Taekwondo.
• Discover exactly what having a black belt is all about.
• Learn a simple way of meditation that will benefit any martial artist.
• Discover the difference between the martial arts as an 'art' and as a 'sport'.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781886969933
Publisher:	YMAA Publication Center
Publication date:	10/01/2001
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	240
Sales rank:	537,258
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Doug Cook holds a 6th 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 a six-time gold medalist. He holds a D3 status as a US Referee and has received high honors from Korea.

Master Cook is credited with the creation of the Chosun Women's Self-Defense Course. He has also provided training for the US Army National Guard prior to military operations and has instructed agents from the Department of Homeland Security, the New York Police Department and the Bronx County

Master Cook owns and operates the Chosun Taekwondo Academy located in Warwick, New York – an institute specializing in traditional martial arts instruction and Ki, or internal energy, development.

Editorial Reviews

...Cook writes in an easy-to-understand style, which is particularly helpful for analyzing this complex subject. Any practitioner of Taekwondo, from the novice White Belt to the most seasoned Black Belt, should include this book in martial arts training.

Foreword Reviews - Alan J. Couture