Taek Won Do for Children: The Ultimate Reference Guide for Children Interested in the World's Most Popular Martial Art

This book (endorsed by The World Taekwondo Federation) explains the philosophy & basic techniques of the ancient Korean martial art & modern day sport of taekwondo in simple terms. Taekwondo is recognized as an official Olympic sport & the Co-Author was Coach of the 1988 USA Olympic Team. The book stresses how taekwondo's philosophy of strength tempered by gentleness can help a youngster in all aspects of his or her life. It describes how children can improve academic performance, boost self-esteem & confidence & learn to respect themselves & others. It dispels many myths that had previously made parents apprehensive about taekwondo. Taekwondo teaches highly effective self-defense, mainly with its devastating kicks. But it also teaches an individual how to be his or her very best--physically & mentally. Its emphasis is on what attitudinal changes a child can & should strive toward as he undertakes the study of taekwondo. Negative outlets from reality such as drugs, alcohol & abusive language & behavior have no place in the life of a taekwondo practitioner. This book illustrates why & suggests that taekwondo practice can profoundly improve the life of any child.Park, Y. H. is the author of 'Taek Won Do for Children: The Ultimate Reference Guide for Children Interested in the World's Most Popular Martial Art' with ISBN 9780963715104 and ISBN 0963715100.