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Category: WTF/Kukkiwon Poomsae Performance
 
Books on how to 'perform' WTF / Kukkiwon Poomsae
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Tae Kwon Do Textbook Vol. I:
Basic Techniques & Taegeuk Poomse


Tae Kwon Do Textbook Vol. II -
Basic Techniques & Palgwe Poomse

Tae Kwon Do Textbook Vol. III -
Black Belt Poomse
Tae Kwon Do Classic Forms: 21 Hyung - Novice White Belt through Advanced Black Belt - Spiral-bound
Forms are the central curriculum of Tae Kwon Do. Developing a repertoire of effective techniques to battle multiple opponents is essential to becoming a true martial artist.
Inside these covers are detailed descriptions for 21 classic Tae Kwon Do forms--fully illustrated, move by move. The author analyzes various actions, reactions, and combinations for their purpose and intention.
Taekwondo: Complete WTF Forms
This unique text is the first to offer a detailed, comprehensive presentation of Taekwondo's three most widely practiced forms systems, including those sanctioned by Taekwondo's largest governing organization, the World Taekwondo Federation. More than 5,000 photographs and 1,200 drawings spanning 512 pages document 25 individual forms that make up the P'algwae, T'aeguk, and WTF Black Belt forms systems. Detailed introductory chapters provide a brief overview of Taekwondo's structure, review the historical origins of forms, outline general principles of execution and interpretation, and thoroughly describe the underlying philosophical concepts and meanings associated with each individual form and form system. In subsequent chapters, each of the 25 forms begins with summary pages for quick reference, followed by a detailed breakdown of each movement, which includes larger photos, descriptive text, alternate views, closeups of complex actions, Korean nomenclature, precise footwork drawings, pattern diagrams on every page for constant reference, and examples of select movements applied to practical self-defense. Since forms training is intended to be a reflection of actual combat, descriptive text also outlines the combative purpose behind each movement, as well as common alternate interpretations.
Taekwondo Poomsae: The Fighting Scrolls
- Guiding Philosophy and Basic Applications
This martial arts book digs deep into the standard Taekwondo patterns to extract proven fighting methods that unite ancient philosophy and strategy to teach effective, tactical self defence. The book follows the history of the Korean people, starting with the myths of its origins dating from 2333 BC, and its culture, focusing on the important historic influences of the surrounding nations. All of these have combined in the development and evolution of the Korean fighting art of Taekwondo. These ancient and deadly fighting techniques have survived over several millennia, ever since people first defended their lives and property from wild beasts and ravaging bands of criminals. The first part of the book shows simple techniques that have been refined using analysis gained by Koreans over the centuries. It is presented in a careful mix of physical exercises that are designed to develop spontaneous response from muscle memory in the event of an unavoidable attack. The second half introduces more advanced students of the martial arts to more complex fighting tactics and the profound philosophy taught to black belts, and is aimed at uniting body, mind, and spirit.
Tae Kwon Do -  Volume One - Complete Taegeuk & Palgwe Forms & Readings
Tae Kwon Do -  Volume Two -
Koryo & Ilyo
Taegeuk: The New Forms of Tae Kwon Do
All eight of the taegeuk forms approved by the Korean government for advancement to black belt, plus three advanced black-belt forms, are included in this definitive volume.
Palgwae Taekwondo: Foundation Syllabus: 3
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he Palgwae (also written Palgwe, Pal Gwe) forms were part of the official syllabus of Kukki-won Taekwondo (World Taekwondo Federation), until they were replaced by the Taegeuk forms, although many schools still practise them. This handbook will assist you with the forms you need to learn as a grade (colour belt) student of Palgwae Taekwondo: Tenth Grade - Relevant Line Work, Ninth Grade - Relevant Line Work, Eighth Grade - Palgwae Il Jang, Seventh Grade - Palgwae I Jang, Sixth Grade - Palgwae Sam Jang, Fifth Grade - Palgwae Sa Jang, Fourth Grade - Palgwae O Jang, Third Grade - Palgwae Yuk Jang, Second Grade - Palgwae Chil Jang, First Grade - Palgwae Pal Jang. The movements for each form are written out in detail. The handbook also gives you the Korean vocabulary relevant to each grade. This handbook has not been written for any one association, so it can be read by a student of any Palgwae Taekwondo association or school.



Taegeuk Taekwondo: Foundation Syllabus: 4
The Taegeuk (also written Taeguk) forms are part of the official syllabus of Kukki-won Taekwondo (World Taekwondo Federation). This handbook will assist you with the forms you need to learn as a grade (colour belt) student of Taegeuk Taekwondo: Tenth Grade - Relevant Line Work, Ninth Grade - Relevant Line Work, Eighth Grade - Taegeuk Il Jang, Seventh Grade - Taegeuk I Jang, Sixth Grade - Taegeuk Sam Jang, Fifth Grade - Taegeuk Sa Jang, Fourth Grade - Taegeuk O Jang, Third Grade - Taegeuk Yuk Jang, Second Grade - Taegeuk Chil Jang, First Grade - Taegeuk Pal Jang. The movements for each form are written out in detail. The handbook also gives you the Korean vocabulary relevant to each grade. This handbook has not been written for any one association, so it can be read by a student of any Taegeuk Taekwondo association or school.