{"product_id":"taekwondo-complete-itf-patterns-paperback","title":"Taekwondo: Complete ITF Patterns - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMarc Tedeschi\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe essential text on Taekwondo's widely practiced ITF patterns, written by the author of the landmark 896-page book, \"Taekwondo: Traditions, Philosophy, Technique.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e -----\u003cbr\u003e 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 \u003ci\u003eTaekwondo\u003c\/i\u003e, this book is essential reading for all forms enthusiasts seeking a concise and accurate presentation of the entire ITF forms system. It includes: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOver 3000 high-quality photographs and 380 illustrations \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA concise overview of the historical origins of forms and patterns \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn outline of general principles of execution and interpretation \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderlying philosophical concepts and meanings associated with each individual ITF pattern, as well as other Taekwondo forms systems \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed presentations for each of the 24 patterns, including alternate views, closeups of complex actions, footwork drawings, and pattern diagrams \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA highly practical and portable book for all Taekwondo practitioners \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e Note: The information in this 180-page book comes from material extracted from the author's 896-page work, \u003ci\u003eTaekwondo: Traditions, Philosophy, Technique\u003c\/i\u003e. 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\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMarc Tedeschi\u003c\/b\u003e is an internationally respected designer, photographer, educator, and martial arts master. He has studied Eastern philosophy, healing arts, and combatives for more than 40 years, training extensively in Hapkido, Taekwondo, Jujutsu, Judo, and Karate. A prolific writer, Mr. Tedeschi's landmark publications rank with the finest ever produced on the healing and martial arts. He is the author of over a dozen works, including the 1136-page \u003ci\u003eHapkido\u003c\/i\u003e, the 896-page \u003ci\u003eTaekwondo\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eEssential Anatomy for Healing and Martial Arts\u003c\/i\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 182\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.47 x 11 x 8.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 22, 2015\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42712888148031,"sku":"9781891640834","price":61.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/1f87321bc6374037be481c59c4d101cd.webp?v=1765062706","url":"https:\/\/dhl-adrianne.myshopify.com\/products\/taekwondo-complete-itf-patterns-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}