Grandmaster Kim Bok Man is one of the most recognized
authorities of taekwondo in the world. He worked tirelessly with
General Choi Hong Hi as a founder of taekwondo curricula used
today by the many international taekwondo organizations.
Originally published in 1979, this book provides defense
techniques taught to military, law enforcement officials, and
black belts. Beginners will have a chance to see the application
of their training in actual weapon defenses. Advanced students
will learn techniques and fundamental training that has been
"field" tested since the inception of the art in the 1950s. -
History and the theory of power - Defense against weapons:
knife, baton, pole, sword, bayonet, and pistol - Sparring:
releases, grabs, throwing, falling, free-sparring - Patterns:
Silla pattern 1, Silla pattern 2, Silla knife pattern, and Silla
pole pattern - Training: stretching, calisthenics, action
principles, hand & foot techniques, using a heavy bag - Body
parts for attack & defense, stances, vital points fo