Barnaby Chesterman Books

For sheer high-kicking, high-flying, gravity-defying action, taekwondo stands out among the martial arts. Inside, read about the development of taekwondo and its important connections to Korea. See how the sport grew to become a regular part of the Olympic Games. And yes, boards will be broken and bricks will be smashed! Taekwondo calls for great skill and focus, but hard work will reward anyone who tries it. Mastering any martial art can take long years of practice, but this book and this series will give you an important first step on a rewarding journey.

Judo calls for balance and careful thought, but it packs in a lot of mat-slamming action, too! Inside, learn about how judo was created and how it has become one of the worlds most popular competitive martial arts. See how to perform key moves such as throws, arm-locks, and wheels. Find out how this ancient art can be a part of anybodys fitness regimen. Mastering any martial art can take long years of practice, but this book and this series will give you an important first step on a rewarding journey.