The Heart Of Taekwondo

TKD The Martial Art 2026c

TAEKWOND0 The Martial Art

By Grandmaster Mark Biddlecombe (9th Dan)

TAEKWONDO: The Martial Art deepens understanding of both technique and mindset while highlighting the vital role of physical exercise. This book is the result of years of dedication and hard work and represents my way of giving back—sharing a lifetime of experience as a Grandmaster with fellow practitioners.

Taekwondo offers profound rewards: wellbeing through training, lasting friendships, continuous learning, and the satisfaction of achievement. Success, however, is earned through dedication, effort, and consistent practice. In Taekwondo, as in life, progress comes through continual self-improvement at age.

This expanded and revised edition explores the full spectrum of Taekwondo, including theory, philosophy, history, psychology, poomsae, promotion, discipline, leadership, the cultivation of a winning mindset, health, dietary practices, and personal development.

For readers interested in personal stories and reflections on life and money through the lens of Taekwondo, selected experiences are shared in my companion books, How Life Is, and How Money Is.

Email: howis9c@gmail.com
Website: howis.org.uk

How can a martial art enhance the quality of life? TCGB President Grandmaster Mark Biddlecombe (8th Dan), one of the highest ranked Taekwondo Instructors in the UK, has published a book called ‘The Heart of Taekwondo’ to explain what the Korean martial art of Taekwondo can do for you.

The arrangement of ‘Taegeuk’ and ‘Black Belt’ patterns are illustrated with over 450 photographs and the benefits of physical exercise, appropriate dietary intake and rest are discussed with the aid of charts and diagrams. Taekwondo has transformed from part of Korea’s culture to one of the most popular martial arts in the world, and an Olympic Sport.

The Heart of Taekwondo provides information for the novice and advanced practitioner. There are so many new aspects, features and explanations within The Heart of Taekwondo that do not exist within any other material of this type. Many aspects, thoughts and ideas are original. Taekwondo philosophy and specific techniques that have historically been shrouded in mystery are revealed – the secrets are out!

Copies can be ordered online here.

Books by the Author 

  • How Life Is — resilience, perspective, and self-awareness
  • Taekwondo: The Martial Art — discipline, balance, and physical strength
  • How Money Is — financial understanding and stability
  • How Love Is — connection, intimacy, and emotional insight
  • How Problems Arise — navigating challenges with clarity
  • How Communication Is (forthcoming) — communication, meaning, and human understanding

A collection dedicated to understanding the patterns that shape human life.

The How Is Collection

Ninth Chaos Productions: Understanding how life works.

Exploring the ideas, systems, and patterns that shape human life — from resilience and relationships to money, communication, discipline, and problem-solving.

Email: howis9c@gmail.com
Website: howis.org.uk

TAEKWONDO The Martial Art

By Grandmaster Mark Biddlecombe (9th Dan)

TAEKWONDO: The Martial Art deepens understanding of both technique and mindset while highlighting the vital role of physical exercise. This book is the result of years of dedication and hard work and represents my way of giving back—sharing a lifetime of experience as a Grandmaster with fellow practitioners.

Taekwondo offers profound rewards: wellbeing through training, lasting friendships, continuous learning, and the satisfaction of achievement. Success, however, is earned through dedication, effort, and consistent practice. In Taekwondo, as in life, progress comes through continual self-improvement at age.

TKD The Martial Art 2026c

This expanded and revised edition explores the full spectrum of Taekwondo, including theory, philosophy, history, psychology, poomsae, promotion, discipline, leadership, the cultivation of a winning mindset, health, dietary practices, and personal development.

For readers interested in personal stories and reflections on life and money through the lens of Taekwondo, selected experiences are shared in my companion books, How Life Is, and How Money Is.

Email: howis9c@gmail.com
Website: howis.org.uk

Books by the Author 

  • How Life Is — resilience, perspective, and self-awareness
  • Taekwondo: The Martial Art — discipline, balance, and physical strength
  • How Money Is — financial understanding and stability
  • How Love Is — connection, intimacy, and emotional insight
  • How Problems Arise — navigating challenges with clarity
  • How Communication Is (forthcoming) — communication, meaning, and human understanding

A collection dedicated to understanding the patterns that shape human life.

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The How Is Collection

Ninth Chaos Productions: Understanding how life works.

Exploring the ideas, systems, and patterns that shape human life — from resilience and relationships to money, communication, discipline, and problem-solving.

Email: howis9c@gmail.com
Website: howis.org.uk

The Heart Of Taekwondo

By Grandmaster Mark Biddlecomb (8th Dan)

How can a martial art enhance the quality of life? TCGB President Grandmaster Mark Biddlecombe (8th Dan), one of the highest ranked Taekwondo Instructors in the UK, has published a book called ‘The Heart of Taekwondo’ to explain what the Korean martial art of Taekwondo can do for you.

The arrangement of ‘Taegeuk’ and ‘Black Belt’ patterns are illustrated with over 450 photographs and the benefits of physical exercise, appropriate dietary intake and rest are discussed with the aid of charts and diagrams. Taekwondo has transformed from part of Korea’s culture to one of the most popular martial arts in the world, and an Olympic Sport.

The Heart of Taekwondo provides information for the novice and advanced practitioner. There are so many new aspects, features and explanations within The Heart of Taekwondo that do not exist within any other material of this type. Many aspects, thoughts and ideas are original. Taekwondo philosophy and specific techniques that have historically been shrouded in mystery are revealed – the secrets are out!

Copies can be ordered online here.