A Practical Guide to Korean Traditional Archery

A Practical Guide to Korean Traditional Archery
Author: Nicholas Duvernay, PH D
Publisher:
Total Pages: 88
Release: 2021-05-29
Genre:
ISBN:

Koreans have been shooting bows and arrows for millennia, in war, hunting, and for recreation and competition. Koreans are well-known in the world as champion archers. Once reserved for the rich and elite of Korea, Korean traditional archery is now enjoyed by men, women, and youth from all backgrounds. With great concentration, they practice daily to improve their skills to send an arrow 145 meters down range to hit their target. If that sounds like a challenge you wish to try, this book will help you to understand the basics about becoming a traditional archer in the Korean style. It is a practical guide, so the information is concise; you will learn about the different types of bows, arrows, thumb rings, and how to use them. You can learn about stance, draw, and release, and also understand the rules, etiquette, and terminology.

Kuk Sool Goong: Korean Martial Art Archery

Kuk Sool Goong: Korean Martial Art Archery
Author: R. Barry Harmon
Publisher: Dog Ear Publishing
Total Pages: 170
Release: 2018-02-20
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 145755755X

Korean traditional archery known as “Kukgung” (국궁) (alternate spelling “Kuk Goong”) is practiced throughout Korea and in many parts of the world. I will be using the alternate spelling “Kuk Goong” throughout this book. Kuk Goong is a beautiful and compelling art. There is a copious amount of information about Kuk Goong (Kukgung국궁) published and available on the internet so I will not say much about it except as it applies to our World Kuk Sool Association® (WKSA®) martial art archery. This book is meant to introduce readers to the training and practice of “Kuk Sool Goong” (국술궁). Kuk Sool (국술) is a Korean traditional martial art that includes the training and practice of Korean martial art archery. The World Kuk Sool Association® (WKSA®) martial art archery uses the same fundamental equipment as “Kuk Goong” and the first posture is the same. After that WKSA® teaches many different postures and distances for shooting and that makes it (or us) different from “Traditional Kuk Goong”. I will introduce the archery requirements and rules for World Kuk Sool Association® (WKSA®) competition as well as the fundamental, intermediate and advanced postures for training in “Kuk Sool Goong” (Kuk Sool archery). I will also introduce Kuk Sool Goong Shi Juhn “Arrow Shooting Battle.” Sometimes it’s also called “Archery Sparring.” This book is meant to introduce the reader to traditional Korean martial art archery as taught and practiced by the World Kuk Sool Association®.

Korean Traditional Archery

Korean Traditional Archery
Author: Nicholas Duvernay
Publisher:
Total Pages: 220
Release: 2021-06-20
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ISBN:

This book is a print updated revision of the first book, written in 2007. An ebook edition was made in 2015. This book covers all aspects of Korean traditional archery, from its long history, on through talking about equipment (bows, arrows, thumb rings, etc.), shooting technique, archery grounds, competitions, philosophy and etiquette, and more. It is an ideal book for those who aspire to become proficient in Korean traditional archery or even those who just have an interest in it.

Beginner's Guide to Traditional Archery

Beginner's Guide to Traditional Archery
Author: Brian J. Sorrells
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Total Pages: 114
Release: 2004-07-15
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0811742504

Easy-to-understand instruction for traditional archery. Covers both target shooting and bowhunting. Includes the author's exclusive tiered training program for instinctive shooting with in-depth advice on selecting bows, arrows, and accessories.

Korean Traditional Archery

Korean Traditional Archery
Author: Nicholas Duvernay, PH D
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2021-07-26
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ISBN:

This book is a black and white revision of the color print book and contains all the same information. An ebook edition was made in 2015. This book covers all aspects of Korean traditional archery, from its long history, on through talking about equipment (bows, arrows, thumb rings, etc.), shooting technique, archery grounds, competitions, philosophy and etiquette, and more. It is an ideal book for those who aspire to become proficient in Korean traditional archery or even those who just have an interest in it.

The Ultimate Guide to Traditional Archery

The Ultimate Guide to Traditional Archery
Author: Rick Sapp
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2013-08-13
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1626365369

Traditional archery is spoken in every language, in every culture. Whether you compete in Olympic venues or bowhunt for big game, you participate in a shared history, a tradition of joy and of trial. Archery embodies the philosophy that newer is not always better, that faster does not always win the race, that easier is not always in one's best interest. With the help of The Ultimate Guide to Traditional Archery, learn to rise to an ancient challenge, and with bow in hand, reconnect with the world around you. The Ultimate Guide to Traditional Archery offers instructions on all facets of traditional archery, from gear to games, methods to masters, and competition to nostalgia. Interspersed with brief histories and tales from archers present and past, The Ultimate Guide to Traditional Archery provides detailed explanations of such subjects as building your own arrows, choosing bowstrings, aiming methods, accurate shooting, and practicing safe archery. Traditional archery represents the passion of the simple, the elegance of the pure. The Ultimate Guide to Traditional Archery proves it is truly a sport for the ages.

Gak-Gung

Gak-Gung
Author: Matthew Rifkin
Publisher:
Total Pages: 29
Release: 2020-12-31
Genre:
ISBN:

This book serves as a manual or reference guide for stringing and shooting one of the most difficult of all the traditional Asiatic horn composite bows to master: the gak-gung or traditional Korean horn bow. The emphasis is on stringing presented in a step-by-step manner. Common obstacles and difficulties are discussed, as well as appropriate maintenance measures and the tools needed to successfully string the bow. The book is particularly aimed at those outside of Korea who wish to own and shoot a gak-gung. It is also useful for those simply wishing to better understand horn composite bow maintenance and stringing as the principles presented are generally applicable to nearly all other Asiatic horn composite bows. Characteristics unique to the gak-gung are also covered. Includes a total of 32 figures in full color showing the tools needed, Korean horn bow types, and of course the stringing process.

Traditional Archery

Traditional Archery
Author: Sam Fadala
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Total Pages: 273
Release: 1999-04-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1461752019

How to select and use the classic longbow and recurve bow. Careful attention to bow and arrow selection, equipment tuning and maintenance, shooting techniques, accessories, safety, history, and resources.