2 Quotes by Doug Cook

just as a stool requires three legs to stand upright so the taekwondoist must cultivate basic skills, meaningful forms, and effective sparring in order to have both feet firmly planted in the art

The most difficult part ot traditional taekwondo is not learningthe first kick or punch. It is not struggling to remember themotions of a poomsae or becoming aquainted with Korean culture.Rather, it is taking the first step across the threshold of the dojangdoor. This is where roads diverge, where choices are made thatwill resonate throughout a lifetime.