Judo is a martial art, a sport, a school of life, a passion that builds strength, skill, and suppleness, agility in body and mind. From the beginner's first steps and basic vocabulary to the incredible feats practiced by advanced black belts, this photo-packed manual covers it all. Prepare for class with an introduction to the proper clothing, the judo mat, and the initial session (including initiation). Every technique and tactic--standing judo, moves back and forward, pulls, attacks, falls, ground combat and more--is discussed. See how to improve at every stage, what different training methods exist, how to put together a personal program, what it takes to move through the ranks, even how to compete. 104 pages (all in color), 7 5/8 x 9 7/8.
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From School Library Journal
Gr 4-7-This informative manual follows the self-defense techniques and training involved at each level from yellow up to black belt. Despite good organization and exceptionally clear photos (especially for this type of instruction manual), this is still a book that would be most useful to accompany readers' own participation in judo classes. For one thing, judo flips and throws involve a partner. But more importantly, no photo or description can guarantee that students will perform the moves safely. That said, this is one of the more appealing titles on this martial art. It covers information that beginners need: uniforms, behavior in class, competitions, and Japanese terminology. Little is said about the history of judo. This is a good book for students or prospective students pursuing this martial art and interested in looking at techniques that are both similar and variant to what they learn in their classes.-Cathryn A. Camper, formerly at Minneapolis Public Library
Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
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Excellent book for the beginning student,
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This review is from: Judo Techniques & Tactics (Hardcover)
This is an excellent manual for the beginning student, it does a great job of covering the beginning techniques and essential dojo knowledge and gives a very thorough overview of judo competition and beyond. The only downside is that I wished the techniques had been shown from different angles so the reader could see the little things that make even the basic techniques more effective.
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This review is from: Judo Techniques & Tactics (Paperback)
A great reference for beginners, with a great approach to teaching. The book focuses more upon tactical situations, than upon the techniques. In other words: opponent is moving forward, here are some things you can do. If s/he stiffens or pulls back, try this or this.
Most judo books take the approach: here is an osoto-gari, here are a couple of ways to use it. I think the book's tactical focus is a great method; buy this book if you need a beginner's reference (or a teacher's manual).
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