Library's review
The martial arts, among today's most exciting exercise regimens, have become some of the most popular ways to keep fit and stay in shape, Judo, which involves both groundwork and grappling methods, is both a fun sport and a formidable fighting art, and has been an Olympic discipline since the 1960
Judo is a full-color guide that explains vital basic techniques as well as more advanced skills. Its modern design, accesible layout, and information-packed pages make maximum use of instructional, clear text and superb photography to offer exhaustive coverage of the most important elementary principles of the martial art, such as falling, throwing, and groundwork. Also, specially commissioned high-quality photographs laced throughout the book depict easy-to-follow stap-by-step sequences, while close-up details focus on key elements of techniques. A separate section is devoted to effective self-defense through the use of tried and tested judo techniques.
Alex Butcher's judo experience spans a period of forty years. He trained the South African judo teams of 1998 and 1999, as well as the gold medal-winning kata team of 1999. A 6th dan South Aftican judoka, he was awarded sandan (3rd-dan) status by Kodokan (the headquarters of the International Judo Institute in Japan) in 1980, and was the first foreign associate member of the official British Schools Judo Association.
Contents
1 Introduction
A brief history of the development of judo throughout the world and an introduciton into the world of the judoka.
2 Getting started
A look at the basic elements of judo, including attire and behaviour, and the underlying pinrciples and philosophy
3 Falling
An explanation of one of the key disciplines of judo and how this may be executed safely and effectively.
4 Groundwork
Learning the fundamental elements of grappling, pinning and strangulation techniques executed on the mat.
5 Standing and throwing
Understanding the basic requirements for balance and stance, throws and reaps, sweeps and drops.
6 Advanced techniques
Mastering the techinical combinations required in advanced judo andin the competitive arena.
7 Self-defence
Learning to defend yourself against the potential onslaught of an attack by applying specific judo techniques.
Making contact
Glossary
Index
Photographic credits
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Summer Olympics in Rome.Judo is a full-color guide that explains vital basic techniques as well as more advanced skills. Its modern design, accesible layout, and information-packed pages make maximum use of instructional, clear text and superb photography to offer exhaustive coverage of the most important elementary principles of the martial art, such as falling, throwing, and groundwork. Also, specially commissioned high-quality photographs laced throughout the book depict easy-to-follow stap-by-step sequences, while close-up details focus on key elements of techniques. A separate section is devoted to effective self-defense through the use of tried and tested judo techniques.
Alex Butcher's judo experience spans a period of forty years. He trained the South African judo teams of 1998 and 1999, as well as the gold medal-winning kata team of 1999. A 6th dan South Aftican judoka, he was awarded sandan (3rd-dan) status by Kodokan (the headquarters of the International Judo Institute in Japan) in 1980, and was the first foreign associate member of the official British Schools Judo Association.
Contents
1 Introduction
A brief history of the development of judo throughout the world and an introduciton into the world of the judoka.
2 Getting started
A look at the basic elements of judo, including attire and behaviour, and the underlying pinrciples and philosophy
3 Falling
An explanation of one of the key disciplines of judo and how this may be executed safely and effectively.
4 Groundwork
Learning the fundamental elements of grappling, pinning and strangulation techniques executed on the mat.
5 Standing and throwing
Understanding the basic requirements for balance and stance, throws and reaps, sweeps and drops.
6 Advanced techniques
Mastering the techinical combinations required in advanced judo andin the competitive arena.
7 Self-defence
Learning to defend yourself against the potential onslaught of an attack by applying specific judo techniques.
Making contact
Glossary
Index
Photographic credits
Show Less
ISBN
1585744492 / 9781585744497
Publication
The Lyons Press Guilfior, Connecticut