Judo Techniques & Tactics

By Didier Janicot and Gilbert Pouillart

Book Overview

"Informative manual.good organization and exceptionally clear photos.this is one of the more appealing titles on this martial art.covers information that beginners need."--School Library Journal 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0806976756
• ISBN13: 9780806976754
• Release Date: March 2002
• Publisher: Sterling
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.8" x 0.5" x 7.5"
• Age Range: 8 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 3 and higher

Customer Reviews

Great reference.

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).

Excellent book for the beginning student

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.