The ultimate Judo manual for all trainees—from novice to advanced! Master instructor Neil Ohlenkamp has updated and expanded his best-selling Judo training manual for students at every level—from novice to advanced. Judo Unleashed! presents all the information needed by Judo trainees in a single comprehensive handbook! This authoritative guide covers all the techniques of Judo officially recognized by the Kodokan Judo Institute, the birthplace and international headquarters of Judo, as well as other information needed to improve and expand your knowledge of this exciting sport: The history of Judo and how it aims to promote character development What you need to know about your Sensei (instructor) and Dojo (training school) How to prepare for your first class, equipment to buy and dojo training etiquette Basic terminology and the importance of understanding Judo's underlying philosophy Principles of throwing (nage waza), grappling (katame waza) and striking (atemi waza) The most important tournament rules, including scoring and penalties in competition And much, much more! From philosophical basics to advanced competitive techniques, this book is the true bible of the sport and the only manual you'll need as you advance through every level of your Judo training!

Hundreds of full-color throws and grabs make this the black belt of instructional judo books In Judo Unleashed, master coach Neil Ohlenkamp brings together the form, practice, and grace of this venerable sport in an all-inclusive handbook. From philosophical and technical foundations through advanced grappling and self-defense techniques, this authoritative guide, with 350 color photos, covers all the bases you need to refine your technique and gain a deeper understanding of this increasingly popular martial art.

The ultimate Judo manual for all trainees--from novice to advanced! Master instructor Neil Ohlenkamp has updated and expanded his best-selling Judo training manual for students at every level--from novice to advanced. Judo Unleashed! presents all the information needed by Judo trainees in a single comprehensive handbook! This authoritative guide covers all the techniques of Judo officially recognized by the Kodokan Judo Institute, the birthplace and international headquarters of Judo, as well as other information needed to improve and expand your knowledge of this exciting sport: The history of Judo and how it aims to promote character development What you need to know about your Sensei (instructor) and Dojo (training school) How to prepare for your first class, equipment to buy and dojo training etiquette Basic terminology and the importance of understanding Judo's underlying philosophy Principles of throwing (nage waza), grappling (katame waza) and striking (atemi waza) The most important tournament rules, including scoring and penalties in competition And much, much more! From philosophical basics to advanced competitive techniques, this book is the true bible of the sport and the only manual you'll need as you advance through every level of your Judo training!

This judo text is written in easy-to-follow language and illustrated withction photographs. It describes all basic and intermediate level techniques.

"There have been many books on judo--some highly competent, others well-written or well-illustrated, some fit for beginners, others for the advanced student. To have all these in a single volume is unusual."--San Francisco Chronicle The Art and Science of Judo is a revealing Japanese martial arts manual that focuses primarily on the scientific principles at work in Judo. In this book, highly-respected Judo instructors Jiichi Watanabe and Lindy Avakian delve deeply into the mechanics of Judo, offering clear-cut scientific explanations for the numerous techniques involved in throwing and grappling. By understanding the science behind the art, you will become prepared to perform the right moves at the right time and successfully meet the challenge of responding to your opponent. The book has over 200 illustrations and 40 photos which show the forces that are employed when performing common Judo throwing and grappling moves such as hip throws, foot sweeps, collar holds, and many more. In addition to the precise explanations of judo's physical aspects, you'll also find detailed insights into the psychological factors related to judo's underlying philosophy. Topics include: How dynamics are applied to Judo The three principles for practicing Judo The three laws of motion and how they apply to Judo Different kinds of force found in Judo techniques How to effectively practice throwing and grappling A new foreword by Judo instructor Neil Ohlenkamp offers insight on the book's importance as a resource for every Judo practitioner and instructor. The Art and Science of Judo is a fascinating and valuable work, which will help you achieve success by not only understanding what techniques to master but also why they work and when to use them.

Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais is best known for pioneering the somatic therapy that bears his name. Less well known is that he was also one of the earliest European practitioners of the martial art of judo and wrote a number of influential texts on the subject. Primary among these is Higher Judo, first published in 1952 and now reprinted with a new foreword that offers useful context and elaborates on Feldenkrais’ comprehensive—and still timely—approach to the martial art and to the body. Judo was a natural choice for Feldenkrais’s fascination with body/mind exploration and how to promote optimal functioning through awareness. In Higher Judo, he presents judo as the art of using all parts of the body to promote general health, and as part of the “basic culture of the body.” He reveals judo’s potential for creating a sense of rhythm of movement and improving mental and physical coordination. Higher Judo covers specific movements and positions—the astride position, the six o’clock approach, falling techniques—in both the text and the clear line drawings. Even more importantly, it shows how such groundwork can help practitioners develop their mental and physical awareness to their full potential.

Focusing on Kodokan Judo, this book contains full descriptions of all 67 throws, with variations and practice guides. In addition, it details the origins of some techniques, using old and rare photos of Kano in action. It is suitable for all judo practitioners. The author was a 3-times Olympic Judo champion in his youth, and became the chief instructor of Kodokan - the official Judo headquarters. This book is the successor to the perennial bestseller Kodokan Judo', by the founder Jigoro Kano, and contains full descriptions of all 67 throws, with variations and'