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Kodokan Judo: The Essential Guide to Judo by Its Founder Jigoro Kano (by Jigoro Kano Paperback - July 14, 1997). Judo, or the Way of Gentleness, an ideal form of physical exercise and a reliable system, of self-defense, was specially created from traditional Japanese martial arts. This book by the creator of Kodokan judo is uniquely comprehensive and the most authoritative guide to this martial art everpublished.

Over a hundred years ago Jigoro Kano mastered swordsmanship and hand-to-hand combat. Failing to discover any underlying principle, he set about designing a new martial art to reflect the concept of maximum efficiency in the use of physical and mental energy. Today, the concepts and techniques ofjudo taught at the Kodokan are the ones originally devised by their creator and collected together in this book. Covering everything from the fundamental techniques to prearranged formal exercises for both men and women, the book offers detailed explanations of how techniques are combined in twotypes of practice: randori (free practice) and kata (the practice of forms). In addition to a discussion of traditional methods of resuscitation, the book concludes with a useful appendix of information on the founder and the Kodokan International Judo Center, and a glossary of judo terminology.
Fully illustrated throughout, Kodokan Judo will help students and instructors everywhere to discover the principles, techniques, and spirit of this popular martial art.  

Judo Unleashed (by Neil Ohlenkamp Paperback - May 1, 2006). 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.

Whether you're in training for competition or preparing to take your black belt test, Judo Unleashed is the definitive resource for serious judo practitioners who want to take their skills to a bold new level. At the same time, this incredibly illustrated, step-by-step guide is ideal for anyone who wants to incorporate some of the most powerful and effective judo techniques into his or her self-defense or competitive fighting styles.

Sensei Neil Ohlenkamp, one of today's most sought-after judo coaches, covers all the bases--from philosophical and technical foundations through advanced grappling and self-defense techniques. With the help of 350 specially commissioned, full-color photographs illustrating each move in exciting detail, he draws upon his nearly 40 years of judo experience to show you how to: Add power and grace to your technique and improve your understanding of the fundamentals. Execute basic and advanced hip, hand, and leg throws, sacrifice throws, pins, chokes, joint locks, and more. Prepare yourself mentally and physically to ace your shodan test or blow away the competition.  

The Canon of Judo: Classic Teachings on Principles and Techniques (by Kyuzo Mifune Hardcover - June 15, 2004). Judo's origins date back to ancient times, and through the course of its long history it has evolved into one of Japan's most renowned heritages, assimilating many aspects of Japanese culture. In recent years, Judo has acquired heightened popularity, both in Japan and around the world, as a martial art and a path to spiritual enlightenment.

Kyuzo Mifune (1883-1965) began Judo as a junior middle-school student, and in 1945 was awarded the rank of 10th dan. known as the "God of Judo," he was so famous that, in referring to him, the words "10th dan" alone sufficed. Legend has it that in his sixty years of practice he never lost a match and was never thrown.

This book is the completely revised edition of Canon of Judo, originally published in 1960. It is said the book played a big role in founding the International Judo Federation, and in helping Judo to become an Olympic sport in 1964.

With around 1,000 photos of the author and his students, and detailed, thorough explanations of the techniques, The Canon of Judo is the only book of its kind to provide such a comprehensive guide to the various techniques and the spirit of Judo. It will be an indispensable resource for all Judo practitioners.  

Kodokan Judo Throwing Techniques (by Toshiro Daigo Hardcover - September 1, 2005). Throughout the long history of Japan's martial traditions, judo has evolved into one of the nation's richest and most revered cultural legacies. The vast array of judo techniques has branched out into three distinct categories: throwing techniques, grappling techniques, and striking techniques. Of these, throwing techniques (nage-waza) represent some of the most dynamic and compelling aspects of this world-famous martial art. Recent developments in competition (shiai) and free practice (randori) have seen an increase in the number of forms of nage-waza, leading to often confusing interpretations of the techniques' names. The purpose of this book, therefore, is to provide a comprehensive and correct classification of nage-waza terminology as used in both competition and practice. All the sixty-seven official Kodokan throwing techniques and their various forms are explained thoroughly and concisely, and over 1,800 photographs accompany the text to provide the reader with the most comprehensive guide to judo's throwing forms to date. For many years author Toshiro Daigo has held the prestigious position of chief instructor at the Kodokan, regarded as the mecca for all judo enthusiasts, and this book is the result of painstaking research into the constantly changing forms of judo's nage-waza. It will be an invaluable resource for practitioners everywhere.  

More Judo Books

• The Secrets of Judo: A Text for Instructors and Students
• Mind Over Muscle: Writings from the Founder of Judo
• Judo Formal Techniques: A Complete Guide to Kodokan Randori No Kata
• Judo: History, Theory, Practice
• Techniques of Judo (Tuttle Martial Arts)
• Judo Strategy: Turning Your Competitors' Strength to Your Advantage
• Pick-ups (Judo Masterclass Techniques)
• Judo Heart and Soul

• Judo 3 DVD Box Set-D ~ Judo (DVD - 2005)
• Classic Judo: 6 DVD Box Set ~ Various Judo Masters (DVD - 2006)
• Mike Swain Ne-Waza Judo Groundfighting ~ Mike Swain (DVD - 2005)
• Koshen Judo Old School Pre WWII Japan (Grappling) - 2 DVD Set ~ M. KIMURA (DVD - 2004)
• The History Of Judo ~ Judo-True Story & Legend (DVD - 2004)
• Classic Judo Katas ~ Various Japanese Masters (DVD - 2006)

• Karo Parisyan Judo for Mixed Martial Arts 3 Disc DVD 6 Volumes on 3 Dvds World Martial Arts International Groundfighter ~ Karo ", The Heat", and Parisyan (DVD - 2007)
• Cold Showers ~ Johan Libereau, Salome Stevenin, Florence Thomassin, and Jean-Philippe ecoffey (DVD - 2006)
• Throw down ~ Tony Leung Kar-Fai, Aaron Kwok, Jordan Chan, and Cherrie Ying (DVD - 2005)
• Judo's Gentle Tiger ~ George Harris (DVD - 2005)
• Koshen Judo Old School Pre WWII Japan (Grappling) - 2 DVD Set ~ M. KIMURA (DVD - 2004)
• Black Belt Judo, Vol. 1
• Black Belt Judo, Vol. 2
• Black Belt Judo, Vol. 3