The Art and Science of Judo
A Guide to the Principles of Grappling and Throwing
$27.99
- Paperback
192 pages
- Release Date
28 February 2022
Summary
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…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780804852234 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0804852235 |
| Author: | Jiichi Watanabe, Lindy Avakian, Neil Ohlenkamp |
| Publisher: | Tuttle Publishing |
| Imprint: | Tuttle Publishing |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 192 |
| Release Date: | 28 February 2022 |
| Weight: | 542g |
| Dimensions: | 22mm x 154mm x 229mm |
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Critics Review
“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…[The Art and Science of Judo] is such a book.” –San Francisco Chronicle
“For the teacher or the serious student of judo who desires to know the ‘why’ of what he does, this book is a must.” – Journal of the Association for Physical and Mental Rehabilitation
“I found this book to be invaluable and would recommend it for anyone who’s interested in grappling arts generally (whether judo or not) or even the science of human movement.” –Bernie Gourley blog
Jiichi Watanabe
Jiichi Watanabe was a well-known Judo instructor in Japan. A sixth-degree black belt, he was one of the pioneers in the scientific study of Judo.
Lindy Avakian was a respected Judo instructor. He served in the US Air Force, studying Judo in Japan in the early 1950s. He completed the first foreign instruction course at the Kodokan Judo Institute in Tokyo in 1956. During his time in the military, he trained US Special Forces in self-defense.
Neil Ohlenkamp has been a Judo instructor for over 45 years. He is a 7th degree black belt and former head instructor at the Encino Judo Club in California. He was head coach of the U.S. Judo squad at the 1988 Paralympic Games and the 1989 World Championships for the Disabled. He is the author of Judo Unleashed: Essential Throwing & Grappling Techniques for Intermediate to Advanced Martial Artists.
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