- 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!