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Introduction to Judo(Martial Arts)
by Gary Murray
Format: Hardback
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Written to answer the beginner's basic questions, An Introduction to Judo, provides comprehensive information about this Japanese Martial Art. 5th Dan black belt Gary Murray outlines Judo's relevance to everyday life, not only as a method of self defence, but also as a way of improving health and developing personal awareness confidence and discipline. Other aspects covered - How Judo is taught and learned - History and philosophy - Basic principles and techniques - Differences between traditional and sport Judo - Advice of finding a club and instructor In the 21st Century, martial arts world-wide have combined to create a multi-million dollar industry. Annual subscriptions, the sale of equipment, as well as government financial aid has resulted in colossal amounts of money changing hands every year. Unfortunately, this trend has encouraged a severe degradation of the fundamental principles of certain martial arts, with a modern emphasis directed to winning sporting tournaments. According to Judo Master Sakujiro Yokoyama ?If you practise Judo as a sport you are making a big mistake? An Introduction to Judo examines the creation and expansion of one of the world's most popular Japanese martial arts. By explaining the traditional aims and philosophy of the founder, Dr Jigoro Kano, the Author hopes readers will appreciate that the ultimate aim of the art of Judo (the Gentle Way) was never intended to be success in sporting tournaments, rather the development of the character of its participants.
Genre: Judo
Format: Hardback
Published: 1989
Pages: 116
Publisher: MacDonald Optima
ISBN: 9780356178561
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