Judo Foundations: Basic Principles of Judo that all Judokas should know - Softcover

Sensei, Miguel López

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1463362005 ISBN 13: 9781463362003

Publisher: Palibrio, 2013

Synopsis

Judo, meaning "gentle way" is a modern Japanese martial art and combat sport, which originated in Japan in the late nineteenth century. Its most prominent feature is its competitive element, where the object is either to throw one's opponent to the ground and immobilize by joint-locking the elbow or by applying a choke. In Judo Foundations, Miguel López sensei with his more than forty five years practicing judo nationally and internationally, is sharing his knowledge if the roots, philosophy, meaning of the judo techniques, and how to excel in judo while underscoring the importance of judo values and its essential role in society.

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About the Author

Miguel Lopez sensei has practiced judo for more than forty five years and holds a fifth degree Black Belt (godan) in Judo. Miguel had the fortune of receiving the best training under the experience of Moc Kan Sent sensei and the exceptional professor Tomoyoshi Yamaguchi sensei, who was assigned by the Kodokan in Tokyo, Japan to promote judo in Mexico. Miguel sensei is a former top-level competitor, and enjoys teaching judo discipline to children, adults, and people with limited physical capabilities. Miguel Lopez sensei frequently participates in the Kodokan in Tokyo, Japan to further develop his skills. Miguel is currently a Certified Rank Examiner and holds a National level Certified Coach in the Unites States of America

Edition details

• Publisher: Palibrio
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1463362005
• ISBN 13: 9781463362003
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 100