{"product_id":"mastering-judo-epub","title":"Mastering Judo epub","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003eFully grasping the martial art of judo entails learning and appreciating its history, culture, principles, techniques, and tactics. \u003ci\u003eMastering Judo\u003c\/i\u003e contains information on these facets of the art and more through the teaching of the renowned Takahashi family.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With over 200 years of combined experience and a total of 31 black belts among them, the six members of the family contributing to this book offer a wealth of firsthand judo instruction. Leading the way is father Masao, an 8th-dan black belt who has trained two generations of international judo champions. Mother June is both a judo instructor and historian who has published a book detailing the origins of the art. Siblings Al, Phil, Ray, and Tina are all accomplished judo instructors, coaches, or competitors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Blending the rich tradition with modern techniques and tactics, the Takahashis ensure that \u003ci\u003eMastering Judo\u003c\/i\u003e will appeal to all participants seeking a deeper knowledge and improved performance in the art and sport. From time-honored skill sets to the most current training for competition, this comprehensive resource spans all generations and interests of judo enthusiasts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e Introduction: Kano’s Art\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Evolution From Art to Sport\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Traditional Values and Etiquette\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Focus and Attitude\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Training Methods\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Breakfalls, Posture, and Standing and Ground Positions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Control Grips and Grip Breaks\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Standing Combinations and Counters\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Physical Preparation and Weight Control\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Match Plans, Competitive Strategies, and Tactics\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Self-Defense Applications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMasao Takahashi\u003c\/b\u003e, the family patriarch, has been involved in judo for 65 years, during which time he has taught and coached numerous national and international champions through the Takahashi Martial Arts School. Established in Ontario, Canada, in 1969, this family-run training school is recognized as one of North America’s most successful dojos, offering courses in judo, karate, jiu jutsu, aikido, and kendo. Masao is an 8th-dan black belt and was decorated by the emperor of Japan in 2002 with the Order of the Sacred Treasure, Gold Rays with Rosette in recognition of his exceptional service to elevating the status of Japanese Canadians through his lifelong commitment to the promotion and development of the sport of judo. He was inducted into the Judo Canada Hall of Fame in 1998.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJune Takahashi\u003c\/b\u003e is a 5th-dan black belt and a judo instructor at the Takahashi dojo. She was one of the first women in Canada to earn a black belt and is credited with encouraging and supporting her children’s competitive pursuits over the years. The Takahashi siblings, Allyn, Phil, Ray, and Tina, are all accomplished student-athletes who have trained and competed internationally and have earned nine university degrees between them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAllyn Takahashi\u003c\/b\u003e is considered the technician of the Takahashi family with a theoretical approach to judo as a sport and a martial art. He was a Canadian national youth champion and wrestler during his high school years, winning three Eastern Canadian Championships and the Canadian National Exhibition International Championship.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhil Takahashi\u003c\/b\u003e is a three-time Olympian, two-time medalist in world championship competition, and 10-time Canadian champion. He was inducted into the Judo Canada Hall of Fame in 1996 and currently instructs at the family dojo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRay Takahashi\u003c\/b\u003e is currently a lecturer and wrestling coach at the University of Western Ontario. He is a 3rd-dan black belt and a three-time Olympian who placed 4th in 1984. A member of the Canadian wrestling team for 10 years, Ray holds 16 Canadian national titles in the sport and was inducted into the Canadian Wrestling Hall of Fame in 1991.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTina Takahashi\u003c\/b\u003e is a World University champion who has taught judo for the past 25 years. She was the first women’s Sport Canada carded athlete, the first coach of the women’s judo team at the 1988 Olympics, and the first Canadian woman to achieve the rank of 6th-degree black belt. In 1998, Tina was inducted into the Judo Canada Hall of Fame.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e","brand":"Masao Takahashi,Ray Takahashi,June Takahashi,Allyn Takahashi,Phil Takahashi,Tina Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":67750012158026,"sku":null,"price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/9781492582656.jpg?v=1792480351","url":"https:\/\/us.humankinetics.com\/products\/mastering-judo-epub","provider":"Human Kinetics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}