Judo
By: by Alix Wood
Series: A kid's guide to martial arts; Kid's guide to martial arts
Publisher: PowerKids Press
Published: 2013
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 32
ISBN-13: 9781477703182; 9781477703588; 9781477703595
Subjects: Judo; Juvenile literature; Martial arts
Description: Judo is a modern martial art and also part of the summer Olympics. Learn that the most prominent feature of Judo is the competitive element; also learn basic moves, proper attire, and safety guidelines.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (page 32) and index.
Table of contents: title: What Is Judo?; title: The History of Judo; title: Judo Equipment; title: The Dojo; title: Warming Up; title: Postures and Grip; title: Learning to Fall; title: Balance, and Breaking It; title: Reaping and Sweeping; title: Hip Throws; title: Shoulder Throws; title: Groundwork; title: Competitions.