Judo originated in Japan over a century ago, yet much of its creation and evolution remains a mystery outside of Japan. Syd Hoare delved into the original sources, writing for the first time an illuminating account of how two little-practiced Japanese unarmed combat systems became an Olympic sport practiced worldwide.
This is a book that every judoka, coach, referee, and teacher should read. It traces the growth of judo from its earliest days, the creation and development of its techniques and rules, and the overcoming of various challenges, some of which still affect judo today.
This is an indispensable guide for all judo practitioners who want to learn more about their martial art. Not only is the philosophy of judo explained in detail, but a wealth of information about Jigoro Kano, its founder, is also revealed. Without a doubt, Syd Hoare did a great service to judo b...read more
