Become a Student of the Game
Contrary to traditional wisdom, Judo can be and should be learned by watching and studying videos and DVDs, and by reading books. Since there simply isn't enough class time to present to students the entire inventory of Judo techniques, self-discovery of Judo through visual training aids becomes all the more important. In addition, because Judo students don't have access to professional Judo role models on TV or in local sports arenas, the audio-visual materials listed below will help fill that void. The Judo performed by international level players at the Olympics and World Championships is the closest we have to professional Judo, and thus becomes the model that all students should aspire to imitate.
The following videos and DVDs are highly recommended and can be purchased through Judo America.
| Video/DVD |
Description |
For Whom? |
Cost |
| 101 Ippons |
An exciting collection of 101 top scoring techniques performed
in international competition.
101 Ippons, techniques from 1992-1995, video
101 Ippons II: 1995-1998, video
101 Ippons III: 1999-2002, DVD |
All Levels |
$40 |
| Xtreme Judo |
Explains and demonstrates over 50 of the newest and most dynamic competition techniques, many shown for the first time on film. Xtreme Judo covers sections on Kata guruma, Sutemi waza, Sode waza, Seoi nage, Ashi waza, leg picks, turnovers and much more. |
All Levels |
$29 |
| Jeon: Korean Master |
The best source for understanding the complex art of gripping. Featuring Ki-Yung Jeon, Olympic and 3-time World champion. |
Intermediate
& above |
$40 |
Of the dozens of books written on and about Judo, most are out of print and very hard to find. Some of the best are finally being reprinted. Only a few books are currently in print. Judo America carries some of these books. Costs are approximate.
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| Books |
Description |
For Whom? |
Cost |
| Judo for the West |
The bible of modern Judo training by Geof Gleeson. A must for everyone who wants to understand the differences between traditional and modern training methods. Hard to find. |
Coaches &
advanced
students |
$25+ |
| Best Judo |
An excellent, comprehensive collection of Judo techniques by World and Olympic champion Isao Inokuma. Still in print. |
All levels |
$26 |
| The Canon of Judo |
Considered the bible of classical Judo. Authored by the legendary “God of Judo” Kyuzo Mifune, 10th dan. Recently reprinted with a new translation. |
All levels |
$35 |
| Getting a Grip |
For the Judo historian, this is an excellent book on Judo in the Nikkei communities of the Pacific Northwest between 1900-50. |
History buffs |
$26 |
| Master Class Series |
A collection of books on a single technique or class of techniques: Russian Judo, Osae Komi (Pins), Armlocks, Harai goshi, Tai otoshi, Pick-ups, Seoi nage, O soto gari, Shime Waza (Chokes), Tomoe nage, Uchi mata, Grips, Ashi waza (Foot sweeps), Ashi waza II |
All levels |
$22 |
| Kodokan Judo |
Another comprehensive collection of Judo techniques. Includes the 8 traditional katas, and photos of some of the early legends. |
All levels |
$24 |
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