Judo For Juniors

Designed to introduce judo to children aged 10-13, the purpose being to speak directly to the children themselves in a lightly informative way. The emphasis is upon the practical aspects of judo - the kit, grading and etiquette, breakfalls and gymnastics, the throws, combinations and ground work. As well as this, the importance of training, practice, rules and scoring are highlighted. Judo games, the main Japanese terms used and a history of the sport are included, along with a portrait of Neil Adams and Karen Briggs.