Grips (Judo Masterclass Techniques)

Sometimes the most obvious truths are the ones we ignore: every grappling-based martial art begins on the feet, and it is impossible to bring your opponent to the mat without grabbing him. Adams provides an excellent overview of grip fighting in judo-- how to use different grips to throw your opponent, how to use grips to thwart a throw, how to break grips, and how to establish a dominant grip. What isn't covered (primarily because judo is thought of as a standing sport) is how to use grips on the mat. Old school practitioners of judo, and those who practice bjj should be able to use Adams' discussion of grips while standing and apply them to mat work. Want to pass someone's guard? You need a grip. Want to keep someone in your guard? Get a good grip. This book has changed the way I think about grappling, and I highly recommend it to anyone who practices a grappling-based martial art.

Great Book, as a beginner this has helped me immensely, I train in a traditional Japanese gym with very little instruction. So this book has helped me with probably the most basic thing when it comes to Judo, the Grip.

I paid a little more then I originally wanted for it, but the extra exposure to grip fighting is already paying dividends with my judo.

good product, fast delivery

This is the second copy for me. Great information

The more of this series you can afford to buy the better your game will be. Hard to find some times.

Love this book so much I've bought it on two separate occasions.

great book for any judoka

I bought this book for my son who is a keen Judo practitioner. He was very happy with it!Recommended!

Heel slecht ingedeeld met foto's en illustraties en ook te wijnig Japanse benamingen.

Veramente ben scritto

Not much out there on grips. This is quite comprehensive. I especially like the grips for specific throws. Also see Ron Angus.

Written by the best, so can't be faulted