The modern design, accessible layout & information-packed pages of this book make maximum use of instructional, clear text & superb photography. Vital beginners basics & more advanced combat techniques are depicted in specially commissioned, full colour step-by-step sequences. Close-up details & illustrations focus on key elements of technique. Separate chapters focus on the important elementary principles of judo, such as falling, throwing & groundwork. A separate section is devoted to effective self-defence using judo techniques.