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Black Belt: Judo Skills and Techniques by Neil Ohlenkamp is a hardcover visual guidebook that walks judoka from first break-falls to advanced competition-ready throws. Spread across 160 illustrated pages, the 2006 New Holland release pairs step-by-step photography with concise coaching cues, making it a durable reference for young adults and adult martial artists alike.
The book balances traditional Kodokan values with modern training methods, covering gripping drills, combination counters, randori tactics and mental preparation. Ohlenkamp’s clear layout lets readers quickly locate kyu-grade requirements or black-belt groundwork details, while safety tips and injury-prevention notes support steady progression.
This used copy shows the honest wear of heavy dojo bags—cover edges rubbed, page corners softly scuffed, yet every sheet remains clean, unmarked and tightly bound. A single faint edge spot is the only blemish; no names, no smoke, no dog-eared sheets interrupt the generous photo sequences.
Ideal for judo coaches, fitness enthusiasts or self-defence students seeking a concise, well-illustrated manual, this affordable hardback delivers authoritative technique without the price of a new textbook.