Judo Skill Acquisition

This book delves into a single part of coaching by introducing the ecological theory of judo skill acquisition. The theory creates a up to date theoretical base for skills coaching. First, the concept of skill is defined. Furthermore, the book will analyze what skill is in general and what comprehensive judo skill is. Next, the concept of skill is discussed in more detail from the perspective of performance and learning. Finally, to aid coaches in practice, the book showcases models for skills coaching. The objective is understanding the skills required in judo, how they can be learned most efficiently, and how to most efficiently steer the learning process.