Accidental Olympian is the uplifting story of a judo athlete who wasn't afraid to dream big. Colin Oates trained in the wilds of Norfolk, at a village hall club run by his father. Entering the Olympics seemed an impossible dream, but Oates defied the odds to qualify for and compete at two Olympic Games. The boy born in Harold Wood, Essex, battled not only local prejudices within the judo fraternity but took on and beat many of the world's top players. Under the coaching and guidance of his father, Oates travelled the globe to fight in places he'd never heard of. Discover how Oates, supported by a judo-crazy family, smashed his way to being the British number-one under-66kg player for nearly a decade before qualifying for the Olympics. At London 2012, Oates defeated an ex-world champion and was only stopped by the eventual gold medallist. At Rio 2016, he faced the heartbreak of an early exit but was soon appointed a Great Britain elite coach. This is a genuine David and Goliath story where the underdog comes out on top.

Accidental Olympian: Colin Oates, a Judo Journey

Oates, Howard

Biographies & Memoirs

Pitch Publishing Ltd

Judo is rare among fighting sports, as the fighter's intention is to defeat an opponent without inflicting injury. Aimed at newcomers to the sport, this book highlights the basics of Judo and details the most important techniques with the aid of more than 100 photos. An easy-to-read and practical book, Colin Oates Judo explains how to accomplish important throws, hold downs, the basics of strangles and arm bars, and more. In turn, uniquely, it groups throwing techniques into clusters so that grip movements are minimized and techniques link together for easy recall. There is also valuable information on what to consider when choosing a Judo club, what to look for in contest judo, and how the rules of judo have changed in recent years concerning leg grabs. This concise and accessible book aims to get the new Judoka up and running, fast! About the Authors. Colin Oates is one of Britain's leading Judo professionals with a multitude of wins and medals at national and international level. Recently, Colin won the men's -66kg judo gold at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. Alongside his father and personal coach of 25 years, Howard Oates, more than 60 years of judo experience is shared in this Getting Started title.

Colin Oates Judo: Getting Started

Sports & Outdoors

Oates, Colin

Individual Sports

Oakamoor Publishing

Whether your sport is Judo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling or MMA, the skill and art of Newaza (Groundwork) should be studied in depth. "Colin Oates Judo: Groundwork" highlights the basic drills required by the novice, to the more complex moves used by experienced groundwork practitioners. With the aid of over 180 photographs, this easy-to-read and practical book explains turnovers, hold downs, arm bars and strangles and also describes the practical application of such moves in contest situations. Readers will learn 'what to do' and 'what not to do' in certain positions on the ground. There is also a section that describes the rules and how to approach groundwork-only competitions, as well as providing insight as to what the referees and officials are looking for when a contest goes to ground. About the Authors. Colin Oates is one of Britain's leading professionals with a multitude of wins and medals at national and international level. Recently, Colin won the men's 66k judo gold medal at the 2014 Commonwealth Games and collected a silver medal at the European Championships in 2016 in Russia. Alongside his father and coach of 26 years, Howard Oates, more than 60 years of judo experience is shared in this groundwork title.

Colin Oates Judo: Groundwork

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