Book: The Zen of Juggling

Couverture noire du livre The Zen of Juggling présentant une grille de neuf cercles texturés et le titre en lettres blanches; pages intérieures visibles derrière.

Couverture du livre The Zen of Juggling par Dave Finnigan, fond noir avec une grille de 12 cercles gris et le titre The Zen of Juggling en blanc en bas.

Homme âgé portant une chemise hawaïenne tient un cadre avec un diplôme encadré, dans une pièce décorée de posters de jonglage et de livres sur le jonglage sur une étagère.

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The Zen of Juggling – Dave Finnigan:

The Zen of Juggling is much more than a book about juggling. Through an initiatory narrative, Dave Finnigan shows how the practice of juggling balls can become a true tool for personal development: concentration, calmness, patience, self-awareness.

The film follows the journey of a juggler in search of technical perfection who gradually discovers a deeper dimension of his art. His path leads him to a mysterious Chinese master, Huang, in an ancient Buddhist monastery in Taiwan. Through juggling, he learns Zen in a concrete and playful way: releasing tension, staying focused, accepting mistakes, finding balance.

An inspiring book for all those who wish to transform the practice of juggling into a daily discipline, serving mental clarity and serenity.

NetJuggler's opinion on The Zen of Juggling:

This book occupies a special place in modern juggling culture. Dave Finnigan, a major figure in juggling pedagogy since the 1970s, offers here an original approach blending narrative, philosophy, and practice.

This is not a technical manual filled with detailed diagrams. It is a text to be read slowly, inviting reflection on one's practice. It will be particularly suitable for enthusiasts, teachers, artists, and all those who see juggling as a path as much as a performance.

A timeless work, regularly reissued, which has influenced generations of jugglers.

Technical specifications:

Language: English.
Cover: Paperback.
Size: 21.5 x 14 cm.
Number of pages: 113 pages.
Publisher: ND Juggling (Niels Duinker).

Three views of Dave Finnigan's book The Zen of Juggling: black cover, open inner pages and "Author's Advice" page.

For what type of practice?

From beginner to experienced jugglers.
Teachers, activity leaders, circus artists.
Enthusiasts wishing to delve deeper into the mental and philosophical dimension of juggling.
Ideal reading to complement regular ball work.

Information about the manufacturer ND Juggling:

ND Juggling is the publishing house of Niels Duinker, an internationally renowned professional juggler. The company publishes reference works dedicated to the history and culture of juggling, contributing to the preservation and dissemination of juggling heritage.

Note : This is an English-language book. Check your reading proficiency before purchasing.

Why read The Zen of Juggling?

“Juggling is more than tricks. It’s a way of life.” This book reminds us that juggling isn’t just about stringing together a series of moves. It can become a daily exercise in focus, balance, and stress management. A text to revisit at different stages of your practice.