Judo
Judo roughly translates as 'gentle way' in Japanese, and though it can appear to be anything but gentle, it's skill, technique and timing that will see you gaining different colour belts as you improve.
An Overview of Judo
Judo is one of two martial arts included in the Olympics, and it is easy to try it, with all clubs registered with the British Judo Association offering free starter sessions and 'judo gi' (uniforms) to borrow.
Judo is an unarmed Olympic combat sport that demands both physical prowess and great mental discipline. It was founded by Jigoro Kano in Japan in the 1880s and has grown in popularity to become one of the most popular individual sports across the globe. Judo translates into English as "the gentle way".
Judo is the only martial art currently a part of the Paralympics. Visually Impaired or 'VI' Judo is a specially adapted form of judo for individuals with visual and other impairments.
Two players (called judoka) compete against each other on an 8m x 8m matted area for up to 5 minutes with the player scoring the most points winning the contest. Scores of varying degrees are awarded for throws, holds and more, with the coveted "ippon" score ending the contest. If the scores are level at the end of the 5 minute period the contest goes to 'golden score' with the first person to score any point winning the contest.
National Governing Bodies
British Judo Association
- Contact Name
- General Information
- Contact Email
- bja@britishjudo.org.uk
- Contact Telephone
- 0121 728 6920
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Award winning Judo Club and Coaches. Holders of the prestigious British Judo Associations Club Mark Award. Coaches DBS Enhanced Approved and First Aid qualified.
Senior and Junior classes across Kent. For more information we can be found at www.judojim.
United Judo
Exciting New Club welcoming all into the Olympic Sport of JUDO. From ages 3 years to 80 year olds. All sectors of the community welcome. Inclusive - Toddlers - Juniors - Adults - Seniors and Masters.
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