Judo
Judo comes to us from the fighting system of feudal Japan. Founded in 1882 by
Dr. Jigoro Kano, Judo is a refinement of the ancient martial art of Jujitsu. Dr.
Kano, President of the University of Education in Tokyo, studied these ancient
forms and integrated what he considered to be the best of their techniques into
what is now the modern sport of Judo.
Judo is best known for it's spectacular throwing techniques but also involves
considerable grappling on the ground utilizing specialized pins, control holds, arm
locks, and Judo choking techniques. Judo emphasizes safety, and full physical
activity for top conditioning; age guidelines have been established and restrict
younger students from using chokes and arm bars in competition until they have
reached a specific age and maturity. Judo is learned on special mats for comfort
and safety. Judo is a tremendous and dynamic sport that demands physical fitness
and mental discipline.
The underlying theme in Judo is mutual welfare and respect. Judo provides an
emphasis on discipline, respect and self-control and has a proud and rich set of
traditions. Judo demands a balance of skills; flexibility, strength, endurance,
concentration, balance and mental fortitude. At Champions, we tailor our classes to
the needs of the students.
Our youngest students (ages 3-6) benefit from improved motor skills, hand-eye
coordination and mental focus. Simple Judo skills such as tumbling and falling are
emphasized. Judo games place an emphasis on improving attention span and
focus while encouraging a fun atmosphere for learning.
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Dr. Jigoro Kano, Judo is a refinement of the ancient martial art of Jujitsu. Dr.
Kano, President of the University of Education in Tokyo, studied these ancient
forms and integrated what he considered to be the best of their techniques into
what is now the modern sport of Judo.
Judo is best known for it's spectacular throwing techniques but also involves
considerable grappling on the ground utilizing specialized pins, control holds, arm
locks, and Judo choking techniques. Judo emphasizes safety, and full physical
activity for top conditioning; age guidelines have been established and restrict
younger students from using chokes and arm bars in competition until they have
reached a specific age and maturity. Judo is learned on special mats for comfort
and safety. Judo is a tremendous and dynamic sport that demands physical fitness
and mental discipline.
The underlying theme in Judo is mutual welfare and respect. Judo provides an
emphasis on discipline, respect and self-control and has a proud and rich set of
traditions. Judo demands a balance of skills; flexibility, strength, endurance,
concentration, balance and mental fortitude. At Champions, we tailor our classes to
the needs of the students.
Our youngest students (ages 3-6) benefit from improved motor skills, hand-eye
coordination and mental focus. Simple Judo skills such as tumbling and falling are
emphasized. Judo games place an emphasis on improving attention span and
focus while encouraging a fun atmosphere for learning.
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As in all sports, Judo has a strict set of rules that governs competition and
ensures safety. For those who want to test their skills, Judo offers the
opportunity for competition at all skill levels, from club to national tournaments, all
the way to the Olympic games. There are age and weight divisions for men and
women and for boys and girls.
Judo was introduced into the Olympic games in 1964 and is practiced by millions
of people throughout the world today. People practice Judo to excel in
competition, to stay in top shape, to develop self-confidence and self-discipline,
as an effective form of self-defense and above all, for fun. Judo is many things
to many people, however, for those that love the sport, Judo is a way of life.
ensures safety. For those who want to test their skills, Judo offers the
opportunity for competition at all skill levels, from club to national tournaments, all
the way to the Olympic games. There are age and weight divisions for men and
women and for boys and girls.
Judo was introduced into the Olympic games in 1964 and is practiced by millions
of people throughout the world today. People practice Judo to excel in
competition, to stay in top shape, to develop self-confidence and self-discipline,
as an effective form of self-defense and above all, for fun. Judo is many things
to many people, however, for those that love the sport, Judo is a way of life.
Our next group of students (ages 7-12) focus on physical development with strength
exercises, intermediate throwing skills and increasingly complex mat work. Judo
games, skills practice, Randori (controlled competition), and Kata (forms) are also
taught at this level. Students get into shape and improve flexibility and continue to
increase their overall self-defense skills.
exercises, intermediate throwing skills and increasingly complex mat work. Judo
games, skills practice, Randori (controlled competition), and Kata (forms) are also
taught at this level. Students get into shape and improve flexibility and continue to
increase their overall self-defense skills.
Our teens and adult group are taught the full gamut of advanced throws and
mat work along with improved training skills, chokes and arm bars. Stretching
and endurance are focuses along with proper execution of Judo techniques.
mat work along with improved training skills, chokes and arm bars. Stretching
and endurance are focuses along with proper execution of Judo techniques.
Coach Scott Jones leads some younger students in learning to fall.
This basic skill is also the most important. Proper technique, drilled
until it becomes second nature is essential in Judo and useful in the
outside world as well. (As the web designer found out falling out of a
truck unexpectedly)
This basic skill is also the most important. Proper technique, drilled
until it becomes second nature is essential in Judo and useful in the
outside world as well. (As the web designer found out falling out of a
truck unexpectedly)
| Hey, this isn't a tea party! Coach Casi works on with the students on overall conditioning. Strength and flexibility are essential in judo and help to keep our students safe during training. |
On the left- With one leg controlled, a leg sweep seems inevitable. Judo
teaches balance in two ways...by keeping it and by losing it.
On the right- Two competitors work on their ground games. Notice the grip the
Judoka beneath keeps on his opponent's right arm and with his legs.
teaches balance in two ways...by keeping it and by losing it.
On the right- Two competitors work on their ground games. Notice the grip the
Judoka beneath keeps on his opponent's right arm and with his legs.
Our thanks to Neil Ohlenkamp and Judoinfo.com, whose excellent resource for
Judo contributed to the making of this website. Mr. Ohlenkamp is a Rokudan
(sixth degree black belt) and has a wealth of experience in Judo.
Judo contributed to the making of this website. Mr. Ohlenkamp is a Rokudan
(sixth degree black belt) and has a wealth of experience in Judo.
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