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 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.
Benefits
Judo is a fantastic way to:
1. Get fit and build strength
2. Increase flexibility and mobility
3. Learn discipline and respect
4. Learn a new skill
5. Build new friendships
6. Increase confidence and self-esteem
7. Learn in a supportive environment
Involvement
Throw Yourself Into Judo
Throw Yourself Into Judo is British Judo's national campaign aimed at getting more people to try the sport. As part of the campaign you can download a voucher here to get your first judo session for FREE!
Click here to find your nearest judo club.
Useful links
Adaptations and Equipment
All you need to try judo is baggy/loose old clothing (something you don't mind stretching) or basic gym kit – a t-shirt and jogging bottoms. Most judo clubs have a judo jacket they can loan to you for your first session, after which you may choose to purchase a basic judo kit called a judogi (available from JudoStore).
Facts
Objective
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.
Find Judo Clubs/Groups Near You
Use the search below to find local organisations near you.
National Governing Bodies
British Judo Association
- Contact Name
- General Information
- Contact Email
- bja@britishjudo.org.uk
- Contact Telephone
- 0121 728 6920
Birstal and Batley Tae Kwon Do TAGB
Birstall/Batley Tae kwon do is a member of the T.A.G.B
(Tae Kwon-Do Association of Great Britain).
Tae Kwon Do is suitable for all ages from 6 years and above
Want to get fit? Want to learn how to defend yourself
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Birstal and Batley Tae Kwon Do
Birstall/Batley Tae kwon do is a member of the T.A.G.B
(Tae Kwon-Do Association of Great Britain).
Tae Kwon Do is suitable for all ages from 6 years and above
Want to get fit? Want to learn how to defend yourself
come down now
Ichiban Dojo
Ichiban is a dedicated martial arts centre offering aikido, karate and judo classes for children and adults in Leeds.
Pudsey Judo Club
We are a very popular Judo Club, with a very good training facility. Head coach is a qualified level 3 coach, and is a BJA 5th Dan, Head Junior coach is qualified at level 2 and is 2nd Dan. Asst coaches are also level 2 and are both 1st Dan. Junior trai
Bradford University & College Judo Club
Bradford University & College Judo Club is in the centre of Bradford and is open to all members of the public 16 years. Everyone is welcome. Being within the Bradford college grounds we have extremely moden facilities; including the ability to put out a f
Bradford University Judo Club
Bradford University Judo Club is run by university students for the benefit of students and the wider public. Bradford University Judo Club is open to anyone with a Unique membership or British Judo Association membership
Destination@Britishjudo - Parsons Cross
Judo classes for children aged 5-15. Call or email us today to book a FREE trial session.
Courtside Hubs CIC
Courtside is a community interest company dedicated to increasing physical activity and promoting community through the transformation of local parks.
Accelerate Coaching
Doncaster's premier personal training & sports performance business where everyone can 'train like an athlete' when led by our team of professionals.
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield Hallam is the best modern university in the north of England, as ranked by the 2015 Times Good University Guide. With regard to sport, we regularly achieve top 20 in BUCS rankings, and offer a range of volunteering, coaching and participation op
SASP Sport Welfare Officers Forum
A online meeting for Sports Club Welfare & Safeguarding Officers based in Somerset.
You're invited to attend our club welfare forum for anyone involved in sport and physical activity in Somerset, but in particular those in your clubs who hold the role of 'club welfare officer' or 'safeguarding lead'.
If you're the Safeguarding or Welfare Officer at your Sports Club, please join Tracey Sweetland, Somerset Sport Welfare Officer at SASP to learn about local support and opportunities to assist you in your volunteer role.
SASP Sport Welfare Officers Forum
A online meeting for Sports Club Welfare & Safeguarding Officers based in Somerset.
You're invited to attend our club welfare forum for anyone involved in sport and physical activity in Somerset, but in particular those in your clubs who hold the role of 'club welfare officer' or 'safeguarding lead'.
If you're the Safeguarding or Welfare Officer at your Sports Club, please join Tracey Sweetland, Somerset Sport Welfare Officer at SASP to learn about local support and opportunities to assist you in your volunteer role.
SASP Sport Welfare Officers Forum
A online meeting for Sports Club Welfare & Safeguarding Officers based in Somerset.
You're invited to attend our club welfare forum for anyone involved in sport and physical activity in Somerset, but in particular those in your clubs who hold the role of 'club welfare officer' or 'safeguarding lead'.
If you're the Safeguarding or Welfare Officer at your Sports Club, please join Tracey Sweetland, Somerset Sport Welfare Officer at SASP to learn about local support and opportunities to assist you in your volunteer role.
http://www.britishjudo.org.uk
http://www.throwyourselintojudo.com
Dermot Heslop
Regional Delivery Officer
07976 216447
dermot.heslop@britishjudo.org.uk
Jeff Hynds
Club Development Officer
07854 241095
jeff.hynds@britishjudo.org.uk