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Judo is more than a sport – it's a philosophy, and for many of us, a way of life.
Practicing Judo has a bigger objective which is to complete personality while training mind and body. Judo literally means 'the way of gentleness' and Its defining technical principle is to use the strength of an opponent against them.
A key principle of judo is 'maximum efficiency with minimum effort' (good use of energy and mutual welfare and benefit).
Judo teaches that the principle of 'maximum efficiency with minimum effort', can be used both to score and in life in general, to achieve any goal. Other principles are foundations of the sport, such as respect, courage, courtesy, and modesty
Yes, Judo is safe when it is properly taught and supervised. It does NOT involve striking, kicking, or the use of weapons.
Your child will NOT be learning “how to fight,” instead they will learn how to safely play within a sports environment.
In fact, International studies have found Judo to be one of the safest sports for children under 13 years old.
Are you a parent looking to enroll your child in a martial arts class? Find out why Judo is a great martial art and sport for your child to learn:
The benefits of learning Judo:
· Self Confidence
· Self Defense
· Discipline
· Focus
· Commitment
· Physical Fitness
· Respect for others
· Protection against bullying
We are confident our programs will benefit your children physically, mentally, and emotionally. We approach Judo in a safe, systematic way, ensuring that our instruction fits your child’s abilities and confidence level.
Judo works all the primary muscles, with special emphasis on the “core muscles”: the muscles in the belly, the mid and lower back, and partly those of the neck, shoulders, and hips. It increases your flexibility, coordination, agility, balance, cardio, strength, reflexes, and power.
Judo is good for fitness because almost all major muscle groups are engaged during practice. It employs all the key facets of physical fitness, which include muscular strength and endurance, cardiovascular training, flexibility, and body fat composition.
Children begin classes at 5 years old at Essiens Judo Academy. If you have questions about your child's readiness, ask the Sensei for further information.
First, you will learn to fall safely (an invaluable lesson in itself). Judokas also spend time developing fitness including cardiovascular and strength. Classes are also spent learning basic throws and grappling techniques. In Judo, many of the same moves are practiced frequently.
Judo is a sport that can not be practiced and perfected without a partner. For this reason, the values of our sport are expected to become part of the participant’s behavior both on and off the mat. The values are:
- playing by the rules;
- co-operating with others;
- respecting self and others;
- self-discipline and humility;
- self-confidence and commitment;
- perseverance and determination;
- concentrating and controlling emotion
Registration is ongoing throughout the year. Please see the 'Classes and Fees' section for more information.
Other Questions
General & regular questions
Sportsmanship, politeness, good manners, common decency are all part of Judo. All students of Judo are expected to train themselves in Judo Etiquette and make it part of their Judo. In doing so a student will eventually understand the principle and spirit of Judo.
The following should be observed:
1. Respect your Sensei (Teacher)
2. Respect higher grades
3. Be quiet in the Dojo (Judo Hall)- before, during and after your lesson.
4. Do not indulge in “horseplay” in the Dojo- especially running about and being noisy while another class is on the mat.
5. Keep your body clean
6. Keep your finger and toe-nails short
7. Frequently wash your Judogi (Judo Suit)
8. Be considerate to lower grades
9. Never use Judo techniques outside of the Dojo
10. Be courteous to your opponent at all times
11. On entering a Dojo one should always bow (Rei means bow)
12. When stepping onto or off a Tatami, one should bow (Tatami means Mat)
13. Before and after a practice one should bow to their partner
At Essiens Judo Academy, we believe that observing proper Judo etiquette and discipline allows for the best and safest teaching environment for learning Judo. The lessons are planned to be both fun and safe. To enhance the safety aspect, we have 11 ‘ground rules’ which are there to make judo a more enjoyable experience.
Breaking these rules may mean you will have to miss part of the class, repeated breaking of the rules will lead to permanent expulsion from the class.
1. Observe proper Judo etiquette.
2. Never walk on the mats in shoes, never walk about off the mat in bare feet.
3. No food or drink is allowed on the mats.
4. Pay attention to the coach- a lot of what is taught is for your own safety.
5. Be properly dressed- Wear your GI (Judo jacket) and Obi (belt) all the time when doing judo.
6. No fooling about: before, during or after your lesson.
7. No swearing or name calling.
8. No hitting, shoving, tripping etc. Bullies will NOT be tolerated.
9. Ask permission to leave the mat (Sensei needs to know where you are).
10. Look after your possessions and don't leave shoes, coats and water bottles lying about for people to trip over.
11. Our Judo classes begins with a compulsory Dojo cleaning. You must be present at least 20 minutes before the class to participate.
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