By: Tony Hackerott | 2010-04-02 | Martial Arts The basic, definitive concept in judo is that of ippon, or a decisive victory over an opponent. This notion is inherited from the martial arts origin of the sport where the conflict was a matter of life or death for those involved. read more
By: Desmond McKay | 2010-03-30 | Martial Arts To understand true judo, we must go back to the origin and the ancient practice of the art in its earliest form. In Japan martial arts were the sole property of the samurai class during the feudal period. It was Dr. Jigoro Kano who combined the principles of the martial arts with techniques that he himself had developed and with a mental science program, thereby producing a newer art form called judo. Judo offers much to anyone wishing to study it. read more
By: Sharon Wallace | 2011-03-30 | Business When we are talking regarding Judo techniques, they are taken from the actions of Jujitsu. Jujitsu goes back thousands of years and was practiced by the Sumo wrestler. Nobody very is aware of how far ... read more
By: Nicole Roberts | 2011-06-21 | Martial Arts Because Judo is a martial arts form that is centered in grappling and throwing techniques, Judo uniforms are made to withstand this action. If you're just starting out in Judo, you will find that as with any other sport, it's important to have the right gear, and that includes uniforms. read more
By: Desmond McKay | 2010-03-29 | Martial Arts You will need to master certain judo throws to become proficient. Some of these throws outlined in this article are tai-otoshi (body drop), tsurikomi-goshi (lifting hip throw) and harai- goshi(sweeping loin throw). read more
By: Tony Hackerott | 2010-04-28 | Martial Arts The te-waza or hand techniques comprise some of the major contest techniques such as seoi-nage, tai-otoshi,and various leg grabs, as well as some of the most difficult of all judo throws such as sumi-otoshi and uki-otoshi. The inclusion of eminently practical techniques alongside others considered by many practicing judoka with years of experience to be extremely difficult is no accident. read more
By: Dillon Corve | 2012-03-09 | College Judo scholarship is available for those students who excel in this art. Though schools, colleges and universities offer this type of scholarship program very rarely, you can search for the funding through private sources and non profit organizations. read more
By: Steve Giles | 2010-10-07 | Article Marketing If you know anything about the various types of martial arts, you may not be sure that judo is an art that would be especially helpful in a street fight. read more
By: Desmond McKay | 2010-03-29 | Martial Arts Creating centripetal pressure and invigorating the waist and abdominal region is one of the best judo tips to learn. Read how to do this in this informative article. Later in the article you will read about five short experiments and exercises you can try to create strong abdominal force. Take advantage of these judo tips, practise these exercises and your judo will improve. read more
By: Spioros Arena | 2010-03-31 | Martial Arts The judo throw is a most important aspect of technique. Three of the crucial throws, hiza-guruma (knee wheel) and harai-tsurikomi-ashi (lifting foot sweep) and de-ashi-harai (advanced foot sweep) are outlined in this article. A detailed description of each of the throws is given followed by some key points which you will find most useful. Practise these throws carefully. read more
By: Desmond McKay | 2010-03-30 | Martial Arts The judo basics involve the maximum efficient use of mental and physical energy. This is no more evident than in the special facet of judo called ukemi - the art of falling. The key point of ukemi is to make your upper and lower extremities strike the mat simultaneously just before your trunk makes contact. You can then utilize your shoulder, thigh, and knee joints as shock-absorbing. If you succeed in doing so, you can break your fall by dissipating the impulsive force. Practise the drills outlined in this article and you will have mastered the art of falling. read more