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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: Damian Ross | 2010-04-02 | Martial Arts In last month's article, I discussed the less serious infringements (Shido). This article will address the more serious infringements known as Hansoku-make (grave infringements group). A grave infringement receives a penalty of direct Hansoku-make... read more
By: Tony Hackerott | 2010-04-28 | Martial Arts This technique is arguably the most difficult of all the foot sweeps and requires excellent timing as well as the confidence to make the deep entry and the big step necessary to throw the opponent. It requires considerable balance and a flexible back and is almost impossible to force. Realistically, if it is to work at all, the opponent must be moving and the timing must be perfect. 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: William Gabriel | 2010-12-03 | Hobbies Stretching is a crucial part of any exercise as it helps prepare the body for a full heavy workout. It is not any different in self defense training. It is vital that you stretch your muscles in order to increase their elasticity and prevent injuries and muscular pain afterwards. Take note however that martial arts is an intense workout that ordinary stretching might not do the trick. read more