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About Us
What is judoJudo is an Olympic sport that can be played by judoka of any age, weight, gender, or strength. Judo (柔道) is literally translated as the “gentle way,” but is best understood through its fundamental tenet of “maximum efficiency, minimum effort.” Judo was founded by Dr. Jigoro Kano in 1882, who developed it from jiu-jitsu, the traditional Japanese art of hand-to-hand combat. Unlike most martial arts, judo does not involve striking (punching or kicking). Instead it focuses on throwing, chocking, holding and locking techniques. Because it is a sport, it follows a set body of rules intended to keep competitors safe, making it a suitable activity for almost anyone.
Practice TimesWe practice at both the Fitwell Studio and Fencing Room of William and Mary Hall. To join the club, visit us during any of our scheduled classes, or contact the instructors. The regular schedule is as follows.
On Monday and Wednesday, we share mat space with the Jiu-Jitsu Club. On Sunday's members are welcome to join us at 2 pm for an hour of shared time with the Jiu-Jitsu Club.
What you will need
-You will need a judo uniform for practice, which can be purchased through the club at whole-sale price. For beginners we recommend the HSU singleweave bleached white cotton uniforms - the full set, jacket, pants and belt.These are good quality uniforms and should last years if treated properly. Here is a listing of uniform prices.
-You will need to fill out a waiver.
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