The following is a list of the most common questions that people new to Judo ask:
| What Is Judo? | What Do I Need? |
| Will I Get Hurt? | Where Can I Find Out More? |
| What Are The Different Coloured Belts? | |
| How Do I Get Started? |
Click On Each Question Above To Find The Answers!
| What Is Judo? | TOP |
Judo is an Olympic and Commonwealth sport that originated from a Japanese martial art. Judo uses throws and holds to defeat your opposition. In a tournament, the winner is the first to score "Ippon" or ten points. However, you do not need to enter in competitions to advance in Judo.
Judo is an excellent competitive sport, but is also ideal for those who would just like the fitness benefits and have a bit of fun. The club fees are also much cheaper than a gym, and you get many personal trainers without the added expense!!
| Will I Get Hurt? | TOP |
The first thing we teach you is HOW to fall properly so that you don't hurt yourself. This skill is called "breakfalls", and becomes instinct quickly.
| What Are The Different Coloured Belts? | TOP |
Levels of achievement in Judo are shown by the different coloured belts. You progress through the belts by means of an examination called a "grading". A grading examination tests a players knowledge and ability to meet National and International standards.
A beginner starts with a white belt. The belts then progress to yellow, orange, green, blue, brown and then black. Black belts also progress in levels known as "Dan". The first black belt is a 1st Dan, then 2nd Dan etc.
| How Do I Get Started? | TOP |
From our
Training Times page, decide which day you would like to start.
See the Contact Us page for a map of where our "Dojo"
(place of training) is.
We are on the first floor of the Methodist Church. If you have more questions,
please feel free to telephone Brian Cloynes or Daryll Hananeia and they will be
only too happy to help.
| What Do I Need? | TOP |
When you first come along, you will not need to wear a "Gi" (pronounced g-eee) which is the traditional white training suit. Ideally a pair of tracksuit pants and a strong top - like a rugby jersey is ideal. Females should tie their hair up.
| Where Can I Find Out More? | TOP |
See the Contact Us page for a map of where our "Dojo" (place of training) is and perhaps come along to observe one of our training sessions.
Alternately, if you have more questions, please feel free to telephone Brian Cloynes or Daryll Hananeia and they will be only too happy to help.
Useful links:
The Original Judo Information Site - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!