What is Judo?

The Sport of Judo

Judo is one of the world’s most widely practiced Olympic and Paralympics sports and showcases breath-taking throws with sublime ground techniques, as competitors demonstrate why they’re among the best conditioned fighters in the world.

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The History of Judo

Judo is a martial art derived from jujitsu. It was created in Japan by Jigoro Kano, who opened his first school in 1882. In judo, Kano combined philosophical principles with physical, intellectual and moral rigour, while eliminating many of the more dangerous aspects of jujitsu. Judo developed in Europe in the late 20th century, becoming the first martial art widely practised outside Japan.