It’s hard to know the perfect age to start your child in judo. The truth is it depends on your child and whether or not they are ready. That being said, there are better ages to start your child in judo that give them a better chance and becoming world-class. The best age to start…
Judo is a martial art that is often seen as reserved for the young and vibrant. This thought alone has stopped many people from making it to the gym, thinking they are too old for judo. If you’re having similar thoughts, it’s time to get an answer to the question that has been on your…
The art of Judo and Japanese Jiu-Jitsu (often referred to as JuJutsu) dates back many years in their origin, yet today, they remain and are more popular than ever. Most people acquainted with martial arts, particularly grappling, are familiar with the names of these disciplines. But are Judo and Japanese Jiu-Jitsu the same? Judo is not the same…
BJJ and Judo are both great martial arts. However, if you are interested in learning a martial art for MMA or self-defense then you might be wondering which art is better. BJJ and judo have many similarities as well as many differences. Seeing as how BJJ originally came from judo it is going to have…
If you are new to BJJ it can be quite difficult to understand all of the rules when competing. This is true whether you are new to martial arts or have a background in another grappling style such as judo. One of the areas of confusion is the rules on takedowns and throws. This begs…
For those who may be new to the world of martial arts, you may be wondering about the risks that come with participating in certain sports. While the most common injuries that occur in these kinds of sports aren’t too severe, it’s important to note the risks. But are sports like Judo dangerous? It’s important…
Judo and Aikido can be hard to differentiate for the untrained eye, given the close resemblance in their uniforms as well as some of the moves and techniques. However, despite their somewhat similar appearances, there are some major differences between judo and aikido. Judo and Aikido differ in terms of practice, competitiveness, history, and level…
Judo is definitely an effective martial art for MMA. Many of the greatest MMA athletes are black belts in judo. Of course, these judokas will have to cross-train in other arts and be able to adapt their judo for it to be truly effective and best utilized in MMA. There are a few fighters that have…
Washing your judo gi is a bit different than washing most other clothing. Since you want your judo gi to last, you want to make sure you wash your gi properly. We will go into the fine details later, but first, let’s just start with the basics of washing your judo gi. Always wash your…
Interested in learning judo but want to know how long it takes to get a black belt? Honestly, it takes a different amount of time for everyone. However, let’s look at the average amount of time it takes to become a judo black belt. On average, it takes 4-6 years to get a judo black…