Judo is a martial art that was born in Japan, and it is now known around the world as an Olympic sport. Judo was created in 1882 by judo founder Jigoro Kano combining jujutsu, a form of close combat, with elements of mental discipline. Judo is a tremendous and dynamic combat sport that demands both physical prowess and great mental discipline. From a standing position, it involves techniques that allow you to lift and throw your opponents onto their backs. On the ground, it includes techniques that allow you to pin your opponent’s down to the ground, control them, and apply various chokeholds or joint locks until submission.

The practice of judo promotes teamwork, leadership and self confidence; it can also help prevent issues such as bullying, harassment, aggression and discrimination. Judo develops discipline, manners, punctuality, strength, stamina, perseverance, tenacity, and toughness. Judo builds healthy and strong muscles and improves cardio.

The Judo Moral Code

The Judo Moral Code is a set of ethics created by the sport’s founder Jigoro Kano. He believed they were vital in the development of judo players and individuals both on and off the mat.

The code itself is made up of 8 parts:

Courtesy   |   Courage   |   Friendship   |   Honesty   |   Honor   |   Modesty   |   Respect   |   Self-Control

-USA Judo