An introduction to Judo
Judo is a fascinating Olympic sport. More than that, it is an art form. It is an ideal sport for all ages, males or females and attracts very many disability groups. Confidence and self-esteem are enhanced as a player progresses through the ranks and the very nature of the grading system ensures that the next goal is always realistic and achievable with effort. The grading system also ensures that regardless of their skill level all Judo players can actively compete with players of similar ability and hence they have a reasonable chance of emerging victorious.
Judo training is an ideal form of physical exercise and it serves as a great cardiovascular workout, which improves stamina, general health and overall fitness. Physical strength is also improved as a direct result of trying to control and dictate the movement of the opponent and as well as enhanced power; a Judo player will also improve their flexibility. For the same reasons the balance and posture of a player will also be enhanced. Physical co-ordination can be seen to develop dramatically from participation in Judo and reflexes are also improved together with mental reaction time.
How can I join a Judo Club?
It is most important to start correctly with a qualified Judo Coach. The British Judo Association is the official Governing Body for Judo in the United Kingdom. Clubs registered with the British Judo Association provide qualified coaches and you can obtain an up-to-date list of such clubs in your area from the Association Head Office or below is a list of affiliated clubs.
Local Judo Club contacts
University of Sheffield Judo Club
Location: University of Sheffield
Training Times: Tuesday and Thursday, 8pm - 10pm
Contact name: Archie Shrimpton
Telephone: 07834 809962
Email: Judo@shef.ac.uk
Click here for the University of Sheffield Judo Club website
Sheffield Judo Club
Accreditation: Clubmark - Bronze
Location: Sheffield
Training Times:
Men and Women - Wednesdays, 8.15pm - 10pm
Boys and Girls - Wednesdays, 6.30pm - 8pm
Contact name: Andrew Theaker
Telephone: 07738 001763
Email: oliverdubblegg@aol.com
Hillsborough Judo Club
Accreditation: Clubmark - Bronze
Location: Sheffield
Training Times: Boys and Girls - Wednesdays and Fridays, 6pm
Contact name: Eric Theaker
Telephone: 0114 2728962
EIS Judo Club Sheffield
Accreditation: Clubmark - Bronze
Location: English Institute of Sport, Sheffield
Training Times: Monday 6.30pm - 9.30pm
Contact name: Elaine Parkinson
Telephone: 0114 2695675
Rotherham Tigers Judo Club
Location: Herringthorpe, Rotherham
Training Times:
Men and Women - Saturdays 3pm - 4.15pm
Boys and Girls - Saturdays 1.30pm - 3pm
Contact name: James Perrin
Telephone: 01709 532554
Email: james.perrin1@btinternet.com
Further information
For further information about Judo please visit The British Judo Association’s website, or Judo’s Club Development Officer for the region;
Graham Bayley
Club Development Officer (Northern, North West, Yorkshire & Humberside)
Tel: 01925 453601
Mobile: 07974 355007
Email: grahambayley@britishjudo.org.uk
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