3. DEFINITION OF JUDO
A sport of unarmed combat derived from ju-jitsu
and intended to train the body and mind. It involves
using holds and leverage to unbalance the opponent
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5. IMPORTANCE OF JUDO
Judo is an Olympic sport since 1964 and the IOC
considered Judo as the most complete sport,
improving the quality of life of those who
practice it
7. In the case of minors, asthmatics and visual
impairment is recognized that judo is recommended
for these children because it improves their self-
esteem and reduces the feeling of suffering a chronic
illness. Also other sports acknowledge the importance
of ‘ ukemi ' learn how to break your fall. This type of
learning from infancy allows future application in
other sports like Rugby, cycling, football, riding or
motorcycling, among others. The basics of judo can
prevent a lot of injuries.
8. SKILLS OF JUDO
Ready Position : The combatant tries to grab his
opponent quickly and throws him of balance.
Gripping: The judoka who successfully grabs his
opponent (kumi kata) has the advantage.
Positioning : The seized combatant tries to escape
from the kumi kata, while his attacker prepares the
next throw.
Throwing: After throwing his opponent off the
balance, thereby depriving him of his powers of self-
defense.
9. Pinning : The attacker increases the pressure on his
opponent's body as quickly as possible, especially on
the shoulders.
Choking : Using his hands and opponent's jacket, the
attacker cuts off breathing by compressing his trachea,
in order to reduce the flow of blood.
Arm Lock : The attacker holds to his opponent's
arm while pulling it as straight as possible.