Judo can be studied as an art,  method of self defense, an Effective way to keep in shape, competitive sport or as a way of life. 

Techniques of throwing, grappling, arm-locks strangle-holds allows students to train with 100%  effort yet without fear of serious injury.   

Judo is literally translated as “the gentle way.” This means by Using the principles of 'maximum efficiency' and “minimum Effort" one can succeed in all endeavors. 

On the mat one sometimes hears the phrase “using the Opponents weight against himself this illustrates the above principles. However, in order to use these techniques. 

Diligent study requiring long hours of mental and physical preparation are needed once one succeeds in his goals on the mat. These same principles can be applied to daily life. 

At that time the other principles of Judo. 'Mutual welfare and benefit' can be accomplished. The Jodoiest becomes a better person and so everyone benefits.     

Since judo's beginning as a mental and physical discipline, it has continuously developed into competitive sport while keeping to its original precepts. 

Judo became an olympic sport 1964. Judo is one of the most popular sports in the world today is continuing to grow.