WELCOME TO MERCIA JUDO CLUB
Judo was founded in 1882 by D. Jigoro Kano and means the “gentle way.” It teaches people of all ages the importance of flexibility when applying technique. In judo, when performing a throw or other skill, emphasis is placed on flexibility and efficiently using your leverage and balance for every movement. To be successful in judo, it’s much more important to learn technique, timing, and skill, instead of simply using brute strength to win.
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Judo has so many health benefits, both mental and physical, especially in children. According to Frederic H. Thanes, a judo instructor at Last Minute Writing and Writinity, “not only does judo focus on building physical fitness, but it also improves children’s focus, develops positive attitudes about sports in general, and increases self-esteem, self-discipline, self-respect, and courtesy toward others.” At Mercia Judo, our range of experienced coaches embed the fundamental principles in providing structured, progressive sessions to suit each individual.
