What is judo all about? pt2

WHY DO I NEED A LICENCE? Although the accident rate is far lower than in some other sports it has to be said that Judo is a tough combat sport. It is therefore wise to have a licence, which gives insurance cover. Gradings and competitions take place all over the country and throughout the year under BJA rules and at which anyone taking part must have a licence. A Calendar of Events containing details of competitions and gradings can be obtained from BJA head office. A detailed Calendar of Events and more details on BJA insurance cover can be found on the BJA Calendar of Events.

DOES JUDO GET YOU FIT? Judo is an ideal form of physical education. The beginner concentrates on getting the technique right, and during this process inevitably improves general fitness. The bonus is stamina improvement, which equips on better for the rigors of day-to-day life. When asked about the extraordinary fitness he displayed on winning the British and European "Superstars" titles Brian Jacks attributed it all to his former Judo training.

DO WOMEN DO JUDO? They most certainly do. At the present time we have Kate Howey the Sydney Olympic Silver medallist, (Kate also won an Olympic Bronze in Barcelona) and Karina Bryant Senior European Champion, Double Junior World & Junior European Champion, Georgina Singleton Senior former European & current Commonwealth Champion, to name just a few.

DO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITES DO JUDO? The British Judo Association Inclusion Commission has adopted the motto Judo for All and they work tirelessly to ensure that the Sport is open and accessible to players with a wide variety of disabilities. Because of the close contact involved in Judo it is the ideal Sport for blind or visually impaired players. Simon Jackson MBE is the Association’s most decorated Athlete with Three Paralympic Gold medals, Three World titles and Seven European Championship wins under his belt.