Judo is many things to different people. It is a fun sport, an art, a discipline, a recreational or social activity, a fitness program, a means of self-defense or combat, and a way of life.
Judo comes to us from Japan. Founded in 1882 by Dr. Jigoro Kano, Judo is a refinement of the ancient martial art of Jujutsu. Dr. Kano, President of the University of Education, Tokyo, studied these ancient forms and integrated what he considered to be the best of their techniques into what is now the modern sport of Judo. Judo was introduced into the Olympic Games in 1964 and is practiced by millions of people throughout the world today. People practice Judo to excel in competition, to stay in shape, to develop self-confidence, and for many other reasons. But most of all, people do Judo just for the fun of it. As in all sports, Judo has a strict set of rules that governs competition and ensures safety. For those who want to test their skills, Judo offers the opportunity for competition at all skill levels, from club to national tournaments, to the Olympic Games. There are separate weight divisions for men and women, and boys and girls. Judo is unique in that all age groups, both sexes, and most disabled persons can participate together in learning and practicing the sport. Judo is an inexpensive, year-round activity, that appeals to people from all walks of life. Many people over sixty years of age enjoy the sport, as well as very young boys and girls. Judo is for everyone!Swords Judo Club.
Swords Judo Club has been running of over 20 years in the Swords Area.We now have our own permanent dojo with a sprung floor ( address ).
At Swords Judo we cater for all levels, we are pleased to be able to offer Judo lessons for children 6+ ages at the club now. Judo is an amazing activity for your son or daughter to participate in. Judo develops confidence, fitness, social skills, self-discipline and respect for others, Judo is also a fun and international Commonwealth and Olympic sport. Swords Judo club delivers a broad mix of Judo activities. Most of our members participate in National and International tournaments and won a lot of medals. But we are not just about competitions. We believe that Judo is truely "more than sport" and that every child involved with our club should be helped to find an rea of Judo that appeals to them and develops them as a person. We aim to develop your child physically and mentally.
Classes Times
| Monday 7pm-8:30pm Minors Tuesday 7pm-8:30pm Cadets/Pre-Cadets/Juniors Wednesday 7pm-8:30pm ETP Class with Keith Gough, 6th Dan. Thursday 7pm-8:30pm Minors Saturday 10.30am - 12am Minors |
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New members are WELCOME!
Members of other Judo clubs are WELCOME!
Getting started in Swords Judo Club is easy, just contact us or simply come down and watch or join in on a training session. The first lesson is free. Just get your child dressed in tracksuit trousers and a t-shirt.( We have a collection of second-hand Judo jackets we can lend your child for their first session so that your child has a judo jacket just like the other children.) We will also find them a child of similar age, size to be their "buddy" for the night. This will make "fitting in" easier we find. Once your child has attended a few sessions and you are comfortable that they like Judo and it is a good fit for your family, you can join the club. This consists of:- -Joining the Irish Judo Association.
- -Buying a Judo suit ( You can buy online or via the club).
News
24.09.2016 - Golden Belt Series. 09.10.2016 - Leinster Open. 16.10.2016 - Celtic Team Championship. 03.12.2016 - All Ireland's.
