Competition is a big part of many combat sports. While it is totally possible to enjoy martial arts such as Judo and Jiu-Jitsu without competing, becoming the best without competing simply isn’t an option. That said becoming a competent competitor take a...

Sweepin’ Ain’t Easy… Foot Sweeps in Judo can catch everyone by surprise, even the spectators! To the untrained eye it may seem as though they seem to come out of nowhere when done at an elite level. Anyone who has successfully utilized Ashi...

  Win or Lose, there is plenty to learn The lead up to a competition has a lot to do with your results. How you practice is how you perform. Knowing what works for you comes with time and patience. However not ALL...

  Throwing and Tripping Is Tough Business Executing successful techniques is difficult, getting reversed right when you thought you did everything right is defeating. Sometimes in the case of Kouchi Makkikomi with the wrong approach you can be reversed mid trip to your...

The Drop Seoi Nage is one of the most fun throws to learn, and execute. Being able to turn and drop on a dime, while having your opponent fly effortlessly over top of you is a feeling few will truly feel. Thankfully for...

Don’t Worry... We aren’t going to get real long winded and tell you that today is the day to get your life in order. If anything it’s time to get your Judo tactics in order! What we will be discussing is how setting...