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Information and advice for parents of children in Judo classes and clubs, by Lance Wicks.

The kids kata!

Posted on March 21, 2022 by LanceW

Judo’s centre is the Kodokan in Japan; and beyond Japan France is perhaps the biggest Judo nation. So when the

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Is it OK for my child to wear a mask when doing Judo?

Posted on February 21, 2022 by LanceW

Yes! For most children it is entirely fine to wear a mask at Judo both when practicing and when watching

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Parents guide to Judo – Neil Adams

Posted on May 14, 2018 by LanceW

The famous Judo athlete Neil Adams, who is often heard commentating at International Judo Federation events recently posted on his

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Judo Injuries

Posted on February 5, 2017February 5, 2017 by LanceW

Judo is a contact sport, we pick people up and throw them down on the ground. Although we teach people

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Falling safely is a life skill

Posted on January 23, 2017January 23, 2017 by LanceW

Recently the European Judo Union posted the video below on their youtube channel: This video is a terrific animation of

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Weight Loss, Weight cycling, weight management in children doing Judo

Posted on January 10, 2017 by LanceW

As a sport that uses weight categories, it is important that parents understand the risks to health that can potentially

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A new year, a time for your kids to try Judo?

Posted on January 1, 2017 by LanceW

As we start 2017, perhaps now is the time for your child to give Judo a try. Better yet, maybe

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The book project continues.

Posted on November 18, 2012 by LanceW

OK, so everything people say about writing a book is true. It takes ages and even as in my case

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And then came the book….

Posted on September 15, 2012 by LanceW

The popularity of this little website about Judo aimed at parents has always amazed me. It is a pleasure to

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Judo vs. Zombies a short video from the kids at Vale Judo Club.

Posted on May 12, 2011 by LanceW

Below is a short video from the children at Vale Judo Club here in the UK. I love this video!

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Book in progress….


Book in progress
Due to the success of this blog, I am translating the book into book format and adding and expanding the content to make it a full book.

I am going to try this using the "LeanPub" book publishing service and model. You will be able to see preview copies, and contribute your ideas and opinions. This will shape the book making it a great reference for all parents.

About Judo

Judo is a Martial Art, Olympic Sport and Commonwealth sport. Much like JuJitsu, Kung Fu, Karate, Aikido and other marial arts, Judo is an effective and powerful self defence. It does not however incorporate any kicks or punches. In Judo throws are used along with ground fighting techniques including arm locks, strangles, chokes and pinning techniques. Judo in Europe is strong, and has been so historically for a long time. Specifically, France and Germany, along with the former Soviet Block countries. European Judo has been instrumental in the progress and history of Judo. The formation of the European Judo Union (EJU) was the for runner to the International Judo Federation (IJF) and is a major force in modern Judo.
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