Welcome to judo pages of Kaigan
Recent news! Autumns elementary courses are beginning.
When Jigohiro Kano started to modify ju-jitsu at late 19th century he pursued a sport where opponent wouldn't be reduntantly harmed. Kano shaped and took techniques from age old samurai arts and slowly judo was formed as an combat sport which is also safe. Judo received an olympic sport status 1964. In Kaigan judo is the most competion oriented art practised.
Competions are however only one part of judo. Judo is an excellent sport for all ages. A bit older might find judo as an good way to practice body comprehensively, younger might enjoy more about games and wrestling side - some might even find kata enjoyable ;)
To make long story short - come to find out if you like some of the various aspects of judo.
