MODULE 6: FUNDAMENTALS OF JUDO

Bernardino G Garcera, LPT

TITLE: Judo (The Gentle or Yeilding Way)

History

Judo is derived from Jujutsu. It was created by Professor Jigoro Kano who was born in Japan on October
28, 1860 and passed away on May 4, 1938 after a lifetime of promoting judo. During his youth days, He
masters on different styles of jujutsu such us Kito-Ryu and Tenjin-Shino Ryu and begun developing his
own system based on modern sports principle.

In 1882 he founded the Kodokan Judo Institute in Tokyo Japan where he began teaching and which still
the International Authority for Judo.

He eliminated some of the traditional jujutsu techniques and change training methods so that all the
moves could be done with full force to create a decisive victory without injury. The popularity of Judo
increased dramatically after a famous contest hosted by Tokyo Police in 1886 where the Judo team
defeated the most well-known Jujutsu School of all time. It then became part of the Japanese Physical
Education System and begun its spread around the world.

Dr. Kan, President of the University of Education in Tokyo dedicated his life, studies of Ancient Martial
Arts of Jujutsu and integrated what he considered to be the best of their techniques into what is now
called The Modern Sport of Judo.

Judo as known to many people. It is Fun, Art, Discipline, Recreational and social activity, a fitness
program, a means of self-defense and combat and most of all the way of life and many more.

Judo was introduced into the Olympic Games in 1964 and practices by millions of people throughout the
world today.

People practice Judo to excel in competition, stay in shape, develop self-confidence, and many more.

The International governing body for Judo is the International Judo Federation (IJF) which is founded in
1951 and has numerous member organization around the world. The IJF is responsible for organizing
International Completions and Hosts the World Judo Championships and is involved in running the
Olympic Judo events. (JUDO IN BRIEF)

INTRODUCTION:

Fundamentals of Kodokan Judo is divided into three major categories and several elements. First is the
Throwing Technique or (Nage Waza). Second is the Grappling Techniques or (Katame Waza) and last is
the Vital-Striking Point Techniques or (Atemi Waza). Each category has its own distinctions and purpose.
It is taught through free practice (Randori), imposed Forms (Kata) and the (Mondo)) Exchanges based on
Values and Philosophy or any topics. (IJF)
Elements of Throwing and Grappling Techniques will be discussed on the future activities. Objectives of
this weeklong activities are the following: To introduce the different types of grab (Dori) and gripping
methods from Judo and other Styles; To demonstrate the different forms of finding the best Triple T’s
position and distance; and to perform basic pummeling exercises, drills and randori.

Why Grips and Grabs are Important?

Use of proper grip and grab are a vital skill in throwing and grappling techniques. It is very
orthodox that one must master the skills in order to control the opponent flows, movement, balance
and posture. Also, they both plays an utmost advantage in manipulating the joints and where you want
to bring the fight. As the general rule says that the thumb grip is use for pushing ang pinning opponent
small limbs like wrist and ankle while thumbless grip is use for pulling the opponent’s bigger limbs such
as arms, triceps, nape, and thighs.

DIFFERENT TYPES OF GRIPS:

1. THUMB GRIP (MOTORCYCLE GRIP OR C-CLAMP GRIP)

This is the most common and natural type of grip that everybody is using for grabbing
small objects or limbs.

2. THUMBLESS GRIP OR MONKEY GRIP

This is the most common and natural type of grip that everybody is using for grabbing
bigger objects or limbs.

3. GABLE GRIP or PALM-to-PALM GRIP

This is a strong hand-to-hand grip use to clinch, throws, locks or defending armbar lock
and many other grappling applications. It is also considered as the strongest grip where the
strength comes from the lats muscles. It is name after the wrestler and Olympian Dan Gable.
a. BUTTERFLY GRIP
It is a variation of Palm-to-Palm or Gable Grip which reach further the hand
across and grab the forearms. Commonly use for double underhooked and
other applications.
b. THREE FINGER GRIP or GENE LeBell GRIP or GOKOR grip
It is a variation of Palm-to-Palm or Gable Grip which thumb is stick between
middle and index finger. Use this grip to bring elbows closer together such as in
D’arce Choke and Japanese necktie. It is also name after the Godfather of
Grappling Gene LeBell and Judo MMA Practitioner and Instructor GoKor
Chivichyan.

4. S - GRIP
If hand-to-hand grip is not possible like gable grip for bigger opponent, hooking fingers-
to-fingers is the second strongest grip. It is use for body locks or bear hugs to defending.

5. SEATBELT GRIP
 It is not as strong as Gable or S Grip but it is the fastest grip to establish with minimal
strength required but more technical move. It is also called as Guillotine grip because it is the
commonly used grip to perform guillotine choke. It is also applicable for other application such
as back control, front headlock or anklelocks.

FUNDAMENTAL OF TRIPLE T’S TECHNIQUES:

SAFETY IN PRACTICE

In any kind of body contact activity, accident leading to injury is most likely to happen
especially if safety rules are not observed or not in placed. Everybody must adhere to the rules that says
“OUR SAFETY, YOUR SAFETY IS OUR PRIME CONCERN.” Let Us all OBSERVE SAFETY PRECAUTION AND NO
HORSE PLAYING ARE ALLOWED.

It is important to learn the flow of movements and gesture of techniques rather than
developing speed. Master the basics and your speed will follow. Perform the techniques slowly and
precise to avoid injury. When lifting, observe proper body mechanics, balance and posture.

Moves and strikes that extremely dangerous such as eye gouging wind pipe chokes
among others are strictly prohibited.

When to STOP, if the Leaders and ATL’s Shout “STOP ACTION” (sono mama) or using
whistle signal.

a. SINGLE WHISTLE BLOW -----START

b. LONG WHISTLE BLOW ---- STOP
c. THREE WHISTLE BLOW ----- FORM

And or if the player TAP TWICE OR shout “TAP”.

SAFETY GEARS and equipment must be worn and consider at all times.

ATTACKER AND RECEIVER (TORI AND UKE)

ATTACKER (TORI)

Tori is the person who demonstrate the action in the single technique. In kata, he is the person
who depends and demonstrate the technique or waza.

RECEIVER (UKE)

Uke is the person who is a passive partner that receives the demonstration in a single technique
or waza. In kata, He simulate the prearrange attacked but not resist and counter the tori’s responses.

TRIPLE T’s BASIC TECHNIQUES (NAGE WAZA)

CONNECTION AND INITIAL BALANCE BREAK

 Tori and uke are in square stance or AIYOTSU, both has 50-50 weight distribution on
both legs balance and standing posture up.Tori and uke perform the Hiki-Te or the Pulling Hand.
RIGHT HAND is the Right Grip and the Left hand is the reverse Grip.

Tori performs KUSZUSHI or the initial balance break by grabbing and basic pulling
techniques. The uke receives it passively.

Both perform TSUGI ASHI or walking technique where both bring their feet together
without stepping over’s feet.

ENTRY (TSUKURI)

Tori positioning entry into a technique. The act of turning in fitting into the throw

SIDE ENTRY, OPPONENT CENTER LINE ENTRY and BACK entry are drill using uchi komi or
repeated turning-in and throw to the point of kake.

EXECUTION OF TECHNIQUE (KAKE)- to be introduce in the future lessons.

BASIC PUMMELING DRILL

Tori and uke are both triceps grab, and underhook. Both controlling their base, balance and
posture in static and dynamic movement.

Week 11: Basic Triple T’s (Trip, Throw, Takedown), Grappling Techniques and Pummeling Drill Training
Plan

#fmabasicgrappling

#fmapummellingdrill

Date: November 7-20, 2021

ACTIVITIES

1. Health and skills related fitness components exercise and drill;

2. Grips and Grabs;

3. Techniques on Basic Triple T’s Movement (finding connection and closing the distance);

4. Pummeling drills; and

5. Three (3) minute Conditioned & Open Sparring (grappling)

Instructions:
 1. Perform thirty minutes (30mins) different types of exercises targeting lower and upper Muscular
Strength endurance, Flexibility and Balance; Mobility and cardiovascular endurance of fitness
parameters and add on core hardening exercises every training session.

2. Perform thirty minutes to one-hour (30min -to-1 hour) skills related exercises. (SEE DEMO
VIDEO)

3. Conduct Pummeling exercises, drills and Sparring

4. Accomplish your weekly Accomplishment Report Training Plan.

5. Activity Documentation must be posted on or before November 20, 2021

Rules:

1. Striking of any form in any area is not allowed;

2. Pushing and pulling are allowed.
3. Breaking opponent posture is allowed but do not attempt takedown.