Judo International Perth is the leading sports club for judo in Perth, Australia. With a strong and thriving judo community in Western Australia, Judo International provides a welcoming and inclusive environment for all ages and skill levels.
Judo International is proud to be a part of the global judo community, which boasts over 40 million players worldwide. Judo is governed internationally by the International Judo Federation (IJF) and in Australia by Judo Australia, who work in partnership with the Australian Institute of Sport to develop athletes, coaches, and officials.
For those seeking physical exercise, judo offers an excellent opportunity to improve fitness and strength. Regular practise of judo leads to all-round physical conditioning, ensuring athletes are fit and strong. Judo also promotes mental focus, discipline, and self-control, instilling important life skills in its practitioners.
One of the unique aspects of judo is its strong moral code, which emphasises values such as courtesy, courage, friendship, honesty, honour, modesty, respect, and self-control. By adhering to these principles, judo fosters a positive and respectful environment for all participants.
Judo is a sport that is accessible to all ages. Children can start learning and enjoying judo from as young as 4 years old, and there is no upper age limit for participation. Many judo practitioners continue into their 50s, 60s, and beyond, enjoying the physical and mental benefits of the sport.
Judo is an empowering sport for girls and women, providing a means for them to develop their skills and thrive irrespective of their gender or physical strength. Judo offers regulated and compliant competitions, with a year-round calendar of international events governed by standardised rules and regulations.
As an Olympic sport, judo provides young athletes with the opportunity to strive for representing their country at the highest level of competition. Judo also offers a variety of pathways and options, including competition, kata (forms), coaching, refereeing, officiating, and volunteering. There are also various levels of competition, from local to international, catering to different age groups.
Judo International Perth welcomes anyone who is interested in judo, whether they are beginners looking to try the sport for the first time or experienced practitioners seeking to further develop their skills. Book a free trial class to experience the joys of judo and join the vibrant judo community in Perth.
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