Quick Guide to Judo

12. Jan 2018

You always wanted to know how judo works, its rules and its principles? The International Judo Federation has just released the latest version of its 'Quick Guide to Judo' presented by former World Champion and two-time Olympic silver medalist Neil Adams, also nicknamed 'The Voice of Judo'.

In 3'40, Neil Adams explains the rules that will allow you to follow any judo tournament. You wanted to know everything about the competition system, or about scores and penalties? You wanted to know how the two competitors can score and win their match? You wondered what was the DNA of our sport? Nothing is easier. Take a short break and watch the film which, through action images and concret examples, reveals the secrets of competitive judo.

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