A Modern Martial Art

<h1>A Modern Martial Art - Judo</h1>Author: <a title="sunshine01" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/sunshine01/89517.htm">sunshine01</a> For the average person on the street, the thought of judo can conjure up images of eastern mysticism and strange-sounding foreign words. Certainly judo, which means "the gentle way", has its roots in the Far East, owing its origins to the ancient Japanese art of hand-to-hand combat called ju-jutsu. But the popular sport as we know it today is comparatively modern, invented just over 120 years ago by keen academic Dr Jigoro Kano. Judo's spread overseas, however, owed as much to its entertainment value than educational benefits in the first few years. In 1899, a team of martial arts experts came to England in an attempt to establish a school in London. The initial project failed, but some members of the team remained behind and found success on stage, wowing audiences across the country with dazzling displays of skill. The most famous of these was Yukio Tani, who offered challengers or every minute they could stay on their feet after the five-minute mark and if they beat him, he retired undefeated. In 1920, Tani went on to become an instructor at Great Britain's first martial arts club, the Budokwai in London. By this time, the final touches to Kano's judo teachings had long since been added and Japanese experts had emigrated all across the world to promote the sport. Unsurprisingly, judo continued to grow in popularity until the Second World War, when the global situation prompted a sudden decline in interest. When the Japanese surrendered in 1945, martial arts were banned in schools and public institutions in Japan. These restrictions were relaxed in 1951, at the same time that the European Judo Federation was established, three years after the creation of the British Judo Federation. Judo made its first appearance in the Olympics at the Tokyo Games in 1964. But it had to wait another 26 years before it made its Commonwealth Games debut in Auckland, New Zealand - its only appearance at the Games until now.About the Author: Click to find more about <a href="http://www.ebookslife.com/martial/mixed-martial-arts.htm">Mixed Martial Arts Training Guide</a>

Click to find more about <a href="http://www.ebookslife.com/martial/">Self Martial Arts Training</a>
Article Source: <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/">ArticlesBase.com</a> - <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/art-articles/a-modern-martial-art-judo-611486.html" title="A Modern Martial Art - Judo">A Modern Martial Art - Judo</a>

For the average person on the street, the thought of judo can conjure up images of eastern mysticism and strange-sounding foreign words. Certainly judo, which means "the gentle way", has its roots in the Far East, owing its origins to the ancient Japanese art of hand-to-hand combat called ju-jutsu. But the popular sport as we know it today is comparatively modern, invented just over 120 years ago by keen academic Dr Jigoro Kano.

Judo's spread overseas, however, owed as much to its entertainment value than educational benefits in the first few years. In 1899, a team of martial arts experts came to England in an attempt to establish a school in London.

The initial project failed, but some members of the team remained behind and found success on stage, wowing audiences across the country with dazzling displays of skill.

The most famous of these was Yukio Tani, who offered challengers or every minute they could stay on their feet after the five-minute mark and if they beat him, he retired undefeated.

In 1920, Tani went on to become an instructor at Great Britain's first martial arts club, the Budokwai in London. By this time, the final touches to Kano's judo teachings had long since been added and Japanese experts had emigrated all across the world to promote the sport.

Unsurprisingly, judo continued to grow in popularity until the Second World War, when the global situation prompted a sudden decline in interest.

When the Japanese surrendered in 1945, martial arts were banned in schools and public institutions in Japan. These restrictions were relaxed in 1951, at the same time that the European Judo Federation was established, three years after the creation of the British Judo Federation.

Judo made its first appearance in the Olympics at the Tokyo Games in 1964. But it had to wait another 26 years before it made its Commonwealth Games debut in Auckland, New Zealand - its only appearance at the Games until now.

Click to find more about Mixed Martial Arts Training Guide
Click to find more about Self Martial Arts Training

Rate this Article:

0 / 5 stars - 0 vote(s)

Re-Publish

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/art-articles/a-modern-martial-art-judo-611486.html

Article Tags: Judo

Related Articles
Related Q&A

Latest Art Articles
More from sunshine01

Guardian Angel Tattoos – Choosing Artwork That Really Means Something

By: Adam Woodham | 01/12/2009
You do not want to screw around with bland Guardian Angel tattoos. In the long term, more than 99% of males and females who put a generic tattoo somewhere on their skin end up fully regretting it. I'm not saying that statement to make you rethink your plan of putting any Guardian Angel tattoos on yourself, though, because there are batches of fully original, detailed designs out there and I know how everyone can quickly find them.

iTankster Game Developer Inserts Advertisement into Paid Version of iPhone Game Due to Rampant Piracy

By: Alberto Stellpflug | 01/12/2009
(1888PressRelease) iPhone Game Developer Combats Piracy by Inserting Advertisement in Paid Version of Game.

Temporary tattoos help you shine at Christmas party

By: Getbetterlife | 01/12/2009
Christmas is just around the corner, and party planning is high atop the to-do list for almost all people. Temporary tattoos can help you shine at your Christmas party.

Arts Questions & Answers

By: isfaq | 01/12/2009
About Plastic Canvas Can You Please Help Me? I am looking for a free pattern for plastic canvas the pattern i would approaching to find is a fireplace Making patterns on plastic canvas is not an easy situation. It requires a lot of practice and time. Here is a link from where you can download...

The Best Ringtones On The Net

By: Gen Wright | 01/12/2009
You are making a statement about yourself when you download a ring tone to your mobile phone. There are all kinds of ring tones on the Internet that are available for download.

Training Your Singing

By: Gen Wright | 01/12/2009
So friends and neighbors tell you that you sing off-pitch. Don't throw in the towel just yet. Most pitch problems (singing notes too high or low) can be fixed with a little work and attention to the problem.

Vocal Nodules Are Nasty Little Critters. How Do You Get Rid Of Them?

By: Gen Wright | 01/12/2009
Nodules are way too often diagnosed as being much more serious than they actually are. Many doctors advise surgery when in most cases it isn't necessary. Let's examine the real facts with a nationally acclaimed singing teacher-vocal coach.

Ticket America Has Your Jay-z Tickets

By: Gen Wright | 01/12/2009
His is a household name in the United States and around the world and even those who aren't fans can sing some of the lyrics to his popular songs because they ring through with words of truth about growing up with hard knocks and having 99 problems.

The Ideas Of Design Home

By: sunshine01 | 17/03/2009 | Interior Design
When You Decorate Your Room, You Should Learn Something About the Design Such as How to Create Unity in Your Designs, Different Design Styles and Themes, What the Current Design Trends are And, if You Need To, How to Hire a Professional Designer. Designer Opinions and Ideas About Decorating Go a Long Way for Those of Us Who Lack Style Sense. Let Us to Learn What They Say Below.

Do Furnishings

By: sunshine01 | 17/03/2009 | Interior Design
Home Furnishings are Key Items in our Home,so We Should Learn How to Keep Their Just-bought Appeal Through Routine Care and Maintenance. There are Some Suggestions Which Can Tell Us How to Repair Broken Furniture, Refinish Old Furniture , Upholster Furniture, Care for Antique Furniture, and Keep You New Furniture Looking Like New.

How To Decorate And Paint

By: sunshine01 | 17/03/2009 | Interior Design
As Everyone is Known, Decorating and Painting is Very Important to a Beautiful Home. Before You Begin Decorating or Re-decorating Your Home, Learn More About Painting Techniques and Preparation, Selecting Paint Colors and Finishes, Decorating and Designing Trends, and Interior Décor, Accents and Furnishings. Home Decorating Has Never Been Easier!

How To Repair Your Flooded Home

By: sunshine01 | 17/03/2009 | Interior Design
Your Home May Look Beyond Hope After a Flood,but O Lot of Your Belongs Can be Saved. While You Can Have Some Emergency Measures, Your Flooded Home Can be Dried Out, Cleaned Up , Rebuilt, and Reoccupied Sooner Than You Think. What Can We Do?

The Job Of Home Improvement

By: sunshine01 | 17/03/2009 | Interior Design
For Most People,home is Quite Important.after Owning a Home ,we Must Pay Atteention to the Home Improvement,which Makes our Home Clean, Comfortable, Convenient and Perfect. Maybe,in Your Mind it is a Easy Thing. But When You Have Read This Article, You May Have a New Review.

The Roof Repair Improvement Advice

By: sunshine01 | 17/03/2009 | Interior Design
Homes are our Precious Property - to Have a Home for Oneself is a Goal Many People Aim for in Life, Even From Childhood. After Making a Home for Oneself and the Family, it Needs to be Kept Clean and Well Maintained. Most People Don't Pay Much Attention to Their Roof Until Rain or Melting Snow Starts to Leak Through It-then it Needs Some Improvement Action. But if You Periodically Inspect the Roof Carefully, You Can Correct Minor Problems Before They Become Serious Enough to Cause Damage.

Techniques For Investigators In An Interview

By: sunshine01 | 17/03/2009 | Sales
An Interview is an Informal Questioning to Learn Facts. Effective Interviewing Requires That the Investigator Make Full Use of His Knowledge of Human Nature so That the Interviewee Will Disclose All That He Knows About the Matter in Question.