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Bring your child down to Andover Junior Judo and let them experience the fun of judo!
About Andover Junior Judo Club
What is Judo?
Judo is a modern sport for all ages derived from the Japanese martial art of Jujitsu. It involves learning to roll, fall, trip and throw opponents and be thrown by them and 'grounndwork' which is a kind of wrestling where the aim is to hold your opponent to the ground on their back.
Why do Judo?
Primarily because it's fun! It builds confidence in children and helps them develop physically It teaches children how to roll and fall and so not hurt themselves when these things happen. It also develops flexibility. strength, agility and stamina and strengthens bones. It has a well developed etiquette (bowing to opponents and when
Primarily because it's fun! It builds confidence in children and helps them develop physically It teaches children how to roll and fall and so not hurt themselves when these things happen. It also develops flexibility. strength, agility and stamina and strengthens bones. It has a well developed etiquette (bowing to opponents and when coming onto and off the mat) and so helps develop self discipline, self respect and respect for others
However, you don't need to just take our word for it:
5 Reasons Why Judo is Good for Children | Hoop
JudoInside - News - 10 Reasons Why Your Child Should Take Up Judo
The Physical and Mental Benefits of Judo for Children - British Judo
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About our club
What does it cost?
What does it cost?
We are a small but expanding, friendly club based at Andover Leisure Centre. We are fortunate to have a brilliant, experienced children's judo instructor in Sensei Andy,. The junior club is for ages 6-16 yrs. There is also a traditional Japanese Jujitsu class for adults that meets directly after the children's club. We meet only during
We are a small but expanding, friendly club based at Andover Leisure Centre. We are fortunate to have a brilliant, experienced children's judo instructor in Sensei Andy,. The junior club is for ages 6-16 yrs. There is also a traditional Japanese Jujitsu class for adults that meets directly after the children's club. We meet only during term times and we have regular gradings so when children are ready they can advance through the different colour belts
What does it cost?
What does it cost?
What does it cost?
The first session is free! In fact you are welcome to come down to watch a session with your child before they try the free taster session) Thereafter annual membership is £10, session fee is £4. Initially loose fitting clothing is fine but when they decide they like it and will be continuing they will want a judo 'gi' (uniform) availabl
The first session is free! In fact you are welcome to come down to watch a session with your child before they try the free taster session) Thereafter annual membership is £10, session fee is £4. Initially loose fitting clothing is fine but when they decide they like it and will be continuing they will want a judo 'gi' (uniform) available readily from many sellers.
We are an entirely non-profit organization and all fees go to meeting our costs in hiring the venue
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Andover Junior Judo Club
Andover Leisure Centre, West St, Andover, England SP10 1QP, United Kingdom
Hours
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