Friday, June 05, 2009

Notes for Judo Randori

  • There is no score or winner in randori, so banish thoughts of victory or defeat

  • Focus on attacking freely without regard for being thrown

  • Keep a relaxed and neutral posture to retain free movement of your body and mind

  • keep your arms loose

  • keep your head up and centered over your hips

  • do not waste energy

  • follow though with each technique; do not get in the habit of going halfway

  • follow you with each technique with another

  • never refuse a practice partner

  • seek out training partners who are better than you

  • try new move to overcome problematic situation

  • use kiai (concentrate your spirit in a shout) for extra power

  • rely on skill and timing, not strength

  • control your breathing

  • keep your elbows close to your body where they are most powerful and least vulnerable

  • always face your opponent

  • do not cross your feet wen moving around

  • get the strongest grip you can, and never fail to get a grip

  • learn to feel your partner's intention and anticipate attacks

  • maintain mizu no kokou (mind like water); stay calm and undisturbed

  • focus on kuzushi (breaking balance) to create opportunity for attack

  • employ the principle of maximum efficiency even when you cold easily overpower the opponent with size or strength

  • help your partner to learn while you perfect your technique

  • act now; analyse later

  • do not make excuses; do not give up. Tomorrow you will be better




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