Judo (Japanese: gentle way) is a Japanese martial art derived from Jiu-Jitsu. The opponent is either brought down by throws or controlled in the ground by holding levers or choking techniques.
The principle means “victory by yielding”. The top guidelines are mutual help for mutual well-being and the best possible use of mind and body. In addition to the sporting idea (fitness), judo also has an educational approach. As already described, the focus in judo is on togetherness. At first in a playful way, social values that later play an important role in our society are conveyed. In addition to helpfulness, the ability to work in a team, discipline and ambition, this also includes dealing with victory and defeat correctly.
Judo can be started and trained at any age. Of course, we are not obliged to take part in competitions or other club events! Each member chooses their sporting and personal goals themselves and finds the right group with us. Our experienced trainers have recognized trainer licenses and undergo regular training.
Every year we organize our club championships, where the members can compete within the club. This small competition is only held within the club.
The camp takes place every year in summer. A whole weekend of adventure, games and fun for everyone.
Furthermore, there is the possibility of completing various badges, such as judo safari, German sports badge, and many other promotions!
“The judo department at ASV Landau was founded by Albert Grün and Hans-Peter Treier in 1954. A year later, the Palatinate Judo Association was founded in Neustadt, which initially consisted of five clubs, including the ASV Landau Dept. Judo.
Despite some difficulties, the judo section always existed and was able to increase its membership numbers massively.
A few exceptional judoka were also formed here, who were able to achieve great sporting success. One participant started in the Bundesliga, others achieved success in both the Palatinate Championship and the Southwest German Championship (one level below the German Championship).
At the peak of the club’s history in the mid-1990s, the judo department of ASV Landau submitted various youth teams to participate in the league and was able to hold its own against significantly larger clubs.
Although the number of members in our club and in most other judo clubs dropped again, there have always been some talents who regularly placed among the top 3 at the Palatinate Championships and other tournaments.”
