Navigating the sphere of influence of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, there are 1000 dojos that the French Judo Federation (FFJDA) hopes to inaugurate, as part of a bold program aimed at creating alternative and socio-educational places based on the practice of judo. A great initiative implemented in the Somme, the first results of which are very positive.
Published: October 11, 2024 at 5:08 p.m.
Amended: October 11, 2024 at 5:08 p.m.
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Bringing the benefits of sport to RSA recipients in the Somme
The idea of the FFJDA is to establish judo clubs in deprived areas, such as Priority City Neighborhoods (QPV) or Rural Revitalization Zones (ZRR), to promote social interactions around the values of sport. . THE Somme Departmental Council was interested in the system and mobilized the Departmental Judo Committee in order to propose a “Solidarity Dojo” program for RSA beneficiaries in the region, advocating the development of skills, mutual aid, sharing, belonging and self-esteem.
An experiment in two phases
With a view to experimentation, a first action with RSA beneficiaries was then decided on in the Haute Somme – Albert / Péronne region, under the leadership of Sylvie CASTAIGNE, Territorial Integration, Housing and Employment Manager.
A rich and informative test at the end of 2023
RSA beneficiaries monitored by the social representatives of the Departmental Solidarity and Integration Houses (MDSI) of Albert and Péronne, on a voluntary basis, were first offered the opportunity to participate in five training sessions. introduction to judo. At the end, some obstacles were revealed, notably apprehension linked to the nature of the activity and a need to diversify the program.
A second phase in spring 2024
Some adjustments were decided for the launch of the second experiment, such as the addition of taiso and self-defense to the program, as well as walking for people who had to limit their physical activity.
From March to June 2024, two hours of practice per week allowed more than 30 people who were socially isolated and not involved in sporting activities to learn about these sporting activities and feel the benefits. Note that two people have already taken out a license from the Albert judo club!
And then?
The second experiment convinced the Department and the Departmental Judo Committee to renew the program. In October the sessions resumed in Albert. The walk will automatically be part of the program, to allow everyone to be active.
The authorities concerned are already working on deploying the program in other areas of the department. Well done Somme!
