Sport Factsheet: Judo

Introduction

Judo was developed in Japan towards the end of the 19th century and has evolved from being a martial art into one of the world's most popular sports.
Since its inclusion in the 1964 Olympic Games Judo has progressed rapidly to become the worlds most popular combat sport.
 

Available at

 

Other Facilities

 

Learning

 

Clubs

Shrewsbury Judo Club
Contact Details
Phone:01743 352472
Contact:John Embrey
 
 
 

Governing Bodies

British Judo Association
 
International Judo Federation
World governing body
 

Disabled Participation

 

Spectating

 

Events

 

Local Heroes

 

Links

Judo Information