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  1. Olympic Judo: History and Techniques by Nicolas Soames, Roy Inman, 1991-05

101. OTC Junior Judo Club
olympic club in Colorado Springs. Dedicatied to fostering the growth of selfesteem in children ages five and up. Includes class times and location.
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OTC Junior Judo Club
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About our club
The Olympic Training Center Junior Judo club was founded in 1998. Our goal is to foster the growth of self-esteem in children ages five and up by teaching them to play a fun, vigorous and mentally stimulating Olympic sport.
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102. What Is Judo? Who Does It? History Of Judo
Follow this link to judo is fun . history of judo.. Olympics and Alberta judoOlympians.. judo is a sportthus it should be practiced with joy and
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HOME What is Judo? About Us Club Directory ... Site Search What Is JUDO? On this Page you will find: What does the word "Judo" mean? The objective in Judo is.... Attitudes and Principles... Coloured belts in the Judo rank system ... Olympics and Alberta Judo Olympians.. JUDO is: a sport -thus it should be practiced with joy and respect for rules an art thus it should be approached with creativity a craft thus it should be practiced with diligence a science thus it should be studied attentively, and more........... What does the word "Judo" mean? The word "judo" which originates from the Japanese language, means "the gentle way" . Judo is many things to different people. To some it is a sport, an art, a craft, a discipline, a recreational or social activity, a fitness program, a means of self-defense or combat, and a way of life. Judo is unique in that all age groups, both sexes, and most disabled persons can participate together in learning and practicing the sport. Judo is an inexpensive, year-round activity, that appeals to people from all walks of life. Many people over the age of sixty can enjoy the sport as well as very young children. The sport of Judo is combative

103. Home - Club De Judo / Jujitsu DOJO OLYMPIC De Lyon
Pr©sentation du club de judo/jujitsu de la maison du judo, informations, horaires. Lyon, Rh´ne (69).
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Dojo Olympic LYON Ecrit par Web Sensei Bienvenue sur le site officiel du club de Judo/Jujitsu/Gym Taïso DOJO OLYMPIC de la maison du judo, club affilié à la Fédération Française de Judo depuis 1975.
Le Dojo Olympic vous propose des cours de judo et/ou de jujitsu adaptés pour tout âge et tout niveau (débutant à la ceinture noire) ainsi que des cours spécifiques de katas. (démonstration technique). Les inscriptions sont ouvertes toute l'année pendant les heures d'ouvertures.
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Dojo Olympic - Maison du judo - 12 rue St Théodore 69003 LYON

Sont mis également à la disposition des adhérents, une salle de musculation ainsi qu'un sauna.

104. ATHENS 2004 Olympic Games
A grand celebration, the ATHENS 2004 olympic Games, which for 17 days returned to history The emblem of the ATHENS 2004 Paralympic Games Visit the
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Unforgettable Games, Dream Games
A grand celebration, the ATHENS 2004 Olympic Games, which for 17 days returned to Greece, the country where they were originally born and the city where they revived, is completed.
These Games broke many records. Athens hosted 11,099 athletes, the largest number ever and also the most women athletes ever. Representatives of 202 countries took part, more than any other sport event. The Olympic flame traveled for the first time to all continents. Shot Put was held in Olympia and women competed there for the first time.
Four billion viewers all over the world watched these Games. They all saw Greece, inside and outside the stadiums.
With a warm  Closing Ceremony , full of music and singing, Athens bade a final farewell to the athletes and its guests. 
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105. CBC.ca - Athens 2004 - History 1964 Tokyo
A history of the 1964 Tokyo Olympics. The judo hall was modelled after thearchitectural traditions of Japanese temples, while IOC president Avery
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106. The History Of Judo - Judo - Kids Web Japan - Web Japan
The roots of jujitsu lie in sumo, which has a long, long history; Kano s dreamcame true at the Tokyo Olympics in 1964, where men s judo was recognized
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The History of Judo
Judo is a martial art that was born in Japan, and it is now known around the world as an Olympic sport. Judo was established in 1882 by combining jujitsu, a form of wrestling, with mental discipline. The roots of jujitsu lie in sumo , which has a long, long history; sumo is mentioned in the Nihon shoki (Chronicle of Japan), a document from 720 that describes the history of Japan from the mythical age of the gods until the time of Empress Jito, who reigned from 686 to 697. From the twelfth to the nineteenth century Japan was ruled by the samurai, a class of professional soldiers. This provided fertile ground for various martial arts to develop. In addition to fighting with swords and bows and arrows, the samurai developed jujitsu to fight enemies at close quarters on the battlefield. Several different styles of jujitsu evolved, and hand-to-hand combat spread as an important form of military training. The era of samurai rule came to an end with the Meiji Restoration of 1868, and Western culture began filtering in into Japanese society.

107. Judo Books E Through F
The first 17 pages present a brief synopsis of the history of judo in general, This is a historical record of judo in the Olympics, the judo World
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13 Books Judo Books: "E-F-G " Every Boy's Judo . A.P. Harrington. Signet, 1959. A surprisingly good introduction to Judo from warm-ups, to basic movement, to some relatively advanced techniques including some surprising variations on arm locks not found anywhere else. Every Girl's Judo A.P. Harrington. Emerson Books, Inc., 1960. 127 pp. Hardcover. A good Judo book covering a broad range of skills, and a nice section on "necklocks" (chokes) and self defense from a woman's perspective. All of the line drawings have been changed to show a girl or woman performing the technique, but Harrington does not suggest that woman should not be doing the full range of technical Judo Skills, to the contrary, he covers the full range of standard, basic Judo. The Father of Judo. Amazon Books. Fighting Judo . Katsuhiko Kashiwazaki. Pelham Books, 1985. This is an inspiring book because, firstly, the photography in this book is matchless. No martial art book conveys the spirit of its art through photography better than this one. Secondly, its author is one of the premier grappling and sutemi waza specialists, and this book reflects his specialty. Thirdly, he is a bit of a philosopher, and it shows through in short sidebars throughout the book. His own story, in a brief chapter at the end, is inspiring, and shows that suffering, which is inherent in the sport aspect of Judo, produces a wisdom and a spirit and a character missing from those martial arts which dabble in the theory of movement without the suffering of defeat.

108. FASANOC
Athletics, Boxing, judo, Swimming Yachting (1988, 1992, 1996) olympic YOUTHCAMP PARTICIPANTS Alissa Dean (Badminton) Olaf Allen (Golf)
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109. SJJ History Page
Brief history of judo Brief history of Melbourne judokai Today, judo is anOlympic sport that allows students to measure the effectiveness of their
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Last Update: September 11, 2005 Brief History of Judo
Tribute to Tai Yosheda
Brief History of Judo
Professor Jigoro Kano
Judo's Founder J udo literally translates as "gentle way" or "way of flexibility." Judo was founded by Dr. Jigoro Kano in 1882. Born in 1860, Kano had a weak constitution. Around the age of 20, Kano learned Jujitsu, (also spelled Jujutsu), convinced of the need to train hisbody and mind. Around the age of 25, Kano became a master and a strong man. At that time, Jujitsu did not enjoy a good reputation in view of the fact that all sorts of undesirable people practiced it at the expense of others. That is why Kano adopted the name Judo. In 1882, with nine pupils, he opened the first judo school (the Kodokan). Today, Judo is an Olympic sport that allows students to measure the effectiveness of their training in friendly competition. Although not taught as an art of self-defense, Judo techniques can be used for personal protection.
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A Tribute to Tai Yosheda
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110. Olympic Council Of Ireland ::::
Official site with team news, history, and sponsor information.
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My Homepage Home President's Welcome OCI Board Members ... European Youth Olympics, Lignano, Italy At last nights opening ceremony in Lignano the honour of carrying the Irish Flag and leading the Irish Team into the stadium was given to Lisa Karney of Judo. Athletics 7th July 2005 7th July 2005 Ciaran O'Lionard won bronze in 1500m. Pamela Hughes came 6th in the long jump. Cycling 7th July 2005 7th July 2005 Jeff O'Hanrahan came 22nd of 99 starters in the Road race Soccer 8th July 2005 Ireland Beat Switzerland 4- 2 to win Bronze. Swimming 7th July 2005 Jack Nunn won B Final in 200m butterfly. Canoeing 6th July 6th July Barry Watkinswon his heat and qualified from semi of 500k1
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111. United States Olympic Committee - Olympic History
olympic Overview history, facts and figures; AllTime Team USA Medals Summer Winter; All-Time US Men’s Medalists Summer Winter; All-Time US Women’s
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112. Judo @ RBMA Kodokan Judo History By Neil Ohlenkamp
judo history from the comprehensive and popular judo Information Site with In 1964 men s judo competition finally became a part of the Olympics,
http://www.roninbushido.com/RBMA/judo/judohistory2.php

113. Women's Olympic History: Following Canadian Women Athletes To Athens
WOMEN S olympic history. Silken Laumann. Silken Laumann A golden bronze SilkenLaumann won three olympic medals during her rowing career one silver and
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Silken Laumann won three Olympic medals during her rowing career: one silver and two bronze. She was a world champion and was widely considered the best single rower of her time, but bad luck prevented her from parlaying that into an Olympic gold. The Matchless Six
It took until 1928 for women to compete in track and field events at the Olympics. And at the 1928 Amsterdam Games, the Canadian women's track and field team was the equal of any other, winning two gold, one silver and one bronze.

114. Silicon Valley Judo :: Info :: History Of Judo
The history of judo is the history of the shift from a martial art to a modernsport. It tells first how a man, Jigoro Kano, devoted himself to the
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"The history of judo is the history of the shift from a martial art to a modern sport. It tells first how a man, Jigoro Kano, devoted himself to the education of the youth of his country, blending traditions and modernity, using individual prowess for collective benefits. In 1870, soon after the death of his mother, his father decided to move to Tokyo. It was then a time of great cultural and social ferment in Japan, from which Kano obviously benefited. In Tokyo, already brought up on Confucian classics, he was put into another Confucian school. At the same time he was sent for English lessons to Mitsukuri Shuhei, a renowned scholar who was to belong to a group of influential thinkers, dedicated to educational reforms. In his early teens, Kano developed a strong taste for math and showed a particular affinity for languages. Throughout his life his language abilities were exceptional. During his study of jujutsu his notes were written in English, probably to secure the confidentiality of his research at a time of intense rivalry among jujutsu schools. In his old age, he kept also his diaries in English. In 1877, Kano was eager to learn more about this ancient practice. After months of patient research, he finally managed to find a former Kobusho jujutsu master, Fukuda Hachinosuke. The latter became his first teacher, which was reluctantly accepted by his father who saw no future in this old tradition. Two years later, when General Ulysses Grant came to Japan, Kano knew enough to take part in a jujutsu demonstration.

115. Redlands Daily Facts - Olympics
ATHENS, Greece The oftmaligned US olympic Committee was feeling good The US boxing team was as inept as any assembled in modern olympic history,
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sTAFF WRITER ATHENS, Greece The oft-maligned U.S. Olympic Committee was feeling good about itself Sunday, and two numbers were at the root of the self-congratulatory mood. 103 the number of medals the chart-topping American athletes won at the Athens Olympics. the number of Americans athletes to test positive here, so far, for doping. ``This will go down as one of the greatest performances ever by a U.S. Olympic team,'' said Jim Scherr, USOC chief executive. ``Our goal was to achieve 100 medals, and that was a total team effort,'' said Herman Frazier, chef de mission for the U.S. team. The U.S. has finished atop the medals table at three consecutive Olympics, and its total here beat both Sydney 2000 (97) and Atlanta 1996 (101) though the 36 golds here lagged behind Sydney (40) and Atlanta (44).

116. Paralympic Games History
The Paralympic Games exemplify the olympic ideal of participation and sportsmanship.1.2 history of the Paralympic Games The Paralympic Games originated in
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History THE SUMMER PARALYMPIC GAMES - A HISTORY OF THE PARALYMPIC GAMES
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Updated: January 1996 SECTION 1 1.1 Introduction 1.2 History of the Paralympic Games 1.3 Host Cities SECTION 2 2.1 The Games 2.2 The Paralympic Sports SECTION 3 3.1 Canada's Competitive History 3.2 A Profile of the Canadian Paralympic Team 3.3 Canadian Team Selection Criteria 1.1 Introduction
The Summer Paralympic Games are the ultimate competition for world class elite athletes with a disability and as such are linked to the Olympic Celebration each quadrennium. The Paralympic Games, in terms of complexity, duration and the number of competitors, are second only to the Olympic Games.
The fundamental philosophy guiding the Paralympic movement is that athletes with disabilities should have opportunities to pursue their goals in sport equivalent to those of non-disabled athletes. Athletes who compete in the Paralympics set their sights on the dream of winning a gold medal, are committed to strenuous training regimes and meet strict qualifying standards to be selected to their national team. The Paralympic Games represent a commitment to excellence that allows elite athletes to achieve their personal best. The Paralympic Games exemplify the Olympic ideal of participation and sportsmanship.

117. Tji History
history of Texas judo. Texas judo is a nonprofit corporation under 501-c-3 Each year Texas judo hosts five state championships Junior Olympics,
http://www.texasjudo.com/history/tji_history.htm
History of Texas Judo
Texas Judo is a non-profit corporation under 501-c-3 incorporated in the state of Texas in 1980 and serves as the state governing body for the sport of Judo in Texas. The corporation is a member of USA Judo, the national governing body for Judo which serves as a member of the United States Olympic Committee, the Pan American Judo Organization, and the International Judo Federation.
It's beginning was much earlier. Roy H. "Pop" Moore, Sr. came to Texas in 1957 as chief official of the 2nd Air Force Judo Championships held in Austin. Pop's foster son was Emelio Bruno, who was in charge of combative measures, Judo, and physical fitness for the Strategic Air Command of the U.S. Air Force. Pop liked the city and Texans so much he decided to stay. In the late 1950's there were only a few clubs in Texas: Denton Jr. Optimist with Curley Freeman, Mose Woodson, and Tom Coyle; Geis/Landers in Houston with Karl Geis and Rick Landers, Ft Worth Judo Club with Sam Numajiri, and Austin Judo Club started by Pop Moore. From there the state Judo membership has grown to one of the largest in the U.S. The initial organization was called the Southwestern U.S. Judo Association and encompassed the states of Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and New Mexico. The organization was taken from parts of the Rocky Mountain and Shufu Yudanshakais but did not have official sanction. In 1961 the Judo Black Belt Federation, the technical body for Judo in the U.S. under an agreement with the Amateur Athletic Union, approved the territory reduced to the state of Texas as the Texas Judo Black Belt Association. In the 1960's the organization grew to about 40 clubs with a total of over 1,000 members and conducted tournaments with so many competitors it took two days to complete them.

118. Athens Olympics :: NZ Rowers Set For Biggest Night In Their Olympic History
The Athens olympic Games Blog is a Site dedicated to the latest olympic News and Read more at NZ rowers set for biggest night in their olympic history
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119. Judo And The Olympics
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The Olympic games are in full swing and there are many competitions going on. Judo is going on full tilt. First introduced to the Olympic Games in 1964 in the men’s division, the women’s division was added in the 1992 Barcelona Games.

120. The Games - Sydney 2000
athletes and 5100 officials together for the first time in modern olympichistory. Hockey olympic Park State Hockey Centre 15000; judo Harbour Zone
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Medals by Country ... Sydney Table of Events (PDF) DATES The Games of the XXVIIth Olympiad took place between 15 September - 1 October, 2000. HOST CITY Sydney, New South Wales, Australia was awarded the Millennium Games on 23 September, 1993 in Monte Carlo. It was the third of three consecutive bids to be made by an Australian city and was backed by 90% of the Australian population. Australia is one of only five countries to have been in attendance at every summer Olympic Games since they began in 1896. The other countries being Great Britain, France, Switzerland and Greece. Sydney, Australia's largest city, has a population of approximately 3.7 million people. MEDALS A total of 300 medals were awarded at the Sydney Olympic Games.
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The Olympic Park - situated at Homebush Bay, about 14km west of the city centre, the park was the centrepiece of the Games. It is located within a 2.5km circle surrounding the Olympic Stadium. Construction on the Olympic Stadium began in September 1996 and was completed in March 1999. The stadium cost $A690 million to build. The Olympic Park was be the venue for 15 of the 28 sports.

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