WATCH: Boston Dynamics Robot does breakfalls
Boston Dynamics‘ latest humanoid robot has been shown performing impressive breakfalls – a technique commonly taught in martial arts to prevent injury when falling. The footage, which has been making…
Category: Judo
Judo Olympian with a PhD in Education slams Ecological approach to BJJ: You won’t gain high level of expertise
In a thought-provoking interview with Bren Veziroglu, Dr. Rhadi Ferguson, a 2004 Judo Olympian and PhD in Education, offered a critical assessment of the increasingly popular ecological approach to Brazilian…
WATCH: Two men scrap and show why a tiny bit of judo goes a long way
In a viral video spreading across social media, an unexpected display of grappling technique has caught viewers’ attention. The footage, captured in what appears to be Atlanta, shows two individuals…
Judo expert with a master’s degree in education weighs in on Ecological movement in BJJ: “That can’t be all you teach”
Renowned judo instructor Shintaro Higashi has shared his perspective on the controversial “ecological approach” gaining traction in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training methodology. The approach, popularized by Connecticut-based BJJ instructor Greg Saunders,…
Olympic Gold Medalist in Judo, Teddy Riner: “I was offered 15 million for three MMA fights in the UFC”
French judo legend Teddy Riner recently revealed he received a substantial offer, amounting to $15 million for three MMA bouts, which he ultimately declined. The decorated athlete, who has earned…
Judoka pleads with BJJ/MMA students to respect Judo rules during practice
A seasoned judo practitioner has sparked discussion in the martial arts community after expressing concerns about the growing presence of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and mixed martial arts practitioners in traditional judo…
Judo Olympic Medalist started Judo at age 13 after being bullied in school, inspired by the Karate Kid
Olympic Judo bronze medalist Flavio Canto started his martial arts journey at age 13 after experiencing bullying at school, inspired by the iconic 1984 film “The Karate Kid.” Growing up…
Judo influencer claims PEDs have changed the evolution of grappling forever
The world of competitive grappling has undergone a dramatic transformation, according to insights shared in a recent clip by Chadi, who pulls back the curtain on PEDs and their profound…
WATCH: Wrestler hits Epic Harai goshi in a match
A competitor executed a flawless harai goshi, thrilling spectators and fellow athletes alike. The remarkable moment, shared widely on social media, shows Leo, a high school wrestler, performing the spectacular…
WATCH: When a Judoka challenged a karate guy
In a fascinating martial arts encounter from 1991, a judoka and a karateka squared off in a match that demonstrated the unique strengths of both disciplines. The fight, which…