The gentle way: an Olympic combat sport for body and mind — from age 3, for children through adults.
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Atmosphere, rooms, and movement – a few impressions from our Judo classes at Senshu.
About the class
What to expect
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Judo is a Japanese martial art whose name translates as “the gentle way”.
From age 3
For children & adults
Steglitz-Zehlendorf
Wismarer Str. 42, Berlin
Free
Trial class any time, no obligation
Instead of punches or kicks, judo works with grips, throws, holds and ground techniques. It is not about being stronger than others, but about skilfully using movement, balance and the strength of your training partner.
Age-appropriate training gives children and teenagers a safe setting in which to develop their physical abilities, master challenges and gain trust in themselves.
Benefits
What does judo develop?
Regular training supports, among other things:
Coordination and balance
Strength, flexibility and body awareness
Concentration and reaction speed
Self-confidence and a confident presence
Self-control and perseverance
Respect and a sense of responsibility
Teamwork and community
All techniques are taught step by step and in line with each individual stage of development.
Attitude
The values of judo
Judo is far more than learning throws and grips. Values such as courtesy, courage, sincerity, modesty, respect, self-control and friendship shape every session.
Before and after a shared exercise, training partners bow to one another. In doing so they show: we meet each other with respect, we look out for one another and we learn together.
A training partner is not an enemy. Without mutual support, techniques cannot be learned safely and progress cannot be made.
In training
Judo in practice
Training brings together different areas:
Break-falling
Standing and basic techniques
Throws
Holds and ground techniques
Partner exercises
Playful coordination and fitness training
Controlled practice bouts
Preparing for belt examinations
Break-falling is one of the first and most important elements. Children learn to fall under control, roll away and get back up safely. This builds body control and gradually takes away the fear of unfamiliar movement.
In partner exercises they learn to use their strength deliberately, keep to the rules and take responsibility for the safety of the other person.
Progress
Visible progress through the belt system
The belt system gives children and teenagers clear, achievable goals. For each examination they learn new techniques and develop the abilities they already have.
Every new belt makes personal progress visible. It is not about comparing yourself with others. Every child develops at their own pace.
Who it's for
Judo for children and teens
Clear routines and recurring rituals give orientation and security. Reserved children in particular can learn in training to take their place, hold their own physically and trust their own abilities.
Judo is not meant to make children more aggressive or louder. What they learn is:
To sense and stand up for boundaries,
To handle physical contact under control,
To get back up after a setback,
To take on new challenges with courage,
To act respectfully and fairly.
Teenagers additionally benefit from a varied full-body workout, sporting challenges and the chance to develop technically and personally.
At Senshu
Judo at Senshu
At Senshu, judo is taught in a personal, respectful and age-appropriate training atmosphere. Our instructors support and challenge children without overwhelming them.
The focus is not on hardness or physical superiority, but on safe technical instruction, clear structures and the individual development of every child.
Would you like to get to know judo? Book a free, no-obligation trial class. Our team will advise you personally and help you find the right way in.
