Judo is an olympic sport, a means of physical education, a reliable system of self-defense, and a way of life. Judo is more than a “martial art,” it is a martial way. It develops its practitioners physically, emotionally, and spiritually by teaching respect and honor throughout sport. It literally means “the way of gentleness” in Japanese.

Judo is guided by three fundamental principles:

• Strive for perfection as a whole person (jika no kansei)
• Maximum efficiency, minimum effort (seiryokuzen’yō)
• Mutual welfare and benefit (jitakyōei)

These principles guide everything we do at Hui-O- Judo. Our goal is to develop each child in his or her individual goals and abilities and to help them reach their maximum potential in a positive environment.