{"id":28046,"date":"2025-04-03T14:52:55","date_gmt":"2025-04-03T12:52:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/how-to-prepare-for-your-first-judo-competition\/"},"modified":"2025-04-04T10:42:42","modified_gmt":"2025-04-04T08:42:42","slug":"how-to-prepare-for-your-first-judo-competition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/en\/how-to-prepare-for-your-first-judo-competition\/","title":{"rendered":"How to prepare for your first judo competition"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Taking part in your first judo competition is an important step for any judoka. It&#8217;s both an exciting and stressful time, when you discover the intensity of combat, respect for the rules and stress management. In this guide, you&#8217;ll discover how to prepare for your first <a href=\"http:\/\/fr.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Judo\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"http:\/\/fr.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Judo\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">judo<\/a> competition.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Understand how a judo competition works<\/h2>\n\n<p>Before you register, it&#8217;s essential to know how a competition works:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Age and weight categories<\/strong>: You&#8217;ll be classified according to your age and weight. Remember to check your category before the big day. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Drawing lots for bouts<\/strong>: Opponents are drawn by lot in each category.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The elimination system<\/strong>: Depending on the type of tournament, you may be eliminated after one or more defeats. Some tournaments offer repechages. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Obligatory warm-up<\/strong>: Before each bout, a collective or personal warm-up is necessary to avoid injury.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Equipping for competition<\/h2>\n\n<p>Having the right equipment is essential to avoid unpleasant surprises:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Approved judogi<\/strong>: Check whether your tournament requires a specific judogi (FFJDA, IJF&#8230;) Each competition, depending on level, may have certain requirements concerning judogis. The standards may be as much the color of the judogi (white  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The right belt<\/strong>: Tightly knotted and the right length.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sandals (zori)<\/strong>: Mandatory for movement outside the tatami.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A bottle of water and a towel<\/strong>: To stay hydrated and dry between fights.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Need a judogi? See our selection here \u2192 <\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/en\/category-en\/kimonos-en\/judogi\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/categorie\/kimonos\/kimonos-de-judo\/\">Judogi<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/kimono-HAJIME-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28027\" style=\"width:487px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/kimono-HAJIME-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/kimono-HAJIME-600x600.webp 600w, https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/kimono-HAJIME-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/kimono-HAJIME-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/kimono-HAJIME-920x920.webp 920w, https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/kimono-HAJIME-100x100.webp 100w, https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/kimono-HAJIME.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Training and physical preparation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p>You need to be in top physical and technical condition before the big day.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Improve your stamina<\/strong>: Do some cardio (running, jumping rope) to get through several fights.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Boost your explosive power<\/strong>: Exercises such as burpees and squats are excellent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Work on your grip (kumikata)<\/strong>: Good control of sleeves and collar is a major asset in combat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Train in combat simulation<\/strong>: Ask your coach to organize intense randoris to get you used to the stress.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Managing stress in preparation for your first judo competition<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p>Stress can affect your performance if you don&#8217;t anticipate it. Here are a few tips to help you manage it: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Breathe deeply<\/strong>: Before each bout, breathe in and out slowly to relax.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Visualize your victory<\/strong>: Imagine your holds and your victorious posture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Concentrate on your first fight<\/strong>: Don&#8217;t think about the final, every fight counts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Listen to your coach<\/strong>: His advice is invaluable in fine-tuning your strategy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>:<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/03_1stJudogi_IMG3230-1-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28034\" style=\"width:522px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/03_1stJudogi_IMG3230-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/03_1stJudogi_IMG3230-1-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/03_1stJudogi_IMG3230-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/03_1stJudogi_IMG3230-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/03_1stJudogi_IMG3230-1-920x920.jpg 920w, https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/03_1stJudogi_IMG3230-1-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/fightingfilms.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/03_1stJudogi_IMG3230-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. D-Day: practical tips for a successful competition<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Arrive early<\/strong>: Allow at least 45 minutes before your weigh-in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Warm up properly<\/strong>: Stretching, mobility exercises and movement on tatami.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stay hydrated and eat light<\/strong>: choose fruit, energy bars and water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stay focused between fights<\/strong>: Watch your opponents fight to analyze their techniques.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t be discouraged<\/strong>: whatever the outcome, experience is learning!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p>Your first judo competition will be a unique and formative experience. Preparing for your competition is just as important physically and mentally, so make sure you&#8217;re properly equipped and, above all, have fun on the tatami. <\/p>\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Taking part in your first judo competition is an important step for any judoka. It&#8217;s both an exciting and stressful time, when you discover the intensity of combat, respect for the rules and stress management. In this guide, you&#8217;ll discover how to prepare for your first judo competition. 1. 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