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Judo (meaning 'gentle way') is an Olympic sport and modern martial art derived from Japanese Jujitsu. Judo's founder Jigoro Kano taught a philosophy of mutual welfare and that softness in applied technique overcomes brute strength. Judo encourages physical fitness and mental fortitude and is an ideal discipline for children. As an introduction for adults into combat sports typified by BJJ, Judo has no equal as it incorporates throwing techniques as well as take downs, hold downs and submissions. Saratoga Judo offers classes for adults and children 6+.