10 Judo Throws & 20 Dojo Drills: Judo Training Drills to Help Kids Master Judo Techniques
Koka Kids Judo Books by Nik Fairbrother Series
What’s inside...
From Judo’s Olympic Silver Medallist, Nik Fairbrother (7th Dan) creator of the number one children’s judo programme Koka Kids, comes a training guide titled '10 Judo Throws and 20 Dojo Drills'. Now available in both Kindle e-book and paperback formats, this book is designed to teach children essential skills like fitness, agility, coordination, and balance through judo techniques and dojo drills. It features step-by-step tutorials of 10 judo throws, 20 dojo drills to enhance fundamental skills, and tips from Nik Fairbrother himself. Suitable for judokas of all levels, from ages 6 to 12, this book aims to improve footwork, timing, coordination, entry, kuzushi, and balance, using the same drills Fairbrother utilized to become a world champion.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-12
Length
54 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Which judo throw did you find most interesting and why?
How do you think practicing these drills could help someone become better at judo?
Can you explain a time when you had to practice something repeatedly to master it, just like in the drills?
What qualities do you think make a good judo practitioner?
How do the values you learn in judo apply to other areas of your life?
Tip: Role play these questions
Ask your child to demonstrate a judo throw or drill they learned from the book, using a stuffed toy or a pillow as a prop. This physical activity will help them connect more deeply with the material.
Encourage your child to describe each judo technique in their own words. This exercise will improve their comprehension and verbal skills.
Discuss the importance of discipline and practice, relating it to the drills in the book. Connect these values to achievements in other areas like academics or other sports.
Celebrate the book's exploration of focus and patience. Highlight these characteristics as important life skills, asking your child how they could apply them day-to-day.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Discipline and Focus
Explanation: Through the repetitive practice of judo throws and drills, children learn the value of discipline and focused attention.
Real-World Application: These skills transfer to academic settings, enhancing their ability to concentrate on tasks and follow through on commitments.
Example Lesson: Respect for Others
Explanation: Judo training emphasizes the importance of respecting opponents and peers, which is demonstrated through bowing and adhering to dojo etiquette.
Real-World Application: Children learn to treat others with respect, a fundamental principle that improves their interpersonal relationships and fosters a positive social environment.
Example Lesson: Physical Fitness and Coordination
Explanation: The drills and exercises in the book enhance physical strength, flexibility, and coordination.
Real-World Application: These physical benefits help children in other sports and daily activities, promoting a healthy and active lifestyle.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving and Strategy
Explanation: Mastering judo techniques requires understanding and applying strategic movements to overcome challenges.
Real-World Application: Children develop critical thinking skills that help them navigate challenges in life, enhancing their ability to make decisions and solve problems effectively.
Example Lesson: Self-confidence and Achievement
Explanation: Learning and succeeding in the structured environment of judo boosts children's self-esteem and sense of achievement.
Real-World Application: This increased confidence can inspire them to take on new challenges and believe in their abilities across various aspects of their lives.