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Judo is the most widely practised martial art on the planet.
Judo is the second most practised sport in the world.
At the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, 95 countries competed in Judo with medalists being spread across 26 countries.
Australia has achieved numerous Olympic and Commonwealth Games medals.

Judo is an art of self defence that has developed into an exciting International sport. Judo was the first martial art to be introduced into the Olympic Games (1964) and the Commonwealth Games (1990).
Judo was founded in 1882 in Japan, by Professor Jigoro Kano, who envisioned it as a modern way of becoming physically and mentally fit through disciplined training. Judo was derived as a safer alternative from the ancient form of 'ju-jitsu'.
the sport of Judo is designed so that it can be practised by all ages... both male and female. Judo does not involve kicking or striking techniques, but utilises throwing and grappling through tactical play.
It is an excellent activity to increase physical fitness, self esteem, self defence and can be practised without the need to compete in tournaments.
It is a really contact sport (similar to Olympic wrestling) of close in grappling and is a beneficial self defence if you are unfortunately attacked in the street. Judo emphasises freeform practice rather than rigid repetitive routines that my look fancy but are in fact ineffective. This freedom of expression in Judo provides a challenge for any tactician.
As well as fun and fitness, Judo teaches etiquette and respect required to become a well rounded sportsperson.