Simple Steps That Will Help You Learn Judo And Become A Better Judoka Faster And Easier!

[@coachweisenburgh3506]

“Just like a throw, there’s an entry to the.... *crickets* And just like a throw, there’s an entry, there’s an off balance, and there’s a finish.” :D Beautiful video. Thank you for the details.

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Yeah I forgot to edit that out but I really wanted to get this up for everyone so I said F-It LOL

[@grantlloyd2121]

Felt like I'm back in school and talking to my friend in a class and the teacher stands there waiting for me to pay attention xD

[@jasonmartinez4901]

Bruh this guy spent his time filming so you could get beter , But you only focas on a mistake.🤯

[@cladgreenhero5576]

@@TravisStevensgrappling I thought the video was buffering for a second before I realized it was supposed to be a cut haha. Great Video! I found it very helpful!

[@johnmatonne7834]

I have an idea....its a little crazy but why don't you turn up the volume so people can actually hear you speak? OKAY?

[@SONNYTULUNGPRESENTER]

Great teaching. I'm a black belt in KungFu, brown belt Kempo, Tae Kwon Do green, I trained Aikido, Silat Bangau Putih & Merpati Putih, BJJ, Muay Thai, Boxing. Just started Judo at 55 years old. Judo is so unique

[@maitrekano]

guys like you are the future of judo . a real ambassador to our art .

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Thank you that means a lot to me! Just trying to improve everyone the best way I know how.

[@maitrekano]

@@TravisStevensgrappling im french and living in sweden , and i know you are very appreciate here in sweden by the judo community and the bbj community , because you are taking out the barrieres between grappling arts . efterall judo and bjj were one art once . thank you .

[@gotthemgoing]

@@TravisStevensgrappling How do you strengthen your lower back for Judo ?

[@JourneyToTheCage]

gotthemgoing deadlifts

[@chuckgreen3629]

@@gotthemgoing deadlift, squat, kettlebell swing

[@kenn.alexander]

Off balance, entry, finish. Great way to articulate the process.

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Thank you Kenneth!!!!

[@liamcage7208]

Great video, thank you. I've been practicing martial arts since I was a kid. I earned a black belt in karate and a 5th dan in hapkido. I always wanted to learn Judo so at age 53 I signed up for my first Judo class. Oh man I wish I started this sooner. It is so different than anything else I have done and I'm finding it hard to retrain my brain. I'm 58 now (blue belt) and I have learned that Judo is complex, grueling and thoroughly enjoyable. Despite so many clubs only teaching it as a sport (I know that's a huge part of the art especially for children) it has massive self defense application. I think grip fighting and throws from the clinch (basically where Judo lives) along with newaza is the missing link that every martial artist needs.

[@angelsjoker8190]

Having done various martial arts for over 35 years, I've recently come back to Judo (while still doing kickboxing) and think it's actually even better for self-defense than i.e. BJJ (which usually is promoted as "the" self-defense martial art). In a self-defense situation, I don't want to go to the ground (which BJJ prefers) because of the threat of additional opponents who could stomp you while being busy with your first opponent, but if it goes to the ground, a Judoka still can handle most non-BJJ specialists there. As a Judoka, when it goes to the clinch, you have a good chance of ending the fight right there when you throw your opponent and slam him on concrete. So (kick)boxing and Judo are a pretty useful combination if you want to defend yourself.

[@angelsjoker8190]

@@MTouran It's almost the same as kickboxing, so if you find a Muay Thai gym it's also very useful.

[@JakeCrawford]

so 3 years later how have you progressed? are you a black belt yet?

[@SiennaLouise]

so bad booo

[@RayYounger-o8v]

Repeat after me combined with a skill Judo is an ART after 28 years I just got my foot in the door,

[@razinhokazinho3092]

I think it’s incredible that what he’s teaching is what we see in life/nature, off balance, entry and finish... beginning, middle and end. It’s in everything. Thank you Travis! Deep knowledge as always. Much love.

[@user-md2fm7ik2z]

I just started judo. Your channel was a big reason. Thanks Travis.

[@MaverickRO1221]

That impact at 4:50 shook the camera lol

[@boudibla4011]

I thought the floor was going to break and give way ahahaha

[@steveesquivel4723]

That's a great breakdown to learning Harai, I struggled for a long time to develop that balance on one leg. If I had been taught this way I probably would have progressed way faster! Something about this video has a touch of higher class than your previous ones. Maybe it was the faster tempo of the instruction or just how clear it was. Great stuff thank you for all your work.

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

I'm glad you think so! I upgraded from my iPhone to my Mirrorless Camera. I'm so glad you noticed LOL.

[@steveesquivel4723]

@@TravisStevensgrappling lmao you've been shooting these videos on an iPhone this whole time? That's incredible. But I actually ment your instruction was very well laid out. Im sure it takes a lot if time to plan everything out and much other work. 👍

[@judocrusader5171]

I think you ve just about given one of the "secrets" away. Awesome.!!. I note also from your band vid the application of your hip which i see here. Definitely going to adjust and test .. Thanks again Sensai.!!

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

I'm glad you like the video! I really hope it helps you learn and develop as a judoka!

[@HoneybadgerCesar]

Love your videos man, I just do Jiu-Jitsu but some of these techniques that you have shown on your videos I have been able to land them in rolling sessions and they definitely have worked! Greetings from Guadalajara, Mexico :)

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Hey Cesar, I'm glad you have been able to use them effectively! I do plan on getting some more BJJ content out later as well. Just need a partner to shoot them with LOL.

[@Byzantios1]

Great channel Travis. Hi from Shidokan BTW.

[@gafaicheng]

Mr. Stevens, this is a great video!! I do bjj but love love love judo!! I look forward to practicing your moves! Subscribed!!!

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Thank you so much for the kind words Gafai! And welcome to the community!!

[@feyleenwabingga410]

Same thank you so much

[@natekelly770]

I really appreciate BJJ guys that respect the effectiveness of Judo. I feel like so many like to shit on it

[@dde1439]

Very well explained. Thank you Travis!

[@jamej8370]

Sorry, I haven't been watching live. I've been visiting family. Now, I'm back and will be watching live again. Thanks. What you're doing is really changing everything about my Judo. I had so many bad ideas about what worked. I can't wait to make these approaches my natural style. Thanks, again. Jim T.

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Your welcome Jam Ej! And I'm supper excited to see your symbol change to blue! Thanks for all the support! It means the world to me.

[@aquxuz]

I know I’m very late but thank you so much! I just started judo and I’m having trouble understanding their examples, this definitely helped!

[@konstantinos-antoniosbme-m6472]

You said "nice and tall", a fucking detail that change all my prospective to harai goshi from kuzusi to kake to all set up of mine! You have the ability to impart! Period🤙

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Nice I'm glad it helped you!

[@nicocontreras5366]

Pretty good, sometimes we forget about this by looking more fancy stuff.

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

So True!

[@acseattle1975]

Very insightful, thanks for the content Travis! Very thankful Chris Max pointed me towards your channel. Cheers

[@HedgeKnight170]

Had no idea of the terminology but the coaching was excellent! The technical aspect to Judo is so interesting. Thanks! Great video!

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Glad you liked it!

[@ovskihouse5271]

Thanks.. must to divide each technic to 4 to 5 parts. Untill understand the principles than do it completely

[@louisodendaal6200]

Just want to say thank you again for this video. I've watched it at least once a week since you've posted it

[@alexstrom3840]

Great stuff! Thanks, Travis!

[@danielwebster5748]

I love Judo it is 90% throws and 10% chokes and Joint manipulation well Jiu-Jitsu is 10% throws and 90% joint manipulation the throws are more up my alley plus I want to know how to choke and Joint manipulation so Judo was perfect for me and I've seen many judoka defend their self quite well in a street fight

[@sueetennant4038]

closed caption translated kake to cocktail. hysterical. love the video.

[@mrv1271]

That harai goshi was magic. Very good explanation.

[@ChadReed-vh2np]

just finished my third class this video is helpful thank you

[@jamej8370]

Loved it. Off topic question, any recommendation as to how to strengthen our grips?

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Sounds like a great video to shoot for everyone!

[@471444a]

By FAR the clearest demo on here, helps that this teacher has such a dam hot attitude 🙈

[@FR-ty5vn]

Superb breakdown - I do Gracie Jiu Jitsu & Hapkido - both involve plenty of throws - this will help.

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Great glad you like it.

[@heavymeddle28]

The good thing about judo is that it's like learning to ride a bike. I've done taekwondo for 19 years. Karate 4-5 years. Judo 1981-87. On those rare occasions when I've had to defend myself judo has been there in the bonemarrow. Without even thinking about any special throws or something like that it just comes naturally if you've learned judo. Tkd doesn't really work if you're not fit and very flexible. Plus it's just stupid to use except for maybe basic kicks to the liver or belly. Judo is great. And fun. You don't really hurt the other. Just a good way of controlling the other

[@tombruno2384]

Excellent breakdown of the three essentials of a throw or mat work.

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Thanks Tom! I really appreciate that!

[@ahn980321]

i think these basic video is very educational and useful basic is everything good good!

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

People often over complicate judo! Just focus on the basics and winning becomes easy.

[@LM-vk5il]

Excellent!

[@nikysony]

Great Video. I am new, just 5 months of judo (white belt). My stand game is terrible but in the ground i don´t know why, I am much better (for my level). Need to work on moviments, off balance, grips and a lot of stuff to improve. So hard.

[@rexhamilton6381]

Love your vids. I’m a novice. Could you do some videos one when we should use one throw over another? Such as why morote seoi nage vs ippon seoi nage, harai goshi vs uchi mata, when should I attempt tai otoshj, etc.. Thanks.

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Hey Rex, Thats a great Idea!!!!! I'm going to try to get that shot!

[@eugeneli3341]

@@TravisStevensgrappling Would be totally interested in this! When we could still go out and train my coach would often help me develop this strategy, but since we're stuck at home I don't really know how to make a good game plan. A video about that would be fantastic

[@sirpotato9478]

Thank you for this video. Big fan of your work Travis 🙏

[@luisquintino7308]

very useful systematic approach, thank you for showing the newaza approach also

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Yeah they are just good steps to follow in general!

[@konstantinos-antoniosbme-m6472]

Very very practical Travis! I had never thought before using throwing sequence kuzushi tsikuri gake to ne waza! As I said you are pure gold🤙

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Thanks! I really hope that this helps everyone learn better off the videos that I produce!

[@MrMattDeese]

This is good stuff, thanks!

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Thanks Matt!!!

[@charlyrinov4621]

I really appreciate it, thanks for sharing !!!!!

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

My pleasure!

[@lucasxyz100]

thank you travis i am big fan is your, you my inspiration 😀😎🥋🥋🥋🥋

[@satchycollins3985]

Thanks

[@wsl3119]

People often forget these basics. Awesome video

[@sen8078]

Yes 😭😭

[@thirdaccount106]

That was a good tip. 20 times perfect exucution before Randori

[@steveo1983]

Fantastic video. Brown belt here who still struggles with being too tight and stiff. Any tips for that?

[@nandosilveira2555]

excelente vídeo, eu acompanho sempre, judo e jiu jitsu são artes irmãs e sempre serão.

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Thank you so much Fernando. I'm so glad this helped you!

[@tammc92]

Can't wait to try this after isolation !

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Try to put it into practice when you watch videos and make notes of what the three sections are they are trying to teach.

[@mgtowproperties]

Like your channel Straightforward and no bullshit I was also wondering would you be doing videos or no gi And throwing Techniques for the street

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Its possible if it’s what people what to see.

[@David-fv2hj]

Hey mate, just starting to get into Judo. Can you tell me the most common techniques I should focus on and I will spend most of my time perfecting them? (The Pareto principle 80/20 rule hopefully loosely applies to judo) Will also buy your judo vids and then go from there. Cheers

[@MrGunnerru]

Thank you!!!!!

[@pneptun]

lol nice - forgotten cut at 5:16 ;)

[@tnsvenomyt9880]

I am at brown 2 I need all the lessons for black belt due to lockdown before i forgot everything can you please teach the black belt lessons video

[@drutgat2]

Thanks for this.

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

My pleasure! I hope you found it useful!

[@fupasaan]

I’m excited to try and apply these principles in training took my fist judo class tonight and it was harder than I thought it would be. Now Ik my bjj standup game is nowhere near as good as it needs to be😂😂

[@fupasaan]

First*

[@Allsport938]

Thanks alot help me alot in my judo

[@ethanthomas1180]

Thank you so much for doing harai goshi. I just have a quick question, a couple people have told me to step my supporting leg in between uke's feet, but others have said to put the supporting foot in front of my opponents left foot. Which one do you think is more effective and offers a more stable and balanced technique? Thanks again for the great content.

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Ethan, this video is just for basics I don't really go into all the details of the technique. but I will make a whole instructional on it in the future and I'll make some content for KZbin as well.

[@adamdeni6606]

Thank you!

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

You're welcome!

[@pablotapiafineart]

Is that how judo is normally taught in the USA ? (We just started Judo last year with my youngest son in a combo class for parents and kids) I feel we went to the deep end right away which seems normal around most judo clubs and I’m still, a year later, sometimes wondering what the heck I’m doing! (I got injured so had to stop but my kid is still going) Have you got instructional videos with these fundamental concepts and more structured way of training? Like your approach👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@anas1428omair1433]

How to do harai goshi or uchi mata with rubber band? How many sets including the repetitive? If I will do this w rubber band, does it go well to become better judoka? Thank you Stevens ..Oss

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

I will try to get this answered in another short video for you! Seems like a lot of people are asking!

[@griffin2599]

What would you be your advice to someone that just seems to have a hard time learning Judo? Am I just stupid and can’t learn this and try to find something else to do? Do have experience with people that have a harder time learning and what would be your advice to them?

[@michaelsimons2851]

The first thing to know about Judo is to tell people to spread their legs so you can throw them easier and the second thing is to straighten your uniform. 👌😎

[@underzerogravity8184]

Hahaha the fucking whole floor bounced!

[@ZakariyyaUnofficial]

Tomorror im going to judo and those tips broke my brain how dose anyone think of those

[@DavidMegajam]

Arigato

[@MoneyOverFame]

Trav, who do you think were the best players from the states to never make the Olympic team?

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Jimmy Pedro

[@MrJpurvis620]

bro.. the floor on that 2nd throw.

[@alekx58]

Thanx fail analysic clear explain fail rapair thankx thank you

[@LazySaiyan]

Any tips on balancing your focus between kuzushi, tsukuri, and kake? I find myself focusing so much on my tsukuri that I forget to emphasis the kuzushi. Sometimes I even compensate for a lack of kuzushi with deeper penetration steps like trying to drop past my partner's legs for drop seoi nage.

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

That is something that just comes with practice. I think the more you practice the individual sections of the techniques on there own, the better you will get at them, and the faster you can improve.

[@LazySaiyan]

Just practice uchikomi at a moderate speed where I can remember each piece and speed it up gradually?

[@mundodojoao977]

@@LazySaiyan Exactly

[@bochan207]

"Tsukuri" is pronounced with long u's. Thanks for pronouncing "Uke" right! so many pronounce it like uki. Sorry...just one of my pet peeves. Thanks for the important video!

[@TravisStevensgrappling]

Good to know!

[@NigelLiottaMacDonald]

Your voice sounds a bit like Mark Maron's voice.

[@mapcec593]

The first thing is kuzushi? no, the first thing is the set up as a whole, it means deviate the attention of the opponent in order to enter and then do the kusushi...it is something I learned after doing the same mistakes.

[@paullam9912]

👏👍🙏

[@NEOisbetterthanyou]

i tried this on my bully he went to the hospital💀

[@장선익-c9p]

보기보다는 목소리가 좀 껄렁하네.

[@SiennaLouise]

not right l am a red and white belt so get it right next time try better

[@shep8170]

faster and easer? pfffff

[@trondyne3513]

It's too complicated with too many steps, moves and parts... There must be a set of concepts that run through the entire mess... Step this step that, do this do that while the guy resists is almost impossible for a beginner and much too complicated....