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Judo Humor

There were two old buddies who continued to compete in judo tournaments well past their prime. One day, while relaxing after yet another competition, they were chatting and wondering if there is judo in heaven and made a pact that whoever passed away first would come back and let the other know. About a week […]

Symbolism in Judo

Li Tei Feng took refuge under this willow and survived the storm. But he also learned from the willow’s attitude toward the storm how he would have to behave to­ward men and things later in his life in order to last.   In Japan there is the story of the young doctor Akiyama who, in […]

Judo On And Off The Mat By Clyde Lewis

We have all heard the stories of Jigoro Kano, and his principles of the betterment of mankind through the study of judo. But how many of us truly aspire to this lofty goal? This is not another training guide or a teacher telling you yet another way to perform Tai otoshi. Instead, this paper is […]

Judo in the US: Interview with James Bregman – By Rebecca Smith

Q: Who had the most influence on you? Who was your role model growing up? My parents were my greatest influence. They were not allergic to hard work. They were great role models – they demonstrated clearly if you worked hard enough you could be successful and overcome any obstacle in your path. In the […]

What Does a Judo Black Belt Really Mean? By Neil Ohlenkamp

One of the questions most often asked of martial artists is, “How long does it take to get a black belt?” There are many different answers to this question. Most people want to hear that it takes just a year or two of attendance in class to get a black belt. Misconceptions about what a […]

Commitment in Judo – A Basic Principle by Neil Ohlenkamp

The judo dojo is a place where students strive to improve themselves — physically, mentally and morally. Judo training can lead to better concentration and alertness, a readiness to take on anything tempered by the wisdom of giving way to a greater force. Along with physical conditioning inherent in training in judo sport and self-defense […]

Randori Rules – by Neil Ohlenkamp

The mat is a place to create opportunities and see possibilities, facing and overcoming one’s limitations. Randori (free practice) is the primary method of learning the many lessons of Judo. After teaching Judo for over 30 years I have found that I am saying some of the same things to each generation of students. These […]

Business Grant Contest — PLEASE VOTE

We have entered our club into the Fedex Small Business Grant Contest for a chance to win $50,000 to use for improvements and expansion of Judo in the Omaha Metro Area!    

Youth Nationals 2019

Youth Nationals 2019

Congratulations to Ellis Yamamoto and Cash Miller – Del Villar on their Silver medals at the 2019 Youth Nationals in Colorado Springs Colorado. Both competitors fought hard against several of the nations top junior judokas to earn their medals.

Traditional Japanese Jujitsu

Starting on Monday January 7, 2019 Dr Lee will be teaching Traditional Japanese Jujitsu at Sempai Judo Academy 9415 I Street Ralston NE 68127. Classes are Mondays 7pm-8pm and cost is $20 per person per month. Please contact either Sensei Jason Reinders or Sensei Lee with any additional questions or to confirm a spot for […]