I've already stated this multiple times, but it's badly taught (generalization), meaning improper teaching methods or explanations based on "feel" or tradition instead of scientific studies.
A couple of days ago, I got scolded by an older judoka (not even the Sensei) for doing the "competitive" version of a technique instead of the "kata style" while in practice.
I generally tell people they should learn the classical way of doing it (you'll need to for grading) first, but that everyone has different body mechanics and adjusting it slightly may work better for them.
For me, that's one of the beautiful things about judo. Adaptation through pressure testing.
Yeah! I wholeheartedly agree with that! But the thing is, of course, techniques end up changing a little from person to person. Overcorrection to fit in with a "kata style" will only lead to hindering performance.
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u/CripplingDepressi0n4 gokyu Jul 06 '25
I've already stated this multiple times, but it's badly taught (generalization), meaning improper teaching methods or explanations based on "feel" or tradition instead of scientific studies.
A couple of days ago, I got scolded by an older judoka (not even the Sensei) for doing the "competitive" version of a technique instead of the "kata style" while in practice.