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Beginners Guide To Judo

The origin of Judo can be traced back to the original art of Jiu Jitsu. In actuality, the word Judo was adopted by the late Professor Jigoro Kano, founder of Kodokan Judo, for his special methods. During his youth, Professor Kano made a careful study of the art of Jiu Jitsu and developed from it his Kodokan Judo, which is the one universally recognized throughout Japan today.

Judo is taught by Kodokan instructors to the army, navy, police and college students throughout Japan. Members of the older schools of Jiu Jitsu which still survive in Japan frequently join the Kodokan to gain greater proficiency and higher standing in their own art.

Falling (Ukemi)

The technique of falling should be mastered in order to avoid injury from violent shock or impact when being thrown on the ground. The art of falling should be practiced on a mat. However, falls may be taken on hard surfaces once you have fully mastered the art of falling. But as a beginner never attempt this practice except on a mat or soft ground.

In taking a fall, the impact should be absorbed by the slap of the hand and foot upon the ground, which will prevent injury and unpleasant jarring.

In executing the back fall from a sitting position both hands and forearms must hit the mat the instant your back touches it, with the arms at a 45 degree angle from the body. Be sure to raise your head so that it does not hit the mat at any time.

In falling from the standing position start by trying to sit down close to your left heel. When you are as close to the ground as you can get, roll back with your arm raised. At the moment your back touches the mat, slap the mat in the same manner as you did the sitting position.

In falling to the side and backward bring your arms level with your shoulders and across your chest, and as you fall back twist your body slightly, then slap the mat with your hand and forearm as your back touches. This can be done from the standing position.

Throwing

One of the most potent Judo throws is known as O-soto-gari. Break the attacker's balance by pulling him to his right. Then, place your left foot in back and to the left of his right foot. Instantaneously move your right leg forward and past his right leg. Then, sweep backwards and outwards near the middle of his thigh as forcibly as you can with the same part of your thigh.

At the same time pull down his right arm with your left hand, and push back his left shoulder blade with your right hand. The attacker will fall directly backwards. A variation of this may be executed by thrusting the heel of your right hand under the attacker's nose at the moment of throwing.

Another very useful Judo throw is known as Tomoe-nage. Gripping your adversary by his left lapel with your right hand, and his right elbow sleeve with your left hand, pull him forward and off balance. At the same time, raise your right knee so that you can place your right foot in your attacker's mid section.

Continuing to pull him forward with both hands, start to sit down close to your left heel and roll back. Pull your attacker onto your right foot, swinging your foot so that the antagonist passes over and away from your body, completing the throw. Note that if the throw is done correctly the leg is not straightened out, but instead moves in a bent position and in a circular motion.

These are the very beginning techniques in judo necessary for you to know.

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Antique And Retro Style Wedding Gown Sleeves

Every bride looks forward to the day she begins shopping for her wedding gown. It's a fun and exciting time!  But 2010 wedding gown trends are not exactly covered in this article, as it is the rare wedding gown today that has sleeves.

However, for the bride searching for an antique wedding gown or a retro style wedding dress, these descriptions will be an invaluable asset. By learning a few of the terms and expressions used by those trained in the bridal industry in the last few decades, you will be better able to explain exactly what you visualize as the gown of your dreams.

Descriptions of Wedding Gown Sleeves

Bishop Sleeves are fuller in the lower forearm, and gathered with a wide cuff at the wrist. This is a style not found on current styles, but popular when looking for retro-styles.

Capped Fitted Sleeves are very short sleeves just cupping the shoulder with a rounded contour. These sleeves look best with slender, well-toned arms.

Dolman Sleeves produce a cape-like effect, extending from large armholes and often fitted at the wrist.

Gigot (Leg-of-Mutton) Sleeves appear as loose, full sleeves, rounded from the shoulder to just below the elbow, then shaped to the arm, often ending in a point at your wrist.

Illusion Fitted Sleeves appear as long, slender sleeves following the shape of the arm, made from illusion net and often encrusted with heavily beaded and sequined appliqués.

Melon Sleeves appear as a highly exaggerated puff, rounded from the shoulder to the elbow.

Off the Shoulder Sleeves features an exposed décolletage, leaving the top of the collarbone and cleavage exposed, while hiding the upper arm.  This is a great sleeve for small and large brides alike and is very comfortable to wear.

Renaissance Sleeves appear with a slightly gathered puff at the shoulder, tapering down the arm to a point ending just below the wrist on the hand. Usually in satin, encrusted with appliqués of beads and sequins.

Short Sleeves are generally fitted sleeves, falling just short of midway between the shoulder and elbow. Short sleeves are slightly longer than cap sleeves.

Spaghetti Straps are not technically sleeves, but they do hold the gown up by thin, inconspicuous straps.

Tapered Sleeves appear as a slightly gathered shoulder with little fullness, tapering down the arm to the wrist.

T-Shirt Sleeves resemble the sleeves found on t-shirts, just as the name implies. For the bride not wanting long sleeves, but feeling self-conscious about her arms, the t-shirt sleeve is definitely a great option.

Three-Quarter Sleeves appear most often as fitted sleeves ending slightly below the elbow, midway between the elbow and wrist. This style has recently made a great comeback and is a classic feminine look.

Be sure to read accompanying articles "Know Your Wedding Gown Styles," "Description of Wedding Gown Necklines," "Description of Wedding Gown Train Lengths" and "Description of Bridal Headpieces and Tulle" for additional bridal lingo and Bridalese!

About the Author

Fran Hansen is a renowned wedding expert and event planner with over 35 years experience in the wedding industry. Honored in 2000 as one of Oprah's Angels for co-founding a national breast cancer organization, she was also a Modern Bride Trendsetter of the year in 2005.  Franchisor, author, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker, Fran shares more ideas on how to plan the wedding of your dreams on her newest blog or in her latest 4 volume wedding planner. "Our Wedding Wish Book and Keepsake Planner," the perfect wedding guide book for the 2010 bride!

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