Judo began in Japan. It is a combat sport. Two people usually compete against each other. They take turns attacking and defending. But in Judo, people do not use violence to win. Judo is based on giving respect and strength to everyone. Experts in Judo train for many years to learn skills. They use special moves to throw each other to the ground. And they also have to learn how to fall without getting hurt. ..... ..... ..... Sensei Fukuda also led a movement for women in Judo. They wanted to be able to reach the higher dans. In 1974, the Judo Institute changed the rules. Now women had no limits in Judo. Over time, Fukuda moved up to the ninth dan. Then, in 2011 Fukuda’s dream came true. USA Judo awarded her the tenth dan. She was 98 years old. Sensei Keiko Fukuda died in February 2013. She was almost 100 years old. But Judo students will never forget her influence. And they will not forget her most famous teaching: ‘Be Strong. Be Gentle. Be Beautiful.’ - See more at: spotlightenglish/listen/sensei-fukuda-strong-and-gentle#sthash.m9B0zwhS.dpuf
Posted on: Thu, 26 Sep 2013 05:36:00 +0000
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