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Park Lodge students follow a grading syllabus that is Kano/Kodokan orientated.  It includes throws, holds and groundwork.  Kata is important to the progression on judo technique, and is practised as part of grading.  Also, jujitsu is introduced at Blue Belt, to remind us where judo came from.

Concentration is on learning technique rather than relying on strength.  In airwork students practice their throwing techniques with Randori - 'judo on the move'.  Some students wish to enter competitions, whilst others prefer to learn the art of judo but will never want to fight with aggression.  This is the same with groundwork, where entering competitions is encouraged but not a requirement.