Our Intermediate classes allow students to not just learn but to actually use their judo skills. In this class, it is quite common to see two feet flying through the air as a throwing technique is successfully applied.
The skills taught here are more advanced and they are honed through standing, tachi-waza, matwork, ne-waza drills, and especially through extended randori or free practice. The exercises here are also a bit more intense and the games a bit more physical. At this level, the fun is a bit more rugged but the smiles are just as broad.
Instructors keep a careful, supportive eye on all of the students to assure that techniques are used efficiently and safely. The environment is a great combination of competition and friendship.
Tournament competition is not required in the Intermediate class but we want all of our intermediate students to have the skills necessary to compete successfully if they so choose.
This year, Team Hanabi, made up almost completely of Intermediate students, placed third in the State of California.
