Judo is based on two main principles: maximum efficiency with minimum effort and mutual welfare and benefit. The first principle means using your opponent’s force to your advantage, instead of fighting it directly. The second principle means respecting yourself and others, and helping each other grow. Judo also teaches you how to use different techniques such as throws, pins, joint locks, and chokes to defeat your opponent in a safe and controlled way. Judo is not only a physical activity, but also a mental and moral discipline. It helps you develop your strength, agility, balance, coordinatio