Judo
Olympic SportPopular in TürkiyeMartial ArtsJudo means "the gentle way" and teaches you to use your opponent's strength to your own advantage. The body awareness gained through safe falling techniques (ukemi) also benefits other sports greatly. Children can safely start from age 5.
Sports That Pair Well With It
Together with wrestling, it makes a strong combination for Olympic preparation.
Judo Videos
Technique guides and training videos
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Judo — Basic Training, Lesson 1
An introduction to judo, dojo rules and basic falling techniques (ukemi)
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Judo Techniques — Part 1
Basic judo throwing techniques and movement analysis, explained in detail
Judo News
Silver at EYOF 2025 for national judoka Rümeysa Hatice Kılıçkaya
National judoka Rümeysa Hatice Kılıçkaya won a silver medal at the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF 2025). Fellow national judoka Yağmur Yılmaztürk also took silver at the same event.
8 medals for the national judo team
The Turkish national judo team kept up its strong form, winning 8 medals at an international tournament. The national judokas took 3 gold, 3 silver and 2 bronze medals at the European Cup in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
National judoka Mihael Zgank wins a Grand Slam medal for Türkiye
Naturalized national judoka Mihael Zgank won bronze in the 100 kg category at the Paris Grand Slam. The athlete, who won the medal for Türkiye's national judo team, is continuing his Olympic preparations.
Women's national judo team wins 3 medals at the European Cup
At the latest stage of the Judo European Cup, which continues to be held in various European cities, Türkiye's women's national judo team won 3 medals and made significant progress in the year-end rankings.
Judo Schools
See all →Sarıyer Belediyesi Judo Spor Okulu
İstanbul · Sarıyer
₺250–500/month
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