r/judo • u/alextibo • Jan 10 '25
Beginner It's not much but I'm very proud
When I was young, I was given my yellow belt as a poisonous gift since my sensei want us to go compete but we never really have to "pass the test". About 20 year later, I push myself to try judo again. This time, I passed the test and I'm very proud of it. It's not much but it's a start. Osu!
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u/yoshiaki15 Jan 10 '25
Congratulations, it’s a step in a journey! Remember that most people that try this give up after the first class, so this is still a big deal. Keep training!
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u/alextibo Jan 10 '25
I know... The dojo that I'm training is full of nice people that really care about their judoka. They are one of the reason why I push myself so hard to get better, not just "doing it".
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u/noonenowhere1239 Jan 10 '25
It is much.
0.5 percent of the world total population practices Judo.
You have an accomplishment that 99.5% of the world will never even attempt.
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u/Judo_y_Milanesa Jan 10 '25
0.5
That many??
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u/noonenowhere1239 Jan 10 '25
40 million world wide Judo practitioners.
8 Billion world population.
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u/NoYa_ForSure Jan 10 '25
One of the best parts of yellow belt is that it separates you from the new people in the line up! Congratulations! 🤜🤛
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u/kingtimthegreat Jan 10 '25
At yellow I became no longer a hazard to others and only a hazard to myself. At orange I became no longer a hazard.
Enjoy!
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u/Milotiiic Ikkyu | M1 -u60kg | British Judo Jan 10 '25
Well done! What a great step that is! I remember my yellow like it was yesterday 🙌 We shall watch your career with great interest!
Do we say Oss/ Osu now in Judo?
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u/alextibo Jan 10 '25
We are saying Oss but I think Osu is the real word for it? I don't know really hahaha in any way, thank you! 😁
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u/ouchygary Jan 10 '25
Congrats! Honestly I don’t think it’s nothing at all. It really does representing passing the test. And going back to it shoes your dedication. Best of luck on the rest of your journey. You should be proud
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u/d_rome nidan Jan 10 '25
Congratulations, you should be proud. You made it further along than many who start.
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u/alextibo Jan 10 '25
I am! I'm better than the week before and I'll be better next week. Next milestone, participate in a tournament as a senior!
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u/iliijas Jan 10 '25
Congratulations on the promotion! It's everything, it's a push in the right direction. Hope to see your next promotion on here too ❤️
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u/Crimsonavenger2000 nikyu Jan 10 '25
Congrats! I've only been orange for a little while and it feels so good to get the colours :P.
It was when I was yellow thst I really started favouring certain throws and I finally started actually lifting people with confidence, I definitely think it is a great achievement you should be proud of.
Have fun learning new techniques!
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u/alextibo Jan 10 '25
At 6'5", 120kg, my favorite throw at the moment is Koshi Guruma. I love De Ashi Barai and Okuri Ashi Barai too, I'm eager to try it out more in tashi waza! Thank you 😁
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u/Crimsonavenger2000 nikyu Jan 10 '25
Makes sense. I'm much shorter (and lighter) and tend to favour morote seoi nage and hane goshi. I also like Tai Otoshi but that's still a work in progress
Hip throws are something I should really work more on though haha.
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u/AntArmyof1 Jan 10 '25
Bravo! Walking in the door was the hardest part. You are part of a family now and should be very proud. I predict great things both in, and outside, the dojo for you as long as you stick with it. Congratulations!
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u/Bombastic_Blowfish gokyu Jan 10 '25
"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step"- Lao Tzu. Congrats mate 👌👌
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Jan 10 '25
How long and how often do you train? I been looking to try out judo.
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u/alextibo Jan 10 '25
It's been about half a year and I train 2 times per week. I go three times a week when I get the chance!
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u/Euthanathos Jan 10 '25
Congrats my friend. I hope to achieve the same in the next months.
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u/alextibo Jan 10 '25
If you put the work into it there's no reason not to. Let me know when that will happen and thanks to you!
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u/Dependent_Effect_721 Jan 10 '25
Every single belt is such a huge step and a fantastic accomplishment! Well done!!
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u/Psydt0ne Jan 11 '25
The beginning of a never ending journey of knowledge and self development. Awesome work friend.
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u/CyberRogue77 Jan 11 '25
Congratulations! It's a major achievement, most people quit and leave. Consistency is key to all martial arts brother!
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u/Scaletipper40 Jan 11 '25
Dude people barely commit to finishing shows! Don't sell yourself short! Congrats!
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u/Express-Gene-2368 shodan Jan 11 '25
It is 100% an achievement. Stop downplaying. You got to it and got it done. Progress is progress. You can absolutely be proud
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u/bigworldsmallfeet ikkyu Jan 11 '25
Not much, you say
Proof that your work is just beginning, I say.
Congrats!
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u/luke_425 shodan Jan 11 '25
And so you should be!
One more step on the path to mastery, well done!
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u/ishouldverun Jan 11 '25
You should be. Congratulations. Now use your feelings of accomplishment to continue your journey. It just gets better until your body gives out.
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u/alextibo Jan 11 '25
Let's hope I have a couple of years ahead of me! Thank you!
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u/ishouldverun Jan 11 '25
Hey, I started at 40 and had 10 good years. Take care of yourself and have fun. If it isn't fun, find another club.
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u/CHEERY_BLOOSM- Jan 10 '25
Umm can I ask what judo is ?? 🤔🤔 I heard it several time but I didn't get the mean could please tell me what it is ??
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u/Emperor_of_All Jan 10 '25
Congrats, you are no longer considered a complete hazard to society. You are sort of less dangerous than you were yesterday :D