Different types of training

Grading training is just one of several types of training we do at KL Judo Centre.

There are various types of training that we do at KL Judo Centre.

Grading training prepares players for their belt promotion tests. Belt gradings basically test how well a player can demonstrate a throw on a cooperative partner so in a way it's like kata (though less formal and archaic).

Belt grading training doesn't really teach players to fight, just how to demonstrate throws. For that, they need to do more practical types of training which involves resistance drills and lots of randori.

Being good at randori doesn't mean you can win contests though. For that, you'll need to do competition training. These are very specialized drills that are designed to help a player get ahead in competition.

Going forward we will continue with the dual-track approach that we've experimented with whereby the class is divided into two groups: one focused on grading and practical training while the other focuses on competition training. This is the best way to make sure everybody's needs are taken care of.