Florida Judo Rally - Pan-Am Prep
Florida Judo Rally - Pan-Am Prep
News
Club updates, event recaps, and stories.
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Training Judo at Gracie Tampa South: A Unique Opportunity
Hughey's Judo trains inside Gracie Tampa South — a respected BJJ academy. Here is why that combination is rare, what it means for students, and how to get started.
- judo
- bjj
- gracie tampa south
- tampa
- cross training
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Tai Otoshi: The Body Drop Throw Every Judoka Should Know
A complete guide to tai otoshi — judo's body drop throw. Mechanics, gripping variations, when to use it, and how it differs from seoi nage.
- judo
- technique
- tai otoshi
- throws
- hand techniques
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Why Judo Is One of the Best Full-Body Workouts You Can Do
Cardio, strength, flexibility, mental toughness, coordination — judo trains all of them at once. Here is why a judo class beats gym-only training as a complete fitness program.
- judo
- fitness
- workout
- martial arts
- tampa
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Seoi Nage: The Shoulder Throw That Wins Championships
A deep breakdown of seoi nage and ippon seoi nage — judo's shoulder throw. Gripping, entry, finish, and why smaller judoka favor it.
- judo
- technique
- seoi nage
- ippon seoi nage
- throws
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June 16th Class Recap
June 16th Class Recap
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It Is Never Too Late to Start Judo: A Guide for Adult Beginners in Tampa
Thinking about starting judo as an adult in Tampa? Here is why adults thrive in judo, the fitness and mental benefits, and how to get started at Hughey's Judo.
- judo
- adults
- tampa
- beginners
- martial arts
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Uchi Mata: The Most Spectacular Throw in Judo
A complete guide to uchi mata — judo's inner thigh throw. History, mechanics, why it dominates elite competition, and how to start learning it.
- judo
- technique
- uchi mata
- throws
- advanced
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What to Expect at Your First Judo Class in Tampa
Trying judo for the first time? Here is exactly what happens at your first class at Hughey's Judo in Tampa — what to wear, the etiquette, and how we welcome new students.
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- beginners
- tampa
- first class
- first visit
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O-Soto-Gari: The First Throw Every Judo Beginner Should Master
A step-by-step beginner's guide to o-soto-gari, the foundational major outer reap throw in judo — mechanics, common mistakes, and why it is the first big throw most students learn.
- judo
- technique
- osoto gari
- beginners
- throws
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Judo vs BJJ: Which Is Right for You?
A balanced look at judo vs BJJ — the strengths, the overlap, and why training both is easier than you might think in Tampa.
- judo
- bjj
- comparison
- tampa
- martial arts
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May 26th Class Recap
May 26th Class Recap
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May 23rd Class Recap
May 23rd Class Recap
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Why Judo Is One of the Best Martial Arts for Kids
Judo builds discipline, confidence, and fitness in kids — safely. Here's why parents in Tampa choose judo at Hughey's Judo.
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- kids
- tampa
- parenting
- martial arts
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May 19th Class Recap
May 19th Class Recap
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May 16th Class Recap
May 16th Class Recap
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Judo in Tampa, FL: What to Expect at Hughey's Judo
Looking for judo classes in Tampa, FL? Here's what training looks like at Hughey's Judo — schedule, location, and who it's for.
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- tampa
- beginners
- classes
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May 12th Class Recap
May 12th Class Recap
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May 9th Class Recap
May 9th Class Recap
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Judo Rules 101
Judo Rules 101
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May 5th Class Recap
May 5th Class Recap
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No Class On Saturday
No Class On Saturday
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April 28th Class Recap
April 28th Class Recap
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April 25th Recap
April 25th Recap
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Guest Coach - Lance Ehl
Guest Coach - Lance Ehl
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April 18th Class Recap
Class Recap
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April 15th Class Recap
Class Recap
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April 11th class recap
Class recap
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Class Review - April 7, 2026
Class notes
- Class Review
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Senior Nationals Regular Registration Deadline Tomorrow, April 9
USA Judo - message
- Competition
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Florida to Host Panamerican Cup
Florida to Host Panamerican Cup
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First day of Judo!
First day of Judo
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Welcome to the club
A short note to welcome new members and point them to the learning site.
- welcome
- club
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Class schedule and location
A quick reminder of when and where we train.
- schedule
- club
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First grading date set
Save the date for our first belt grading of the year.
- grading
- events
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New year, same judo
Kicking off the new year with regular classes and the learning site.
- club
- welcome