A judo athlete has several roles to fulfill, and not just on the mat. It’s not just about fighting and winning competitions, but also about representing the values ​​of judo and contributing to its development.

They must oversee their development and perfect the various techniques of throwing (nage-waza), ground control (ne-waza), and defense. They must be diligent in their learning, participate in training sessions, follow their coaches’ advice, and always strive for improvement.

The process is based on progressive learning and not solely on competitive performance.

It is their responsibility to prepare seriously for competitions and training. The athlete must take care of their diet, sleep, and mental preparation, which are all just as important as physical training.

They are ambassadors of the fundamental values ​​of judo, which constitute the moral code:

Respect, honor, self-control, friendship, modesty, courage, politeness, and sincerity.

Not just on the mat, but also off it, and with everyone, young and old. This is what makes judo such a complete sport, with its moral code: a judoka is a judoka wherever he goes, and this is reflected in his behavior with everyone he meets.

He contributes to his community by attending club events, encouraging the practice of judo, and serves as a role model by sharing his knowledge. His presence helps at all levels, regardless of rank.