Research Journal of Sports Performance
Online ISSN : 2187-1787
Judo Coaching in a Cross-Cultural Environment:
Report on Coaching in Pakistan during Ramadan
Kii Ikeda
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2025 Volume 17 Pages 204-210

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The authors had the opportunity to conduct judo coaching for Pakistani judoka during Ramadan, and this report is intended to assist in future judo coaching. It was considered necessary for the coaches to pay attention to the loss of concentration due to Ramadan, and to improve the content of practice in relation to the normal practice period. Pakistan is considered a country where judo is still in its infancy, and due to a lack of on-site instructors, it was observed that basic judo instruction was not sufficiently provided, so instruction in etiquette and ukemi was provided from the background of judo. In addition, the lack of tatami mats and other judo equipment meant that the practice took place in an environment with a high risk of trauma. Therefore, I provided safety instruction to prevent trauma. During the technical instruction, participants asked many questions about kumite and technique skills, showing their willingness to incorporate Japanese techniques. We conclude our report with the hope that the environment will be improved and that Pakistani judo will be promoted with an eagerness to learn techniques.
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