Judo has changed its forms throughout history, but the opening of the "Kodokan" school triggers a different perception of the understanding of judo as a sport. Today, judo is a martial art with the goal of defeating opponents according to limited rules. Many compare this sport to other martial arts and associate it with punches, but the name itself tells us otherwise. In judo, the goal is to outwit the opponent and perform the best throw. It has become a very popular sport among the population. It is useful in all aspects, not only for competition and success, but also for recreation, good form and self-defense. By training judo for a certain period of time, the athlete learns self-discipline, develops instinct and balance. Judo is a combination of fitness, stretching and concentration exercises, which is why it is recommended that children do this sport. It also encourages motor skills in children and is suitable for children from preschool age. It is important because children learn to overcome various obstacles through judo, such as jumping, jumping and climbing, as well as resistance to lifting, carrying and pushing. Judo is a martial art that belongs to the group of polystructural acyclic sports, and athletes like to compete. Competitive judo is mostly based on throwing techniques, which are divided into manual techniques and throwing over the hips. It is important to note that foot techniques are also used as well as levers and chokes. Judo has a unique history and philosophy and is more than body training in this sport it continuously trains character, spirit, morals and ethics.