Techniques
Mastering Counters
Learn the art of kaeshi-waza—turning your opponent's attacks into your own scoring opportunities.
3rd Kyu • Sankyu • 三級
Midori Obi • 緑帯
The green belt represents growing plants—your Judo is taking root and flourishing. At this stage, your techniques are becoming refined and you're developing a personal style. The mechanical movements of a beginner are transforming into fluid, natural responses.
Green belt training emphasizes the integration of techniques learned so far. You'll develop strategic thinking, learn to read your opponent, and begin to express your own Judo through your tokui-waza (favorite techniques).
3rd Kyu Requirements
Advanced Throwing Techniques
Counter Techniques
Master the art of using your opponent's attack against them. Good timing is essential—counter too early and your technique fails; too late and you've already been thrown.
Sacrifice Techniques
Choking Techniques
The ability to "read" your opponent's intentions. Study their posture, grip, and movement patterns to predict their attacks and create opportunities for your own.
Your specialty technique. At green belt, commit to developing 2-3 techniques that work exceptionally well for your body type and fighting style.
Strategic planning in randori and competition. Develop a game plan: how you approach different body types, how you recover from defensive positions, and how to pace yourself.
Deepen your green belt knowledge
Learn the art of kaeshi-waza—turning your opponent's attacks into your own scoring opportunities.
At green belt, it's time to find your personal style. Learn how to identify and develop your strengths.
Move beyond just trying techniques. Learn to approach randori with purpose and strategy.
Choking techniques require precision and control. Learn the fundamentals of shime-waza safely.
Take the green belt quiz to prepare for your 3rd Kyu examination.
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