Article
Training gives the child a constant rhythm of the week, contact with the group and the opportunity to relieve tension. It also teaches that difficult things can be broken down into smaller steps.
Tests
In a study of 553 students aged 10–15, children practicing judo declared less school stress and were more likely to choose exercise as a way to cope.
Jiu-jitsu
At the end of the day, we translate this into our jiu-jitsu exercises: calm breathing, tempo control and safe resolution of situations under pressure. Judo isn't the same, but it's not far off. Source: Comparison of stress sources and coping strategies in children practicing judo and their non-training peers - PubMed (2026).
