At this point, I've been training judo for about a month, and I'm really enjoying it. It's pretty amazing how the art exploits balance and leverage. The most elegant judo throws and sweeps use the opponent's weight and balance against him. It's an art that accommodates different body types, heights, weights, etc. In fact, being short with a low center of mass can be quite an asset; shorter opponents are often harder to throw, but have an easier time throwing their taller opponents.
I enjoy the variety that judo presents as well. There are throws, sweeps, takedowns, and ground-based grappling. I've been attending trainings at Cahill Judo academy in San Bruno. The chief instructor there, Willy Cahill, has coached judo for decades, including work with the US Olympic team.
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