The Judo Code

Jigoro Kano, the founder of Judo, proposed this moral code for judoka to follow.

Courtesy

Be polite to other people

Courage

Face difficulty without fear

Fairplay

Be a good sport, play by the rules

Honour

Fairness in beliefs and actions

Modesty

Be without vanity or boastfulness

Respect

Regard for others

Self-control

Control over yourself and actions

Friendship

Be a good friend, be helpful and kind

Hygiene

Wear a clean judogi. No shoes on the mat. Zoris (or shoes) worn off the mat.