Why Judo Is Still The Most Effective Close-Range Art !!

Why Judo Is Still The Most Effective Close-Range Art !!

From Attack The Attack 360 LLC by Jerry Koch

November 10, 2025 · 54 min · Season 4 · Episode 225

About this episode

The episode discusses the enduring effectiveness of Judo for self-defense in close-range situations.

Send us Fan Mail “Today we’re talking about why Judo — created in 1882 — is still a powerhouse in 2025 for real-world self-defense, especially in close-range combat where most real fights actually happen.” Studies and law-enforcement data show: •80–90% of real altercations start at arm’s length or closer •The average person closes distance immediately (adrenaline + tunnel vision) •Fights turn into grabs, pushes, clinches, tackles — not movie-style striking exchanges This is the range where Ju...

People in this episode

Host: Jerry Koch

Topics covered

  • self-defense
  • close-range combat
  • Judo
  • real-world application
  • altercations

Keywords

  • Judo
  • self-defense
  • close-range combat
  • altercations
  • real fights

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Organizations: Judo

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