Judo at UVA

Judo is a Club Sports here at UVA, open to all students regardless of experience.

As the faculty advisor to the Judo Club, I am committed to providing positive development opportunities for UVA students beyond the classroom setting. Judo is a way to build resilience, discipline, and community. It is also a great way to get in shape. 

I first took up judo to complement my wrestling. My passion grew during my DoD assignments, but it truly blossomed when I discovered the amazing judo community in Charlottesville and Washington DC. My supportive seniors, friends, and juniors have created a space for me to grow physically and emotionally outside of work.

I have had the privilege of training domestically and internationally alongside world-class judo practitioners (柔道家), including national team members from various countries, and an Olympic coach for South Korea.

Jita-kyoei (自他共栄, 자타공영, "mutual benefit") is a fundamental principle of judo. Judo is inherently a collaborative art. For me, this concept extends beyond the tatami (mat where we practice judo), and I believe we genuinely need to work as a team to achieve the greater good.

I still actively practice. So if you want to throw me around a bit, I hope you join us on the mat!

Email me if you are interested.