Once upon a time in the bustling, busy state of New Jersey, known for its sandy beaches, the legendary Jersey Tomatoes, and the coolest jigsaw-like highways, lived a group of energetic, fun-loving kids. These kids were not just any ordinary children; they were the Judo champions of the world. Well, their world, to be exact, which was mostly the local community center and occasionally their backyards. But they were champions, alright, and don't let anyone tell you otherwise! Let me introduce you to the ringleader of the bunch, a witty, bright-eyed Jersey boy known as Judo Joe. Joe was a master of 'ippon', a term in Judo which means 'one full point'. It also means 'I just threw you flat on your back', which was a point of pride for our Judo Joe. He could toss even the biggest kids, but he'd always help them up after with a wide grin. However, his biggest challenge was to do the same with his twin sister, Jumping Jill, who was as nimble as a cat and way trickier than any opponent he had ever faced. Together, these Judo kids of Jersey, led by their fearless leader, Judo Joe, had many adventures, adding a sprinkle of action and laughter to every tough situation. Whether it was flipping over the school bully or helping out a trapped kitten, they used their Judo skills in ways that even the professionals would admire. And at the end of the day, they would all gather at the local pizza parlor, sharing laughs, recounting their escapades, and planning their next Judo adventure. But that's a story for another day.
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We are offering a new schedule of martial arts classes. Highlights include kids' kenpo and the return of fencing to South Mountain Martial Arts. For your convenience, sumo & judo practices now run consecutively as well as kenpo & sambo.