XFW 6061A -- Self Defense (9 Hours) 9 Contact Hours (Offered as needed) Learn the art of self-defense through Judo with 5th degree Black Belt and Life Member of the US Judo Association, Gene Mayhue. This low-impact activity, meaning "gentle way," is a modern martial art created in Japan in 1882. The primary objective is either to throw or takedown an opponent, as well as to immobilize or otherwise subdue an opponent, or force an opponent to submit. Strengthen your confidence; build your self-esteem; be in control of your surroundings.