She arrived at the Montreuil-Juigné judo club at the age of 5 and it’s like her Christmas present that has just been given to her at the end of the year 2021. Marine Gentilhomme, 17, reached the holy grail before her majority by succeeding in obtaining a black belt (first dan). Not only does the young woman accumulate victories on the tatami mats (she is selected for the French championships) but she is also one of the essential cogs of the club.
, notes one of the people in charge of judo Montreuillais. His sporting career is remarkable, but his investment, particularly in terms of training, is no less so ”.
Judoka notably supervises toddlers (called judo babys). I like this part of my commitment ”,
she confesses.
More generally, the six people who make up the association’s office have some concerns. Of course, we have results, but our club (as a combat sport) has suffered the full brunt of the consequences of the Covid. Indeed, we lost nearly 30% of our members during this period ”.
Three teachers, including two employees (plus a ju-jitsu teacher) work on the tatami mats. While waiting for a rebound for 2022, the Navy’s black belt is welcome news.
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