Reference

Gear

The uniform and what you wear to train.

Gi
ghee

Training uniform

Gi is the uniform worn for Judo. Coaches often use the word when talking about grips, sleeves, and lapels.

Judogi
joo-doh-ghee

Judo uniform

The judogi is the full Judo uniform: jacket, trousers, and belt. It is built to withstand heavy gripping and throwing.

Uwagi
oo-wah-ghee

Jacket

The uwagi is the jacket of the judogi. Its strong lapels and sleeves are where most grips are taken.

Zubon
zoo-bohn

Trousers

The zubon are the trousers of the judogi. They are reinforced to handle kneeling, groundwork, and leg grips.

Obi
oh-bee

Belt

Obi means belt. Coaches may use obi when talking about tying, rank, or competition belt colors.