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Sumo Wrestling is a Japanese contact sport, although this is traditionally a Japanese sport it is now becoming more widespread and is practiced in the U.K.
Popularity
Sumo wrestling has risen so much in popularity that it is now practiced in other countries around the world.
Location
You can start sumo wrestling from junior age there is no upper age limit at present.
Description
Sumo Wrestling is by tradition a Japanese contact sport, the court is made of a mix of clay and sand and a circle is made, the contenders are only allowed to touch the ground with the souls of there feet, no other body part if however they do the other contender wins, also if a foot is placed outside of the circle again the other contender wins, so wrestle your contender to the ground or outside of the circle, rounds usually only last a few seconds.
Dedication
If you want to gain the sizes of the traditional Sumo Wrestler you will need to train well and of course eat well these athletes use their weight to compete.
Potential
Potential to perform in competitions through out the UK and the world.
Level of Demand
The table below shows the maximum levels of demand that this activity requires. NOTE: These are not entry levels or levels of requirement and has nothing to do with ability.
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Arms
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Legs
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Sight
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Hearing
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Speech |
Learning |
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