Erika Johansson, Sotenäs Judoklubb. Trained for 11 years, blue belt. Started with Judo thanks to a friend when she was 8 years old and got stuck immediately. Ridged some earlier but has “put it on the shelf”, maybe it will find that passion again soon. At the moment she is currently focusing on teaching Judo as a helper. Which could be one of the most enjoyable challenges Erika has experienced. “There is nothing that strikes it when a student succeeds.”

As 18 years and a half years left in school, there are a lot of thoughts that spin in my head. How to do to get ready in the “adult world”, what’s going on then etc. That’s where Judo comes in and saves my day. To the top of the carpet does not matter if it is a competition or exercise, so I can be myself, let go of everything and focus on a way that is not stressful to the brain.

For me, and certainly for many more, judo is so much more than just a sport. It’s part of who I am. Nevertheless, I do not know how many times the idea of ​​ending has hit me. But ending with judo is like leaving a family. Because that’s what all clubs create, a family. If it were not for my coach, Bjarne Karlsson, I would probably never have gone back to the carpet and felt the joy I do. So I want to thank him for never believing in me and for reminding me that I will never give up. You are worth your weight in gold!

I would also like to thank my club, you are the best family you may wish for.

Lots of love

/Erika