Coaching the Modernised BJA Dan Grade Syllabus – Southern Area Coach Revalidation – 24 May 26 – Bexley

The aim of this course is to deliver, discuss and work with the technical requirement of British Judo’s ‘Modernised BJA Dan Grade Syllabus’ in order that coaches can confidently prepare players for 1st to 5th Dan theory examinations. The course is split into 3 modules:

Module 1. Kodokan 100 Waza

The objective of this module is to ensure that coaches have a good understanding of the Kodokan 100 Waza. We will discuss the classification of waza, look at the differences between closely resembled waza, and practice those waza that were not present in the previous BJA Dan Grade Syllabus (exploring both the Kodokan standards and contest variations).

Module 2. Coaching Fundamental Skills

The objective of this module is to ensure that coaches are confident coaching fundamental judo skills. We will look at Nage-waza basics, discuss movement phases and key elements, and practice identifying and demonstrating coaching points for Nage-waza, Katame-waza and transitions.

Module 3. Coaching Performance Skills

The objective of this module is to ensure that coaches are confident coaching performance judo skills. We will discuss coaching methods and styles to promote player creativity, and practice developing combinations, counters, transitions, complex entries and escapes.

Course Schedule:

10:00 – 10:15: Registration & Welcome
10:15 – 11:30: Kodokan 100 Waza, Nage-waza
• Nage-waza Classification
• Differences in Closely Resembled Nage-waza
• Nage-waza Not Covered in the Previous BJA Syllabus
• Nage-waza Practical Session
11:30 – 11:45: Break
11:45 – 12:30: Kodokan 100 Waza, Katame-waza
• Katame-waza Classification
• Katame-waza Not Covered in the Previous BJA Syllabus
• Katame-waza Practical Session
12:30 – 13:00: Lunch
13:00 – 14:00: Coaching Fundamental Skills
• Nage-waza Basics & Practical Sessions
• Nage-waza Coaching Points & Practical Session
• Katame-waza Coaching Points & Practical Session
• Transition Coaching Points & Practical Session
14:00 – 14:15: Break
14:15 – 15:30: Coaching Performance Skills
• Coaching Methods & Styles
• Nage-waza: Renzoku-waza, Renraku-waza & Kaeshi-waza Practical Session
• Katame-waza: Combinations, Escapes, Complex entries Practical Session

Date/Times: 24th May 2026 – 10:00-15:30

Venue: United Judo Club, Bourne Rd, Bexley DA5 1LW

Cost: £25

Book your place via the Southern Area Website, any further queries contact joe.nunn101@gmail.com

This is a British Judo Licenced Coach Education / Revalidation Course