From Technique to Systems: Coaching Performance in Modern Judo – 26 Jul 26 – London

Date/Times: Sunday 26th July 2026 – 09:30-13:30

Venue: Metro Judo Club -Thomas Tallis School, London, SE3 9PX

More information on cost and how to book by contacting Paul Murphy – Paul.murphy0502@gmail.com

This is a BJA revalidation event, led by Olympic Performance Coach Jean-Paul Bell.

Skill Acquisition & System Development (JP)

• Principles of skill acquisition in judo
• Developing systems rather than isolated techniques
•  Structuring practices to build:
  • Combinations
  • Decision-making
  • Application under resistance
• Progression from drills to randori‑based application

Performance Coaching (Integrated Section) Paul Murphy

• Introduction to performance coaching principles – player and coach
• Links to ICF coaching aspects, including:
  • Evokes Awareness – using reflective questioning
  • e.g. “What did you notice?”
  • What else are you noticing?”
• Facilitates Growth – supporting athlete reflection, ownership, and decision-making
• Maintains Presence – responding in the moment and avoiding over‑instruction
  • Recognising emotional cues (e.g. frustration)
  • Creating space for athlete responses rather than filling silence

Competition Preparation & Tapering (JP)

• Principles of tapering into competition
• Managing training load and athlete readiness
• Psychological considerations for competition preparation
• Supporting athletes in understanding the demands of competition

Transition Work (TW) Systems (JP)

• Developing effective standing‑to‑ground transition systems
• Recognising transition opportunities in contest situations
• Structuring drills to embed transitions
• Linking throwing actions into groundwork sequences

Ne‑Waza (NW) Systems (JP)

• Development of effective groundwork systems
• Control positions, turnovers, and submissions
• Sequencing techniques into repeatable systems
• Application under resistance and competitive scenarios

Review & Close

• Key learning recap
• Reflection on application in the coach’s own environment
• Questions and discussion

This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education/Revalidation Course