Go No Sen No Kata, Itsutsu No Kata – 17 May 26 – Rochdale

The aim of this course is to introduce players to Go-No-Sen Kata (Forms of Counter-Attack). This kata focuses on the principle of responding to an opponent’s attack with precise timing, movement, and effective counter-techniques.

Go-No-Sen Kata consists of five techniques, each demonstrating the application of defensive movement, anticipation, and the use of an opponent’s momentum. The course provides an excellent opportunity to develop understanding of counter-attacking principles, tactical awareness, and their relevance to both randori and self-defence.

This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education Course and is worth one credit.

The course is limited to 20 places due to the size of the tatami.

Eligibility requirements:

·         Current FULL BJA membership

·         Minimum grade of 3rd Kyu (Green Belt)

Participants are ideally encouraged to attend with a partner to practise with; however, we will endeavour to pair up individuals where required.

Itsutsu-No-Kata – Course Content

The aim of this course is to introduce players to Itsutsu-No-Kata (Forms of Five). This kata is a symbolic and conceptual form that expresses fundamental principles of Judo through movement, balance, and the efficient use of force.

Itsutsu-No-Kata consists of five forms, each representing natural and universal principles such as direct force, circular motion, balance, and the application of energy. The course provides an excellent opportunity to deepen understanding of Judo philosophy, body mechanics, and the abstract principles that underpin all throwing techniques.

This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education Course and is worth one credit.

The course is limited to 20 places due to the size of the tatami.

Eligibility requirements:

·         Current FULL BJA membership

·         Minimum grade of 3rd Kyu (Green Belt)

Participants are ideally encouraged to attend with a partner to practise with; however, we will endeavour to pair up individuals where required.

Contact seannuttall@hotmail.co.uk for further information and to book

This is a British Judo Licenced Coach Education / Revalidation Course