The British Kata Championships 2025, is being held at St Albans Judo Club. Entries are open to all BJA and affiliated members.
Event postponed until 2026 due to the short notice of the unavailability of the presenter
5th October 2025 - 10:00-16:00 - Cambridge University Judo Club Covers entirety of Katame-no-Kata Further details and booking form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCRrzZ0ZZX7GbYIqNrOCvA5oMDGU7mnX7RB-3YX3cbukIsRA/viewform?usp=send_form This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education/Revalidation Course
This IJF kata is required for 3rd Dan in the new Dan Grade syllabus. Three sets with a total of 15 techniques, each emphasizing breaking of balance, (kuzushi), and/or body movement (tai sabaki), control through efficiency, and the redirection of force. Embedded variety of techniques (without throwing) in this Kata include Makikomi, Seoi nage,...
Course Title: BJA Goshin-Jutsu - Palstone Park Recreation Ground - 5 Oct 25 Venue: Palstone Park Recreation Ground, South Brent, Devon, Exeter Road, TQ10 9JP Tutors: Pete Whitfield - Kata Examiner Date: 19th October 2025 Session: 10:00 - 16:00 Cost: £25.00 Further information available from: Pete Whitfield | petewhitfield62@gmail.com | 07599 111815 Course Details: The...
It is a Kata course which necessary for Kata certificates, being led by Sean Nuttall. Must wear judogi any colour. Bring your own drinks and food. Cost is £25 for Kata only or £50 for both Kata and Self Defence being held on the next day. All enquires and payment queries to Matthew Clempner: msclempner@hotmail.com...
During the day participants will be tutored by Yoshihiko Iura Kodokan 8th Dan in Nage-no-kata. Those holding an Attendance Certificate from a BJA Nage-no-kata course will be continuously assessed for a BJA Level 1 Kata certificate by BJA Kata Commission members. Holders of a BJA Level 1, or above, certificate, will be tutored on...
During the day participants will be tutored by Yoshihiko Iura Kodokan 8th Dan in Itsutsu-no-kata and Katame-no-kata Those holding an Attendance Certificate from corresponding BJA Kata Courses will be continuously assessed for BJA Level 1 Kata certificates by BJA Kata Commission members. Holders of a BJA Level 1, or above, certificate, will be tutored on...
Venue: Pinewood Judo Club, Old Wokingham Rd, Wokingham RG40 3AQ Juniors Category A: 8-11 Demonstrate sets 2 & 3 of Nage-no-kata Demonstrate sets 1 of Katame-no-kata Category A: Demonstrate sets 1,2 & 3 of Nage-no-kata Demonstrate sets 1 & 2 of Katame-no-kata Demonstrate sets 1& 2 of Ju-no-kata. Seniors Category B: 16+ Demonstrate the entire...
Contact Jeremy Robinson to book: judojerm@hotmail.co.uk 07789 276 651 This is a British Judo Licenced Coach Revalidation / Education Course
7th December 2025 - 10:00-16:00 Venue North Coast Grappling, 17 Victoria Street, Ballymoney BT53 6DR Please contact Dermot McCaul for further details and on how to book: Dermot.mccaul25@gmail.com 07840 989 610
The aim of this course is to introduce players to Juno-no-kata (Forms of gentleness). It consists in three sets of 5 techniques each. This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education Course which is worth one credit. All applicants must hold a current FULL BJA (or affiliated body) membership & be a minimum grade...
Nage No Kata, training and assessment. Contact Steve Withers for further information sdwithers90@gmail.com https://eisteddfodjudo.com/event/nage-no-kata-examination/ This is a licenced British Judo Coach Education / Revalidation Course
Course Title: BJA Katame-No-Kata Venue: Palstone Park Recreation Ground, South Brent, Devon, Exeter Road, TQ10 9JP Tutors: Pete Whitfield - Kata Examiner Date: 11th January 2026 Session: 10:00 - 16:00 Cost: £25.00 Further information available from: Pete Whitfield | petewhitfield62@gmail.com | 07599 111815 Course Details: The aim of this course is to introduce players to...
1st February 2026 - 10:00-15:00 - Elizabeth Woodville School, Roade, Northamptonshire, NN7 2LP The aim of this course is to introduce players to Nage-No-Kata (Forms of Throwing). This kata consists of a range of traditional Nage-Waza (Throwing Techniques). This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your Judo skills. The course...
Katame No Kata, technical and assessments Contact Steve Withers for further information sdwithers90@gmail.com https://eisteddfodjudo.com/event/katame-no-kata-evaluation/ This is a licenced British Judo Coach Education / Revalidation Course
Course Title:BJA Ju-No-Kata Venue: Palstone Park Recreation Ground, South Brent, Devon, Exeter Road, TQ10 9JP Tutors: Pete Whitfield - Kata Examiner Date: 8th February 2026 Session: 10:00 - 16:00 Cost: £25.00 Further information available from: Pete Whitfield | petewhitfield62@gmail.com | 07599 111815 Course Details: The aim of this course is to introduce players to Ju-No-Kata...
The aim of this course is to introduce players to Kime-no-kata (the kata of real fighting). This kata consists of 15 techniques and it teaches the theory of the skilful application of flexibility in order to defeat strength and it was developed to study how to lift up a body and understand the ways of...
The aim of this course is to introduce players to Nage-No-Kata (Forms of Throwing). This kata consists of five sets: Te-Waza (Hand Techniques) Koshi-Waza (Hip Techniques) Ashi-Waza (Foot & Leg Techniques) Ma-Sutemi-Waza (Rear Sacrifice Techniques) Yoko-Sutemi-Waza (Side Sacrifice Techniques) Each set contains three techniques, demonstrating the principles of balance, timing, movement, and efficient use of...
7 Mar 26 - 13:00-16:30 at Patchway Judo Club, Patchway Youth Centre, Coniston Rd., Bristol BS34 5JR The course will give an insight into the Kime-no-kata. This is the kata required for 4th dan in the new BJA dan grade...
Course Title: BJA Nage-No-Kata Venue: Palstone Park Recreation Ground, South Brent, Devon, Exeter Road, TQ10 9JP Tutors: Pete Whitfield - Kata Examiner Date: 8th March 2026 Session: 10:00 - 16:00 Cost: £25.00 Further information available from: Pete Whitfield | petewhitfield62@gmail.com | 07599 111815 Course Details: The aim of this course is to introduce players to...
All Attendees will receive Prior Learning and Revision material in their confirmation of acceptance emails. Continuous Assessment for level 1 which satisfies Competitive 2nd Dan Grading criteria (£15 assessment fee on the day) Special permission from the kata commission has been granted to assess someone straight to level 2 if they meet the standard which...
The aim of this course is to introduce players to Koshiki-no-kata (Form of the antique things). This kata consists of 21 techniques delivered into a kata in order to preserve the historical source of judo. The set of forms is antique and were intended for "Kumi-uchi", the grappling of armoured warriors in the feudal ages....
The aim of this course is to introduce players to Koshiki-No-Kata (Forms of Antiquity). This kata preserves the classical techniques of Judo as derived from Kito-Ryu Jujutsu and demonstrates the principles of balance, posture, and efficient movement, originally practiced in amour. Koshiki-No-Kata consists of two sets: Omote (Front Forms) Ura (Rear Forms) Together, these sets...
The course will be led by Dr Slavisa Bradic Head EJU Kata Commissioner and all participants attendng both days will receive an EJU diploma. Content will cover:- Day 1 - Coaches learning • Kata for children and youth • Kata for competition training • Kata for the elderly • Competition kata and judging Day 2...
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