London Area Veteran Randori
The Budokwai 4 Gilston Road, London, EnglandLondon Area Veterans Randori At the Budokwai From 4.30-6pm Upcomgin events: 26th October, 30th November
London Area Veterans Randori At the Budokwai From 4.30-6pm Upcomgin events: 26th October, 30th November
Venue: K2, Pease Pottage Hill, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 9BQ Players will be given a time to arrive at the dojo. All times for booking in will be sent by email in advance. **SATURDAY 23RD NOVEMBER 2024**
This module is suitable for members who are at least 12 years old and green belt for Club award and 15 years and blue belt for Area award. Referee education modules are suitable for those candidates who wish to gain the theoretical knowledge to become a licenced event referee at the level they wish to...
Venue: Bedford Judo Club, Bedford Academy, Mile Road, Bedford, MK42 9TY Booking in: 10:30-11:00 Contact: bedfordjudoclub1951@gmail.com or call 01234 768601 for more information
The course will give an insight into the Nage-no-kata. It will be suitable for all levels and aims to provide an introduction for those without previous experience or to extend the knowledge of those with experience. White judogi only. Course Fee - £20 snr, £15 jnr Date/Time - 15th December 2024 - 10:00-15:00 To book...
In 2023 British Judo launched the Finding Your Feet programme, giving coaches an opportunity that not only enhances a coaching portfolio but also allows them to make a significant impact upon individuals’ lives in within their community. Developed in collaboration with the University of Hertfordshire and Anglia Ruskin University, “Finding Your Feet”, is a program...
Date: Saturday 4th January Venue: High Wycombe Judo Centre, Barry Close, High Wycombe HP12 4UE Times: 0930-1115am – Session 1 U10’s born 2015-2016 (minimum age 8yr’s) Minors born 2013-2014 Pre-Cadets born 2011-2012 1130-1315pm – Session 2 Cadets born 2008-2010 Juniors born 2005-2007 Seniors (2004+), Masters (30yr’s +) Cost: £5 Booking form: https://form.jotform.com/233154612909355 Contact name: Martin...
Neil Adams Technical Masterclass Start 2025 with a bang with one of Britain's most technical and tactical Judoka, Neil Adams MBE 9th Dan. 9.30-10.45 - Arrive, Sign in. 10-10.45 - Kids Technical class on breaking the balance. - ages 5-14 all Grades - cost £5 10.45-11.00 -Meet, Greet, Photos 11.00-15.30 - 2 hour Technical class...

As we turn our attention to the Los Angeles cycle, the International Judo Federation (IJF) will shortly be reviewing the technical rules of judo at their upcoming seminar in Istanbul on 14th-15th December. These new rules will be implemented across the IJF World Tour starting from the Paris Grand Slam – due to take place...
Venue: Fox's Gymnasium, Queen's Avenue, Aldershot, GU11 2LB Closed Event
Southern Area Kata Day Kodokan Goshin-jutsu- 11 Jan 25 Summit Judo Club Course Fee: £30 payable on the day. Kata Certificates – £10 payable to BJA Course Organiser: Bob Kubath 5 Dan Course Instructors: Dr Llyr Jones – National Kata Judge, Val Kelly and Peter Powell – Kata Examiners Please contact: Bob Kubath to book ...
Venue: Medway Park Leisure Centre, Mill Road, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 1HF Categories: Group A: Men 1st Kyu Group B: Men 1st Dan and Above Group C: Women 1st Kyu and Above Group D: Women Novice to 2nd Kyu Group E: Me 2nd Kyu and 3rd Kyu Group F: Men 4th Kyu, 5th Kyu and 6th...
Venue: Woodford leisure centre, Holderness road, HU8 8JU Categories: Academic Years 4 & 5: (born 1st September 2014 to 31st August 2016), No Minimum Grade (Bottom Red Belt). Please note that these players are not eligible for the British Schools National Championships Academic Years 6 & 7 (born 1 September 2012 to 31 August 2014),...
The course will give an insight into Kodokan Goshin-jutsu. It will introduce the kata for those without previous awareness or extend the knowledge of those with prior experience. There will be an opportunity to take a BJA Level 1 kata examination in the afternoon. Holders of BJA Level 1, 2 or 3 Kata Certificates can...
Course Title: BJA Katame-No-Kata Venue: Palstone Park Recreation Ground, South Brent, Devon, Exeter Road, TQ10 9JP Tutors: Pete Whitfield - Kata Examiner Date: 12th January 2025 Session: 10:00 - 16:00 Cost: £25.00 Application closing date: 5th January 2025 Further information available from: Pete Whitfield | petewhitfield62@gmail.com | 07599 111815 Course Details: The aim of this...
The course will give an insight into the Jū-no-kata. It will be suitable for all levels and aims to provide an introduction for those without previous experience or to extend the knowledge of those with experience. White judogi only. Booking link: https://portal.nestmanagement.co.uk/event/Index?t=MmQyek1RQnJjYTE5VnY2VnhUV08rQT09 If you require further details contact Jeremy Robinson - judojerm@hotmail.co.uk This is a...
This qualification is aimed at learners who wish to become emergency first-aiders. This qualification meets the requirements for training emergency first-aiders in those organisations that have identified that staff need to be trained to this level within their first-aid needs assessment. The qualification covers knowledge such as the roles and responsibilities of the first aider...
Grades: Suitable for Male and Female 1st KYU to 4th DAN grades inclusive Dates: Saturday 18th January & Saturday 5th July 2025 Time: 13.00 pm booking in for all grades, male and female (for 13:30 pm start) Cost: Pre-booked on line or by post (cheques made payable to “BJA Southern Area” ...
Venue: Hingham Sports Hall, Watton Road, Hingham, Norfolk NR9 4LU Categories: Group 1 – under 8’s judo festival for boys and girls aged 5 to 7 years old Group 2 – Level 1 Red Bet Rumble for boys aged 8 to 13 years old Group 3 – Level 1 Red Belt Rumble for girls aged...
Venue: Woking Leisure Centre. Kingfield Road, Woking. Surrey, GU22 9BA Categories: Academic Years 4 & 5: (born 1st September 2014 to 31st August 2016) Technical Restrictions. Please note that these players are not eligible for the British Schools National Championships Academic Years 6 & 7 (born 1 September 2012 to 31 August 2014) Technical Restrictions Academic...
This course is now fully booked First Aid Course fee: £35 Date: 19th January 2025 Venue: Kettering Premier Judo Club, 3rd Floor, The Tailby Building, Bath Road, Kettering, United Kingdom, NN16 8NL First Aid Course Overview A First Aid course satisfying the requirements of BJA Coaches seeking revalidation. Times: 10:00 - 13:00
Date: Saturday 25th January 2025. Target audience: 1st Kyu to 4th Dan Men & Women The venue: Northgate Sports Centre, Sidegate Lane West, Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 3DJ Cost: £25.00 if booked in advance, £30.00 on the day. Entries: by email to: kevincharlton@tiscali.co.uk Including: Name, Gender, Contest Grade, Licence number, Age, Actual weight, Club name and whether...
Venue: SportsDock, University of East London, Docklands Campus, University Way, London E16 2RD Categories: Group 1: Red Belts (Aged 8 to 11 years on the day of the event) Group 2: Red Belts (Aged 12 to 15 years on the day of the event) Group 3: Yellow Belts (Aged 8 to 11 years...
Venue: Walsall Sports Centre, WLV Gym, The University of Wolverhampton, Magdalene Road, Walsall WS1 3TA Categories: Minors: Born 2013, 2014 Pre-Cadets: Born 2011, 2012 Cadets: Born 2008, 2009, 2010 Seniors (Must be a minimum of 14 years of age on day of event) - Ranking Event >>ENTER HERE<< WEIGH-IN TIMES 9.00 - 9.30...
Venue: Walsall Sports Centre, WLV Gym, The University of Wolverhampton, Magdalene Road, Walsall WS1 3TA Categories: Academic Years 6 & 7 (born 1 September 2012 to 31 August 2014) Academic Years 8 & 9 (born 1 September 2010 to 31 August 2012) Academic Years 10 to 13 (born 1 September 2006 to 31 August...
Venue: Saints Sport, University Park, St Leonard's Rd, St Andrews KY16 9DY Categories: Group 1: Novice - 5th Kyu Group 2: 4th Kyu - 2nd Kyu Group 3: 1st Kyu and Above Group 4: Mixed Team Championships **CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY 17TH JANUARY 2025**
Venue: National Judo Centre, Sport Wales National Centre, Cardiff, CF11 9SW Categories: Academic Years 6 & 7 (born 1 September 2012 to 31 August 2014) Technical Restrictions Academic Years 8 & 9 (born 1 September 2010 to 31 August 2012) Academic Years 10 to 13 (born 1 September 2006 to 31 August 2010) Adaptive ...
Venue: Studio 2, The University of Cambridge Sports Centre, Philippa Fawcett Dr, Cambridge CB3 0AS **CLOSING DATE: MONDAY 20TH JANUARY**
Nage-no-kata Coach Revalidation Course Location: York RI Judo Club Queen Street York YO241AD Date: 25th January 2025 Times: 13:00 - 17:00 Cost: £20 Course Description: During the day coaches and players will be taken through the whole of Nage-no-Kata. This course is suitable for anyone wishing to learn Kata, for those wishing to fulfil the...
Venue: Bluecoat Beechdale Academy, Harvey Road (via Beechdale Road), Nottingham. NG8 3GP (Sat Nav NG8 3BB) Categories: A: Under 8 Festival (Players aged 6-7 years) B: U15 Novice, Red and Yellow Belts (Players aged 8 -14 years inclusive) - Where possible competitors will be divided into pools of three, four or five based on gender,...
Katame-no-kata Coach Revalidation Course Location: York RI Judo Club Queen Street York YO241AD Date: 26th January 2025 Times: 13:00 - 17:00 Cost: £20 Course Description: During the day coaches and players will be taken through the whole of Katame-no-Kata. This course is suitable for anyone wishing to learn Kata, for those wishing to fulfil the...
This course is now fully booked, thank you for your interest Venue - The Mill Judo club Hockley Community Centre, Westminster Drive, Hockley SS5 4XD Date: Thursday 30th January 2025 start time 7:30pm Contact – Paul Gordon Email address is: paul@madpc.co.uk Contact number: 07968 585 580 Course cost will be payable on the Day -...
Date: 1st February 2025 Booking in times: Male 1st kyu 10am ; All females and Dan grades 12pm Cost: £25 Register: Email your details to: patanddawnbyrne@talktalk.net Stating your Name, Club, Licence Number, Grade, Weight and Age
The 1st4Sport Level 2 Award in Coaching Judo is the second step on British Judo’s coaching pathway. This course aims to provide candidates with an introduction to the processes and principles of coaching judo to adults and children. If you are already a qualified coach and are looking to develop your knowledge and skills to...
Venue: University of Warwick Invitational Tournament 2025 Categories: Group A: Women Novice - 5th Kyu Group B: Women 4th Kyu - 2nd Kyu Group C: Men Novice - 5th Kyu Group D: Men 4th Kyu - 2nd Kyu Group E: Mixed Teams (5men, 2 Women) 1st Kyu and Above **CLOSING DATE: SATURDAY 25TH JANUARY...
Date: Saturday 1st Feb 2025 - 09:30-16:00 Venue: The Springhouse, Springhouse Road, Corringham, Essex, SS17 7QT (This course will be held in the small function room) The Northern Home Counties Area will be running this course for current BJA qualified Level 1 and Level 2 officials who are interested in progressing to Level 2 or...
Kanji – Refereeing and Officiating – North Shields Location: The Parks - Tyne Community Centre, Chimside House, Mariners' Ln, Tynemouth, North Shields NE30 4AT Date: 1st February 2025 Closing Date: 31st January 2025 Times: 10:00-16:00 Cost: £20 for coaches, under 16's free (u16 maximum of 10) This module is designed to help coaches teach club...
Venue: Donyngs Leisure Centre, Linkfield Lane, Redhill, RH1 1DP Categories: Minors: Born 2013 - 2016, Maximum grade 6th Mon Pre-Cadet: Born 2011 - 2012, Kyu Grades: Minimum age 14 Years, maximum grade 1st Kyu **CLOSING DATE: MONDAY 27TH JANUARY 2025**
Venue: Breckland Leisure Centre, Croxton Road, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 1JD Categories: Academic Years 4 & 5: (born 1st September 2014 to 31st August 2016), No Minimum Grade (Bottom Red Belt). Please note that these players are not eligible for the British Schools National Championships Academic Years 6 & 7 (born 1 September 2012 to 31...
Safeguarding and Protecting Children Course fee: £35.00 Date: 2nd February 2025 Description: This course will cover all aspects required in Safeguarding and Protecting Children to become a qualified coach. Times: 10:00-13:00 Venue: SKK Judo Club, Viaduct St, Newton-le-Willows WA12 9NH
Introduction to Ju-no-Kata Sanshirokwai Dojo, Old Castle Road, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, SA15 2SN Sunday 2nd February 2025 - 10:00-15:00 Tea and biscuits will be provided during the breaks but participants are to bring their own lunch For further information contact Duncan Kinnear - sanshirokwai.llanelli@hotmail.com - 07816 163 044 / 01554 758 756 This is a British...
Discussions are structured around financial sustainability, people management, marketing and communication functions and club programs. The workshop will also include insight speakers with applied examples of good practice, innovation and proven development processes. The Club Accelerator Day is open to all staff and volunteers from judo clubs and businesses but also counts as a coach...
Kanji – Refereeing and Officiating – Middlesbrough Location: Middlesbrough Judo Club, Pallister Park Sports Centre, Ormesby Road TS3 7AP Date: 2nd February 2025 Closing Date: 1st February 2024 Times: 10:00-16:00 Cost: £20 for coaches, under 16’s free (u16 maximum of 10) This module is designed to help coaches teach club members the basics of refereeing and officiating to...
Course Title: Gonosen No Kata Date: 02/02/2025 Venue: Samurai Olympic Judo Club Times: 10:00 - 16:00 Organisers: Steven Withers, Paul Williams Course Content: Education and Assessments of Gonosen No Kata For further information on how to book and payment please contact sdwithers90@gmail.com This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education/Revalidation Course
This event is now fully booked A Technical Dan Grading Course/Assessment will take place on Saturday and Sunday . There will also be a Competitive Skills preparation and exam. Candidates will be able to complete either or both. Venue: Mill Judo Club, Hockley Community Centre, Westminster Drive, Hockley, SS5 4XD During the weekend candidates will...
Venue: High Wycombe Judo Centre, Barry Close, High Wycombe, Bucks, HP12 4UE Categories: Group A: Novice to 6th Mon, 8 to 11 years Group B: Novice to 6th Mon, 12th to 15 years Group C: 7th Mon to 12th Mon, 8 to 11 years Group D: 7th Mon to 12th Mon, 12 to 15...
Venue: JudoScotland, EICA Ratho, South Platt Hill, Ratho, Newbridge, EH28 8AA. Categories: AA Band - born in the following years, 2017/2016/2015. (Must be 8 years or older on day of event) (9th Mon and below) A Band - born in the following years, 2014/2013 (9th Mon and below) B Band – born in the following...
Coaches are welcome to come and support the adaptive judoka learning, engaging, participating throughout the day. Everyone welcome from beginners to Champions as the day will be suited to all levels. Adaptive covers all abilities - SEN, Sensory, Physical, Learning, Mental. Participation on the mat is required for revalidation criteria for Coaches. Bring your own...
Kanji Referee Assistant and Nage-no-kata at Telford – 9 February 2025 Location: Wrekin Star Judo Club Above Wellington Market Wellington Telford TF1 1DT Date: 9th February 2025 Bookings Close: 9th February 2025 Times: 09:30 - 12:00 Kanji & 12:30 - 17:00 Kata Cost: £20 for each or £30 for both Course: Kanji Referee Assistant at...
Venue: Worthing Leisure Centre, Shaftesbury Avenue, Worthing BN12 4ET Categories: Group A: Under 8 Festival Group B: Age 8-9 Group C: Age 10-11 Group D: Age 12-13 Maximum grade 9th Mon **CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY 31ST JANUARY 2025**
Venue: Bluecoat Beechdale Academy, Harvey Road (via Beechdale Road), Nottingham. Categories: A: Cadets (Players aged 14-17 years inclusive): Entries will be grouped by standard cadet weight categories where possible. B: Seniors (Players aged 14+ years): Entries will be grouped by standard senior weight categories where possible. >>ENTER HERE<< **CLOSING DATE: SUNDAY 2ND FEBRUARY 2025**
Venue: South Lakes Leisure Centre, 1 Lake Road, Craigavon, BT64 1AS Categories: Kyu Grades - Players must 14 years old and above, maximum grade brown belt ( 1st Kyu/ 18th Mon) Mon Grades: Players must be 8 years old and a the maximum age is 13, Novice/ white belt to 12th Mon/ green belt ...
Course Title: BJA Kime-No-Kata Venue: Palstone Park Recreation Ground, South Brent, Devon, Exeter Road, TQ10 9JP Tutors: Pete Whitfield - Kata Examiner Date: 9th February 2025 Session: 10:00 - 16:00 Cost: £25.00 Application closing date: 2nd February 2025 Further information available from: Pete Whitfield | petewhitfield62@gmail.com | 07599 111815 Course Details: The aim of this...
Open conference for all judo family - Coaches, Players, Referees, Technical Officials, Parents . Identifying two most common neurodiverse impairments within your clubs - ADHD, Autism. Guest speakers share their experience on each of the subjects supporting the coaching within your clubs. Mat based sessions to follow offering adaptations to be inclusive and technical proficiency...
Judo Fit Workshop Location: The Budokwai Judo Club Date: 9th February 2025 Times: 13:00 - 17:00 Cost: £20 Course Description: To encourage BJA judo players and potential members to participate in the sport of judo in a non-contact (novice) or contact (experienced player’s) style while working to the beat of music. Participants are encouraged to...
First Aid 9th February 2025 - 14:00-18:00 Ray Stevens Academy, 253 Burlington Road, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 4NE, UK £60 Booking Link

Referees of all levels are invited to attend a virtual rule update seminar at 7:00pm on Tuesday 11th February led by British Judo's Refereeing Commission. Coaches with other BJA members also welcome to attend. It comes following the announcement that following approval by the BJA, the International Judo Federation’s 2025 contest rules will be adopted,...
Join us on Tuesday, 11th February 2025, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM for an exclusive online session hosted by West Mercia Police. This event is designed for those working with young people in sports and will cover critical topics such as: Best practices for sharing information online Official guidance from sporting The rise of...
Venue: Bridge Park Leisure Centre, Harrow Road, London, NW10 0RG Categories: Group A: (Novice - 1st Mon) Girls Age 8-11 Group B: (Novice - 1st Mon) Boys Age 8-11 Group C: (2nd Mon - 3rd Mon) Girls Age 8-11 Group D: (2nd Mon - 3rd Mon) Boy Age 8-11 Group E: (Yellow Belts) Girls Age 8-11...
Venue: Kazoku Academy, Goonhavern Industrial Park, Unit 4D, TR4 9QL (VENUE CHANGE) Categories: Under 8 Festival Under 12's Under 16's **CLOSING DATE: SATURDAY 1ST FEBRUARY 2025**
Venue: Goodwin Sports Centre, Northumberland Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S10 2TY Format: Men: 1 x Under 73kg; 1 x Under 81kg; 1 x Under 90kg; 1 x Over 90kg. Women: 1 x Under 63kg; 1 x Over 63kg. Each team is allowed up to four reserve players. **CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY 7TH FEBRUARY 2025**
Venue: East Ham Leisure Centre, 324 Barking Road, London, E6 2RT Categories: Group 1: Under 8 Festival Group 2: Red and Yellow Belt ( 8-14 years on the day of the competition) This competition is primarily aimed at low grade and less experienced competition players. Entry is now closed - FULL ENTRY
Venue: Unit 5, Factory 2, Sanders Lodge Industrial Estate, Wellingborough Road, Rushden, NN10 6BQ Categories: Group 1: Under 8 Boys Group 2: Under 8 Girls **CLOSING DATE: THURSDAY 13TH FEBRUARY 2025**
Minors, Pre Cadets, Cadets, Seniors and Masters Full event information in the outlines. Online entry: Https://LJOT.co.uk Entry closes: Monday 10th February Competition email: djs584635@gmail.com
This practical mat-based course is suitable for players graded 1st Kyu to 4th Dan preparing for technical and competitive Dan grade theory assessment. Competitive skills theory examinations will be conducted at the end of the course. If you are interested in completing an examination for 3rd Dan or above on the day, or if you...
Sunday 16th February 2025 - 10:00-15:00 Melbourn Judo Club, Royston Leisure Centre, Woodcock Road, Royston, SG8 7XT Details: IJF Kodokan Kata. 21 techniques. Intended for grappling of armoured warriors. Performed by both partners imagining they are clad in armour and stresses the importance of breaking balance. Opportunity at the end of the course for examination,...
Introduction: On behalf of BJA Safeguarding Team, we are inviting you to the first annual safeguarding training (we will be facilitating annually). It is a great opportunity to reflect on your learning and Continuous Professional Development (CPD). We are not offering this as a revalidation event for coaches. Facilitators: Marina Dain: Safeguarding Manager Andrew Bowly:...
By 2030, the global population aged 65 and above is estimated to reach a staggering one billion. Within the UK, falls among individuals over 65 result in an astonishing £4.6 million burden on the NHS each day. Statistics reveal that a third of people in this age group experience a fall annually, escalating to half...
Categories: Pre-Cadet (Level 3): Year of Birth 2011 or 2012 - Minimum Grade 7th Mon Cadet (Level 4): Year of Birth 2008, 2009, or 2010 - Minimum Grade 9th Mon or 4th Kyu Junior (Level 4): Year of Birth 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, or 2010 - Minimum Grade 13th Mon or 2nd Kyu Seniors...
This course is now fully booked The BJA Level 1 award is the starting point for your coaching journey in judo. If you are new to coaching judo, have limited coaching knowledge or want to get more involved in your club, then this is the course for you. The course focuses on the ‘how to...
In 2023 British Judo launched the Finding Your Feet programme, giving coaches an opportunity that not only enhances a coaching portfolio but also allows them to make a significant impact upon individuals’ lives in within their community. Developed in collaboration with the University of Hertfordshire and Anglia Ruskin University, “Finding Your Feet”, is a program...
Grades: Suitable for Male and Female 1st KYU to 4th DAN grades inclusive Dates: Sunday 23rd February & Sunday 17th August 2025 Time: 9:30 am booking in for all grades, male and female (for 10:00 am start) Cost: Pre-booked on line or by post (cheques made payable to “BJA Southern Area”) Early...
Venue: The Brentwood Centre, Doddinghurst Road, Pilgrims Hatch, Essex, CM15 9NN Categories: Group A: 8 - 11 years inclusive (Novice to 3rd Mon) Group B: 8 - 11 years inclusive (4th Mon to 9th) Group C: 12 - 15 years inclusive (Novice to 9th Mon) Group D: Seniors (Novice to 4th Kyu) Entry...
Please note that the entry for this event is now full. Venue: Samurai Judo Club, Zortech Avenue, Kidderminster DY11 7DY Weigh-In: Saturday March 1 Samurai Boys Green & Under Boys Red & Yellow belts up to 32 kg: 9.30 - 9.50 am Boys Red & Yellow belts 33-36 kg: 10.30 – 11.00 am Boys...
• Times. – 2nd March 9am book in for all 1st Kyu’s. 11:30 am book in for Dan grades • Venue – Star Judo, Unit 7 Maltings Industrial Estate, Derby Road, Burton on Trent, DE14 1RN • Price - £25 • Booking Link • Contact– Matthew Harte – 07788 980181. Email: matthew.harte@btinternet.com WEIGH-IN: All candidates...
Venue: St Maurices High School, Westfield, Cumbernauld G68 9AG Categories: AA: Mon Grades Born 2017, 2016, 2015 A : Mon Grades Born 2013, 2014 Youth: Mon Grades 2012, 2011 Kyu Grades: Men/ Women Novice - 5th Kyu (14 years & above) Dan Grade: Men/ Women 1st Kyu and Dan Grades **CLOSING DATE:...
Venue: Unit 1b, 106, Bridge Street, Birkenhead, Wirral. CH41 1AN. Above ‘Chelle’s Kitchen’. Categories: Group A: Under 8 Festival Group B: All Girls, Green and Under 8-15 years Group C: All Boys, Green and Under 8-15 years **CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY 28TH FEBRUARY 2025**
bu: Drake Judo Club, Plymstock School, Church Road, Plymstock, Plymouth, PL9 9AZ Categories: Under 8 Festival Under 12 Red and Yellow The ethos of this event is to encourage and enjoy **CLOSING DATE: WEDNESDAY 26TH FEBRUARY 2025**
Date: Sunday 2nd March 2025 Times: 09:15-09:45 registration l 10:00 - 16:00 Venue: SKK Judo Club, Legh St/Viaduct St, Newton le Willows. WA12 9NH Lead Tutor: Kerry Tansey and Graham Bayley Further information: ktansey1@gmail.com Cost: £15 Closing Date: 26th Feb 2025 Day consists of practical, theory and knowledge review. Tea & Coffee, biscuits provided.. Bring...
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Course Title: St. Davis’s Day, Eisteddfod Date: 02/03/2025 Venue: Samurai Olympic Judo Club Times: 12:00 - 16:00 Organisers: Steven Withers, Paul Williams Course Content: Coach revalidation with Alan Jones MBE, 8th Dan. Delivery of competition skills for training in back at clubs. For further information and pricing please contact sdwithers90@gmail.com This is a British...
Bedford Gradings 2025 8th March 2025 14th June 2025 13th September 2025 6th December 2025 Booking in 10.30 – 11.00 Bedford Judo Club Bedford Academy Mile Road Bedford MK42 9TR Contact: bedfordjudoclub1951@gmail.com or 01234 768601 for more information
Venue: Llanishen High School, Llanishen, Cardiff, CF14 5YL Categories: Group A: Female Under 8 Festival Group B: Male Under 8 Festival Group C: Female U12 Group D: Male U12 To enter email: dragonsacdemyjudo@outlook.com >>MORE INFORMATION<<
Course Title: BJA Gonosen-No-Kata & Itsutsu-No-Kata - Palstone Park Recreation Ground - 9 Mar 25 Venue: Palstone Park Recreation Ground, South Brent, Devon, Exeter Road, TQ10 9JP Tutors: Pete Whitfield - Kata Examiner Date: 9th March 2025 Session: 10:00 - 16:00 Cost: £25.00 Application closing date: 2nd March 2025 Further information available from: Pete Whitfield...
PLEASE NOTE: This course is for University Judo Club CWOs/DSOs ONLY Introduction: On behalf of BJA Safeguarding Team, we are inviting you to attend safeguarding training for University Judo Club CWOs/DSOs (we will be facilitating annually). It is a great opportunity to reflect on your learning and Continuous Professional Development (CPD). Facilitators: Marina Dain: Safeguarding...
Date and time Tue, 11 Mar 2025 18:30 - 21:30 GMT Cost £40 Location Dalton United Football Club Beckside Road Dalton-in-Furness LA15 8DP Book here
Venue: Kazoku Academy, Goonhavern Industrial Trade Park, Unit 4D, Goonhavern, Cornwall, TR4 9QL Categories: Under 8 Festival Under 12 Orange and Under Over 12 Newaza Please send full name, date of birth, exact weight, club and grade to cornwalljudo@gmail.com together with payment to: Eva Minarikova Barclays private account sort code: 208794 account number: 63957020...
Venue: Torakan Judo Club, Communicare Centre, St. Brelade, Jersey. Categories: A. Under 8 Festival B. (Boys) U27, U30, U34, U38, U42, U46, U50, U55, U60, U66, U73 & O73kg C. (Girls) U28, U32, U36, U40, U44, U48, U52, U57, U63 & O63kg D. (Men) U60, U66, U73, U81, U90, U100 & O100kg E. (Women) U48,...
Venue: University of Wolverhampton, Walsall Campus, Gorway Road, Walsall, WS1 3BD Information for the event can be found >>HERE<<
Date: Saturday 15th March Venue: High Wycombe Judo Centre, Barry Close, High Wycombe HP12 4UE. Details: 0930-1115am – Session 1 U10’s born 2015-2016 (minimum age 8yr’s) Minors born 2013-2014 Pre-Cadets born 2011-2012 1130-1315pm – Session 2 Cadets born 2008-2010 Juniors born 2005-2007 Seniors (2004+), Masters (30yr’s +) Cost: £5 All judokas must register in...
Finding your Feet Coach Education Course 15th March 2025 - 10:00-15:00 Venue: Neil Adams Effective Fighting Dojo, Furze Barn, Watling Street, Clifton Upon Dunsmore, Rugby, CV32 0AQ Cost: £30 This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education/Revalidation Course For further information on how we handle your data, please read our Privacy Notice: https://www.britishjudo.org.uk/privacy-policy/
Grades: Suitable for Male and Female 1st KYU to 4th DAN grades inclusive Dates Sunday 16th Mar & Sunday 25th May & Sunday 21st Sep & Sunday 30th Nov 2025 Time: 9:30 am booking in for all grades, male and female (for 10:00 am start) Cost Pre-booked on line...
Venue: Ashington Community Centre, Fosters Lane, Ashington, Sussex, RH20 3PG Categories: Open to Competitors aged between 8 and 15 years on the day **CLOSING DATE: SATURDAY 8TH MARCH 2025**
Dates/Times: Sundays 16th March ; 15th June ; 14th September ; 9th November 2025 - 10:00-15:00 Venue: British Judo National Training Centre, Gorway Road, Walsall WS1 3BB Payment: £5 cash on day Organiser: Chris Doherty - cleverjudo@gmail.com Use the form below to book your place
Saturday 22 March Competitive grading, £30 Competitive Grading and Theory, £35 Competitive Theory only, £20 Booking in 11am. To book a place please contact Alan Kimber, Western Area, Director of Examiners. Tel: 07885473178 Email: kimber@blueyonder.co.uk
WESTERN AREA COMPETITIVE DAN GRADING And theory examination For male and female 1st kyus and above Saturday March 22nd 2025 Using the Multi grade system for ladies and dan grades Venue: Bath University Dojo, Claverton Down Bath, BA2 7AY Booking in 11-00 am Grading Only £30.00 Grading and Theory £35.00 Competitive Theory Only - £20.00...
Venue: SKK Judo Club, Legh Street, Newton le Willows WA12 9NH Categories: Group A: Cadets (Players aged 14-17 years inclusive) Group B: Seniors Low Grade (Players aged 14+ years) 6th Kyu - 3rd Kyu Group C: Seniors High Grade (Players aged 14+ years) 2nd Kyu and Above **CLOSING DATE: MONDAY 17TH MARCH 2025**
Venue: Sports Connexion, Leamington Road, Ryton-on-Dunsmore, Coventry CV8 3FL This is a Level 1 Development event for players 6th mon or under with little competition experience. The aim is to provide an opportunity for players to experience competition in an enjoyable environment. This will be an open weight competition where players will be sorted...
Full event information can be found in the >> OUTLINES << Entries and enquiries to Joe Savage Email: judospiritacademyuk@gmail.com Telephone: 07519906369
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Venue: Samurai Judo Club, Zortech Avenue, Kidderminster DY11 7DY Categories: GROUP A: Men +35 years green belt & below: -66 -73 -81 -90 +90 kg GROUP B: Men +35 years blue & brown belt: -66 -73 -81 -90 +90 kg GROUP C: Men green belt & below: -66 -73 -81 -90 +90 kg GROUP D:...
Venue: Danebury School, Roman Road, Stockbridge, SO20 6HA Categories: U16 Girls U16 Boys Senior Men 1st Kyu & Dan Grades Senior Men 2nd Kyu and Below Senior Ladies 1st Kyu and Dan Grades Senior Ladies 2nd Kyu and Below Weigh-in Times: U16 girls: 8:30 am to 9:00 am U16 boys: 9:30 am to 10:15 am...
BJA technical restrictions apply to all groups. The technical restrictions can be found in the BJA Amendments to IJF contest rules (as of February 22nd 2025: https://www.britishjudo.org.uk/compete/organising-a-competition/contest-rules/ Closing date Friday 21st March 2025 at 9pm Booking & weigh in times: girls 0830-0900 u12 boys 1030-1100 u16 boys 1230-1300 Full event information >> Outlines <<
Venue: Community Centre; 245 Rectory Park Avenue, Northolt, UB5 6SD Categories: Group 1 - Under 8 Festival Group 2 - Red and Yellow Belt (Start Time 14:30) All players will be put in groups of 3 or 4 based on weights, ages and grade given by coaches.
23rd March 2025 - 10:00-16:00 Rochdale Judo Club This course will cover all 5 sets of Nage no Kata Those seeking this kata for Dan Grading purposes must either complete the exam or can ask to be assessed if pursing a technical Dan Grade Cost £25 Including a light lunch, cash / card payment on...
Timekeeper/Scorer qualifications maybe done over 3 competitions without pre training, or 1 competition if preceded by a Timekeepers training module. The course module focuses on the basics of a judo contest and the role the timekeeper and scorer plays during competition judo. Participants need to have a BJA membership (can be free volunteer membership) and...
JudoScotland are delighted to announce we have managed to secure the return of Yohihiko Iura Sensei to coach a weekend of kata once again in Largs. Last year sold out pretty quickly so don't delay and book today! Iura Sensei is a world renowned kata expert and is a Kodokan coach and 8th Dan. This...
Venue: University of East London SportsDock Minimum grade: 2nd Kyu and above (Blue belt and above) Weigh-In/ Registration Friday 28th March 2025 All Groups: 19:30 – 20:30 Saturday 29th March 2025 - *UPDATED WEIGH IN TIMES* M1 & M2: 08:30 - 09:15 M3 & M4: 09:45 - 10:30 M5 & M6: 11:15 - 12:00 All...
Venue: Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facilities, 1 O’Donnell Way, Motherwell, ML1 2TZ Categories: Age Band AA – Year Born 2015/2016/2017 (Players must be 8 years of age on day of event) Age Band ‘A’ – Year Born -2013/2014 Age Band ‘B’ – Year Born –2011/2012 Age Band ‘C’ – Year Born –2008/2009/2010 Seniors – 14+ Years...
Venue: Higham and Rushden Judo Club, Unit 5 Factory 2, Sanders Lodge Industrial Estate, Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10 6BQ Categories: Group 1: Boys Novice to Orange aged 8-10 Group 2: Boys Novice to Orange aged 10-12 Group 3: Boys Novice to Orange aged 12-16 Group 4: Men Novice to Orange age 15 plus Group 5: Men...
Venue: Somerhill Tonbridge Kent TN11 0NJ Categories: Under 8 Festival Ages 8, 9 & 10 Ages 11, 12 & 13 All players will be placed in groups according to age, weight ad ability. All player will receive a medal. **CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY 14TH MARCH 2025**(or when entry reaches it limit)
Venue: British Judo National Training Centre, University of Wolverhampton (Walsall Campus), Gorway Road Walsall, West Midlands WS1 3BD OPEN TO ALL! 10:00 - 12:00 Minors and Pre-Cadets (Registration from 09:30) 12:30 - 14:30 Cadet, Junior, Senior and Veterans (Registration from 12:00)
**CHANGES MADE TO THE EVENT** Venue: Samurai Judo Club, Zortech Avenue, Kidderminster DY11 7DY Weigh-In: 09.30 am - 09:50AM (For All) There are no weight categories. All players will be sorted into groups by weight, age and grade. Competition will be single pools with all players receiving a medal **CLOSING DATE: SATURDAY 22ND...
Venue: The Herts & Essex Sports Centre, Beldams Lane, Bishops Stortford, CM23 5LH Categories: Group 1 – Girls 8 to 11yrs: Red Belts (Novice to 3rd Mon) Group 2 – Girls 8 to 11yrs: Yellow & Orange Belts (4th to 9th Mon) Group 3 – Girls 12 to 15yrs: Red, Yellow & Orange Belt Girls...
British Judo are pleased to offer a Rules Seminar Revalidation Module for primarily referees and coaches, it is mainly designed to disseminate the new contest rules of 2025 and reinforce the key contest rules that are not changed. The British seminar will be underpinned by international referees including attendee(s) from the IJF seminar. Further to...
Judo Fit Workshop Location: Medway Park Sports Centre, Mill Rd, Gillingham ME7 1HF Date: 30th March 2025 Times: 10:30 - 15:30 Cost: £20 Course Description: To encourage BJA judo players and potential members to participate in the sport of judo in a non-contact (novice) or contact (experienced player’s) style while working to the beat of...
Emergency First Aid at Work on Wed 2nd April 2025 from 09:00-16:00 at Clementhorpe Room, Priory Street Centre YO1 6ET. Training includes practical sessions as well as classroom learning, and attendees will receive a certificate and workbook. Spaces will be allocated on a 'first come, first serve basis'. Please let me know if you, or...
Course Title: Finding Your Feet for those with Parkinsons Date/Time: 26th February start for 6 weeks - 13:30-14:30 Venue: The Dojo, BJA Centre of Excellence, University of Wolverhampton (Walsall Campus), Gorway Road, Walsall, WS1 3BD Cost: The sessions are free Course Description: A practical session with Wayne McDonald a leading coach in the area that...
The BJA Level 1 award is the starting point for your coaching journey in judo. If you are new to coaching judo, have limited coaching knowledge or want to get more involved in your club, then this is the course for you. The course focuses on the ‘how to coach skills’ using practical technical examples...
VENUE: High Wycombe Judo Centre, Barry Close, High Wycombe, HP12 4UE DATES: Saturday 1st February 2025 - Online bookings closed Saturday 5th April 2025 - Online bookings closed Saturday 12th July 2025 - Online bookings closed Saturday 25th October 2025 - Online bookings closed COST: £25 prior entries PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLINE ENTRY WILL CLOSE 1...
Venue: Middlesbrough Judo Club, Pallister park centre, Ormesby Road TS37AR Categories: Group 1: Under 8 Festival (children aged 5 - 7 years) Group 2: Red Belt Rumble (Children aged 5 to 15 years) Participants will be placed into groups of 3, 4 or 5 depending on age, weight and grades/experience. All participants will receive...
Venue: Medway Park Leisure Centre, Mill Road, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 1HL Categories: Group A: Boys 8-15 years inclusive, Novice to 6th Mon Group B: Girls 8-15 years inclusive, Novice to 6th Mon Group C: Boys 8-15 years inclusive All Grades Group D: Girls 8-15 years inclusive All Grades Group E: Senior Kyu Grade Men, Novice...
Date: 5th April 2025 - entries close on 4th April 2025 at 12:00pm you can speak to the course organiser regarding payment on the day. Times: 09:00 - 12:00 Venue: Club 62 Judo club, Westbury Gardens United Reformed church, 1 Westbury Gardens, Blackburn, BB1 1XF Course Organiser: Christian Pountain - christian.pountain@sky.com Course requirement: All participants...
Saturday 5th April 2025 Venue: Brecon Leisure Centre, Penlan, Brecon, Powys. Group A: Girls 8 - 11 years Red & Yellow Belts. Group B: Boys 8 -11 years Red & Yellow Belts. Group C: Girls 12 – 15 years Red & Yellow Belts. Group D: Boys 12 – 15 years Red & Yellow Belts. Enquiries:...
Competitive and Theory Dan Grading Dates 2025 - Northern Area Venue: Kodokwai Judo Club, Commercial Road, South Shields NE33 1RQ Dates: 6 April, 20 July and 2 November 2025 Further information to be provided, contact Lisa Thompson with any enquires: sand.dancer@hotmail.co.uk
Venue: Worthing Leisure Centre, Shaftesbury Avenue, Worthing BN12 4ET Categories: Boys (8-15 years) 9.00-9.30 Girls (8-15 years) 11.00-11.30 Seniors (14 plus) 13.00-13.30 **CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY 28TH MARCH 2025** All medallists and existing squad members must be available for a randori and final selection event on 27 April 2025. This will be run at Ashington...
Club & Area Referee Education Module Date: 6th April 2025 Venue: 1 Uplands Drive, Brookmans Park, Herts, AL9 6PS Course organiser for further details: Dan Harris - dwrharris@hotmail.com - 07853 336 324 This is a licenced Club & Area Referee Education Module
The conference will focus largely on providing an overview on proposals to improvements to the Dan Grade syllabus, the introduction of more user friendly examination sheets and a briefing on changes approved in the last 12 months to include the scoring of Waza-aris in Dan Gradings and enabling a greater level of inclusivity. This conference...
Yate Community Centre 100 Station Road, Yate, Bristol, BS37 4PQ April 12th & 13th 2025 Saturday 12th 10:00 – 16:00 Sunday 13th 10:00 – 16:00 Course fee £50 This course will assess & instruct on all requirements of the technical grading & competitive skills assessments for players from 1st kyu to 4th dan, except kata....
Venue: SKK Judo Club. Legh St/Viaduct St, Newton le Willows. WA12 9NH Categories: Under 8 Festival Red and Yellow Belts (Novice to 6th Mon) Orange Belts (7th to 9th Mon) Kyu Grades **CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY 4TH APRIL 2025**
Venue: Foyle Arena, 2 Limavady Road Derry/Londonderry, BT47 6JY Dates: Saturday 12th April 2025 - Minors (L3), Pre Cadets (L3) and Cadets (L4) Sunday 13th April 2025 - Juniors (L4), Seniors (L4) and Masters (L3) Eligability: Minors: Year of birth 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 only – minimum grade – yellow belt (4th...
Venue: The Herts and Essex Sports Centre, Beldams Lane, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 5LH Registration: Girls and Boys, aged 6-7yrs: 10:00 Judoka will be grouped into Pools of 4 or 5 depending on age and weight. **CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY 4TH APRIL 2025**
Venue: 2 Westbury Street, Worcester, WR1 1AA Categories: Group A: Boys Red Belts Group B: Boys Yellow and Orange Belts Group C: Girls Red Belts Group D: Girls Yellow and Orange Belts There are no weight categories. All players will be sorted into groups by weight, age, and grade **CLOSING DATE:...
Details: The course is aimed at players wanting Competitive Dan Grade Skills preparation and assessment. There will be assessments at the end of the course and also, to some extent, continual assessment during the course. The course will cover the kata element for 1st and 2nd dan ONLY – candidates not fluent in kata who...
Venue: The Herts and Essex Sports Centre, Beldams Lane, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire. CM23 5LH Categories: Group 1 – Girls 8 to 11yrs: Yellow, Orange & Green Belts (4th to 12th Mon) Group 2 – Girls 12 to 15yrs: Yellow, Orange & Green Belts (4th to 12th Mon/ 5th to 3rd Kyu) Group 3 – Boys...
Venue: High Wycombe Judo Centre, Barry Close, High Wycombe, Bucks, HP12 4UE Categories: TEAM A - Boys 8 to 12 years (INCLUSIVE) Red & Yellow Belts TEAM A - Girls 8 to 12 years (INCLUSIVE) Red & Yellow Belts TEAM B - Boys 12 to 16 years (INCLUSIVE) Orange to Brown Belts TEAM B -...
At Faithspace, Prewett St, Bristol BS1 6PB Sunday 27th April 2025 Safeguarding - Course Fee £31 Book In : 9.45am First Aid - Course Fee £52 Book In : 1.15pm Course Tutor: Lee Holley 5th Dan Courses are suitable for those required to complete the face to face course requirements for new BJA coach awards...
Venue: The Lagoon Leisure Centre, 11 Christie Street, Paisley, PA1 1NB Categories: Age Band AA – Year Born 2015/2016/2017 (Players must be 8 years of age on day of event) Age Band ‘A’ – Year Born -2013/2014 Age Band ‘B’ – Year Born –2011/2012 Age Band ‘C’ – Year Born –2008/2009/2010 Seniors – 14+ Years...
Venue: Bluecoat Beechdale Academy, Harvey Road (via Beechdale Road), Nottingham, NG8 3GP (Sat Nav NG8 3BB Categories: A: Under 12 Orange Belts & Below (players aged 8-11 years) BJA U12 Restrictions will apply B: 12-15 Years Blue Belts & Below (players aged 12-15 years) No Armlocks or Strangles **CLOSING DATE: SUNDAY 20TH APRIL 2025**
Venue: Donyngs Leisure Centre, Linkfield Lane, Redhill, RH1 1DP Categories: U16 Girls: -28, -32, -36, -40, -44, -48, -52, -57, -63, +63kgs U16 Boys: -30, -34, -38, -42, -46, -50, -55, -60, -66, +66kgs Senior Men 1st Kyu & Dan: -60,-66,-73,-81,-90,-100, +100kgs Senior Men 2nd & below: ...
Venue: CF24 DOJO, Seawall Road, Cardiff, CF245PQ Categories: Group A: Under 8 Boys Group B: Under 8 Girls Group C: 8-11 year old Boys, White & Red Belts Group D: 8-11 year old Girls, White & Red Belts **CLOSING DATE: WEDNESDAY 23RD APRIL 2025** (or when entry reaches its limit)
Venue: Northern Ireland Judo Federation, House of Sport, 2a Upper Malone Road, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT9 5LA Categories: Mini/ Maximon - Players 8 years old to maximum age 14 (all Mon grades are eligible to compete) Kyu Grade - Players must be 15 years and above (Maximum grade brown belt) **CLOSING DATE: WEDNESDAY 23RD...
PLEASE NOTE: This course is for University Judo Club CWOs/DSOs ONLY Introduction: On behalf of BJA Safeguarding Team, we are inviting you to attend safeguarding training for University Judo Club CWOs/DSOs (we will be facilitating annually). It is a great opportunity to reflect on your learning and Continuous Professional Development (CPD). Facilitator: Andrew Bowly: Head...
Course Title: Finding Your Feet for those with Parkinsons Date/Time: 23rd April 2025 start for 6 weeks – 13:30-14:30, you can start on any of these dates: 23rd April 2025 30th April 2025 7th May 2025 14th May 2025 21st May 2025 28th May 2025 Venue: The Dojo, BJA Centre of Excellence, University of Wolverhampton...
Venue: The Brentwood Centre, Doddinghurst Road, Pilgrims Hatch, Essex, CM15 9NN Categories: Group A: 8 - 11 years inclusive ( Novice to 1st Mon) Group B: 8 - 11 years inclusive (2nd Mon to 3rd Mon) Group C: 8 - 11 years inclusive (4th Mon to 6th Mon) Group D: 12 - 15...
Venue: Dojo, K2 Crawley, Pease Pottage Hill, Crawley, RH11 9BQ Categories: Group 1 5-7yrs, boys and girls (no armlocks and strangles) Group 2 8-11yrs, boys and girls (no armlocks and strangles) Group 3 12–15yrs boys and girls (no armlocks and strangles) Group 4 14+ Novice to blue belt (armlocks and strangles) Group 5 14+...
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