British Judo Association

Dan Grading - 28 Jun 26 - Leigh
2026-06-28 | Leigh Judo Academy, Lowton Community Hub, Newton Road, Lowton, Greater Manchester, WA3 2BH, United Kingdom
Dan Grading
Sunday 28th June 2026
Leigh Judo Club Lowton Community Hub, Newton Road, Lowton, WA3 2BH
Email for further details:
patanddawnbyrne@talktalk.net

Coaching Course - Tenjin Shinyo-ryu Jujutsu and Judo - Basingstoke - 28 Jun 26
2026-06-28 10:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Summit Judo Club, Sherborne St John, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 9HX, United Kingdom
Tenjin Shinyo-ryu is a traditional Japanese jujutsu style that Jigoro Kano-shihan studied, and significantly influenced the creation of Kodokan Judo. During the day, participants will be tutored by Paul and Lee Masters – both holders of the highest level full (master) teaching licence in the art, supported by Anthony Masters. Kime-no-kata is based on Tenjin Shinyo-ryu techniques, and this course will be of benefit to all judoka interested in technical judo. Senior Licence Holders Only – Minimum Grade 2 Kyu.
Date/Time: 28th June 2026 – 10:00-16:00
Bookings will be available via the Southern Area website.
Queries to Robert Kubath – robert.kubath@ntlworld.com
This is a British Judo Licenced Coach Education/Revalidation course

British National Team Championships 2026
2026-07-04 08:00 - 18:00 | Walsall Sports Centre, Walsall Campus, Broadway, Walsall, West Midlands, WS1 3EZ
More information to be released in 2026.

2026 National Dan Gradings – 11 July 2026 – High Wycombe
2026-07-11 | High Wycombe Judo Centre, Barry Close, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP12 4UE, England
VENUE: High Wycombe Judo Centre, Barry Close, High Wycombe, HP12 4UE
DATE: Saturday 11th July 2026 – Online Entry closes Midday 08.07.26
COST: £25 prior entries – online entry
PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLINE ENTRY WILL CLOSE 3 DAYS PRIOR TO THE GRADING
ENTRY AFTER THIS DATE WILL STILL BE POSSIBLE BUT MUST BE PAID IN CASH ON THE DAY
£30 on the day (CASH ONLY)
Grading + Theory: Additional £10.00
THEORY EXAMS TO BE CARRIED OUT WHEN MAT AVAILABLE
BOOK-IN: 1st Kyu & Dan Grades – Women 8.30 – 9.00
Dan Grades – Men 8.30 – 9.00
1st Kyu – Men 12.30 – 13.00
WEIGH-IN: All candidates will be weighed
If there are enough veterans on the day, they will be graded as a separate group
PLEASE NOTE: WHITE SUITS ONLY MUST BE WORN
Contest duration will be four minutes.
For further information, please contact Kim Tilley: 07710 846864 or email kimothy2812@gmail.com
NO CALLS AFTER 9PM
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NATIONAL DAN GRADING 2026 - 11 Jul 26

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11 Jul 26 - Dan Grading Only - £25

11 Jul 26 - Dan Grading and Theory - £35
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BJA Level 1 Coaching Course - 11th & 12th July 2026 - Dartford
2026-07-11 | Dartford Judo Club, Cotton Lane, Stone, Kent, DA2 6PD, England
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 (where relevant) to apply these skills; basic technical principles of ne-waza and tachi-waza; health and safety; and basic judo rules.
On successful completion of this course candidates will receive a British Judo Association Level 1 coaching award and will be equipped to work under supervision of BJA Level 2 or higher valid coach on any relevant coaching sessions. Once they have turned 18 years of age, a BJA Level 1 coach may, upon the discretion of BJA Level 2 or higher valid coach, also work independently under supervised instruction.
The course will run across two days on one weekend, you will need to attend both days.
Venue: Dartford Judo Club, Cotton Lane, Stone, Dartford DA2 6PD
Day One: 11th July 2026 – 10:00am start
Day Two / Assessment: 12th July 2026 – 10:00am start
What do you need before you can sign up?

Be at least 16 years of age
Be a current member of the British Judo Association
Hold a minimum British Judo Association 2nd Kyu Grade
Have a good knowledge of the British Judo Mon and Kyu Grade Syllabi
Be able to communicate effectively in English (listening, speaking, reading and writing)

Course details
Candidates are required to complete a Portfolio Tasks within six month of their assessment. These tasks include:

Four session plans (minimum of two session plans to be completed before assessment day)
Two ne-waza and two tachi-waza coaching point diagrams
Health and Safety task – facility check and basic first aid
Safeguarding and Protecting Children
Contest Rules

For more information about the course, please contact dermot.heslop@britishjudo.org.uk

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BJA Kime-No-Kata - Palstone Park Recreation Ground - 12 Jul 26
2026-07-12 10:00 - 16:00 | Palstone Park Recreation Ground, South Brent, Devon, TQ10 9JP, United Kingdom
Course Title: BJA Kime-No-Kata
Venue: Palstone Park Recreation Ground, South Brent, Devon, Exeter Road, TQ10 9JP
Tutors: Pete Whitfield – Kata Examiner
Date: 12th July 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 Kime-No-Kata (Forms of Decisive Techniques). This kata consists of 8 Idori (Kneeling Techniques) & 12 Tachiai Techniques. This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your knowledge & understanding of the way in which Judo skills were traditionally used in serious combat situations.
This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education Course which is worth one credit.
The course is limited to 10 places, due to the size of the tatami.
All applicants must hold a current FULL BJA membership & be a minimum grade of 3rd Kyu (Green Belt).
Ideally you would attend with a partner to practice with, however we will endeavour to pair up individuals who attend the course.
Further information available from: petewhitfield62@gmail.com
This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education Course

Northern Area Dan Gradings – 19 Jul 26 – South Shields
2026-07-19 | Kodokwai Judo Club, Commercial Road, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE33 1RQ, England
Further information to follow.
For further information contact:
Lisa Thompson
sand.dancer@hotmail.co.uk

NHC Kata Weekend – Kime-no-kata & Nage-no-kata - 1 Aug 26 - Wokingham
2026-08-01 10:00 - 16:00 | Pinewood Judo Club, Pinewood Leisure Centre Old Wokingham Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 3AQ, England
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 different fighting methods. Ju no Kata was developed at the Kodokan in 1887.
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 of 3rd Kyu (Green Belt). Ideally you would attend with a partner to practice with, however we will endeavour to pair up individuals who attend the course.
Nage-no-kata is one of the two randori-no-kata free practice forms of Kodokan Judo. It is intended as an illustration of the various concepts of nage-waza (throwing techniques) that exist in judo. The kata is composed of 3 techniques each from the five classifications of throws in judo. Each of these 15 techniques is performed twice in the specified order, both right and left handed.

Te-waza (hand techniques)
Koshi-waza (hip techniques)
Ashi-waza (foot techniques)
Ma-sutemi-waza (rear sacrifice techniques)
Yoko-sutemi-waza (side sacrifice techniques)

1st August 2026 – 10:00-16:00
Pinewood Judo Club, Old Wokingham Rd, Wokingham RG40 3AQ
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This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education/Revalidation Course

British Adaptive and VI Open
2026-08-02 | Woking Leisure Centre, Woking Leisure Centre, Kingfield Road, Woking,Surrey, GU22 9BA
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British Adaptive and VI Open 2026
2026-08-02 | Woking Leisure Centre, Woking Leisure Centre, Kingfield Road, Woking,Surrey, GU22 9BA
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NHC Kata Weekend – Ju-no-kata & Katame-no-kata - 2 Aug 26 - Wokingham
2026-08-02 10:00 - 16:00 | Pinewood Judo Club, Pinewood Leisure Centre Old Wokingham Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 3AQ, England
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 of 3rd Kyu (Green Belt). Ideally you would attend with a partner to practice with, however we will endeavour to pair up individuals who attend the course.
Katame no Kata was developed at the Kodokan between 1884 and 1887 following the development of the Nage no Kata. It is composed of three groups of grappling techniques each with five representative techniques. Katame-no-kata consists of 15 techniques, grouped in three categories:

Osaekomi-waza (holding or pinning techniques)
Shime-waza (strangulation techniques)
Kansetsu-waza (Joint techniques (locks)

2nd August 2026 – 10:00-16:00
Pinewood Judo Club, Old Wokingham Rd, Wokingham RG40 3AQ
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This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education/Revalidation Course

JudoScotland Senior Contest Recorder - 15 Aug 26
2026-08-15 09:30 - 16:30 | EICA, EICA, South Platt Hill, Ratho, Newbridge, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
SENIOR RECORDER

Senior Recorder is the third level of officiating offered by British Judo.
The training programme for Senior Recorders is a one-day course, culminating in a written examination.
On successful completion of the training programme, candidates will be able to hold licences for multi-mat competitions up to level 3, non-point scoring.
WHAT DO YOU NEED BEFORE YOU CAN SIGN UP?
You will have:

Held a Competition Recorder qualification for a minimum of 3 years and be at least 18 years of age.
Have current evidence of recording activity at events.
Have good time management, Communication and people skills.
Hold a British Judo Association or JudoScotland membership. This is maintained by the BJA for as long as the Technical official fulfils the revalidation criteria.

TRAINING DETAILS
Senior Recorder training builds on the knowledge and skills of a Contest Recorder.
Candidates sit an examination paper, following a course. As part of their training course candidates learn:

Awareness of all the current competition methods in use
Timetabling
Multi-mat competition management
Movement of players through the various rounds of competition
Awareness of point scoring
Awareness of safeguarding both at the weigh-in and during competition.

https://www.judoscotland.com/event/judoscotland-senior-contest-recorder-4/

L3/L4 - English Closed
2026-09-05 08:00 - 2026-09-06 17:00 | University of East London
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British Judo 1st4Sport Level Two Coaching Course: 19th & 20th Sept, 17th & 18th Oct and 15th Nov 2026 - Kidderminster
2026-09-19 | Samurai (Kidderminster) Judo Club, Zortech Avenue, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY11 7DY, United Kingdom
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 deliver better and more sessions at your club, then this is the course for you.
On successful completion of this course candidates will receive a 1st4Sport Level 2 coaching award and will be equipped to deliver sessions independently and work alongside a 1st4Sport Level 3 judo coach during club or other relevant coaching sessions. 1st4Sport Level 2 coaches are also able to set up their own judo club(s).
The course will run on two weekends starting at 09:00am
Weekend 1: 19th and 20th September 2026
Weekend 2: 17th and 18th October 2026
(Assessment Day: 15th November 2026)
Venue: Samurai Judo Club, Zotech Avenue, Kidderminster DY11 7DY
What do you need before you can sign up?

Be at least 18 years old
Be a current member of the British Judo Association
Hold a minimum British Judo Association 1st Kyu Grade
It is recommended that candidates hold a BJA Level 1 coaching award
Be able to communicate effectively in English (listening, speaking, reading and writing)

Course details
Candidates are required to complete the 15 module programme, a mock assessment and a personal action planning process as part of the training. This will be followed by a period of extended study and logged coaching practice prior to the final assessment. Candidates will work through the following units as part of this course:

Understanding the Fundamentals of Coaching Sport
Understanding how to Develop Participants through Coaching Sport
Supporting Participants’ Lifestyle through Coaching Sport
Understanding the Principles of Safe and Equitable Coaching Practice
Plan a Series of Judo Coaching Sessions
Prepare the Judo Coaching Environment
Deliver a Series of Judo Coaching Sessions
Monitor and Evaluate Judo Coaching Sessions

The final assessment day is held approximately 8 weeks after the learning programme has finished.
For more information about the course, please contact dermot.heslop@britishjudo.org.uk
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British Judo 1st4Sport Level 2 in Coaching Judo: 19th & 20th Sept, 17th & 18th Oct & 15th Nov 2026 - Kidderminster

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Kime-No-Kata - 19 Sep 26 - Leigh
2026-09-19 10:00 - 16:00 | Leigh Judo Academy, Lowton Community Hub, Newton Road, Lowton, Greater Manchester, WA3 2BH, United Kingdom
Kime-No-Kata
Saturday 19th September 2026 – 10am – 4pm
Leigh Judo Club Lowton Community Hub, Newton Road, Lowton, WA3 2BH
Email for further details:
patanddawnbyrne@talktalk.net
This is a British Judo Licenced Coach Revalidation/Revalidation Course

Dan Grading - 20th Sep 26 - Leigh
2026-09-20 | Leigh Judo Academy, Lowton Community Hub, Newton Road, Lowton, Greater Manchester, WA3 2BH, United Kingdom
Dan Grading
20th Sep 26
Leigh Judo Club Lowton Community Hub, Newton Road, Lowton, WA3 2BH
Email for further details:
patanddawnbyrne@talktalk.net

U8 - Judo Spirit Academy Under 8 Festival
2026-09-26 18:00 | The Read School, The Read School, Drax, YO88NL
Venue: The Read School, Drax, YO8 8NL
This is an U8 festival and the aim is to help participants make friends and gain more mat time in a fun and safe environment. On the day for the participants we will teach some techniques, have some games, have competition based games and some randori time. All participants will receive a medal. These events can help participants to prepare for competition environments.
Booking and Weigh-In Times:
All Participants: 16:00 – 16:15
**CLOSING DATE: SUNDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER 2026 AT 9PM** (or when entry reaches its limit)
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L2 - Judo Spirit Academy U12/U16 Green and Below
2026-09-27 08:00 - 17:00 | The Read School, The Read School, Drax, YO88NL
Venue: The Regen Centre, Riccall, YO19 6PW (Venue Change)
Categories:
Under 12’s
Under 16’s
There are no weight categories for this event. All players will be set in to groups of 3, 4 or 5 based on weight, age and grade. All competitors taking part must have an up to date Judo Licence on the day.
Weigh-In:
All Girls 08:30 – 09:00
U12 Boys 10:30 – 11:00
U16 Boys 12:30 – 13:00
**CLOSING DATE: SUNDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER 2026 AT 9PM** (or when entry reaches its limit)
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L3 - BSJK Alex Jackson Red Belt Championships
2026-09-27 08:00 - 17:00 | The Herts and Essex Sports Centre, Beldams Lane, Bishops Stortford, CM23 5LH
Venue: The Herts and Essex Sports Centre, Beldams Lane, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire. CM23 5LH
Categories:
Group 1 – Girls 8 to 11yrs, Novice to 3rd Mon
Group 2 – Girls 12 to 15yrs, Novice to 3rd Mon/ 6th Kyu
Group 3 – Boys 8 to 11yrs, Novice to 1st Mon
Group 4 – Boys 8 to 11yrs, 2nd to 3rd Mon
Group 5 – Boys, 12 to 15yrs, Novice to 3rd Mon/ 6th Kyu
Weigh In:
Group 1 & 2: 09:00am
Group 5: 11:00am
Group 4: 12:30pm
Group 3: 02:00pm
Please note weigh-in times may be modified to minimise time between weigh-in and competing. In the event of a change all entrants will be notified at least one week before the event.
**CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY 11TH SEPTMEBER 2026** (or when entry reaches its limit)
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BSJK Alex Jackson Red Belt Championships 2026

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1.1. Parental Consent for Minors:
(Herein after "Parent" refers to a parent, guardian, or carer who has parental responsibility for the competitor).
If the competitor is under 18 years of age, I, as the competitor’s Parent, confirm that the competitor has my authorisation to participate in this British Judo event.
1.2. Personal Consent for Adults:
If the competitor is 18 years of age or older, I, as the competitor, confirm my own consent to participate in this British Judo event.
1.3. Health and Participation:
I (or the Parent if the competitor is under 18) further confirm and warrant that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the competitor is fit and able to participate in the Judo event. I understand that the event may be live-streamed, and I acknowledge that there is no expectation of privacy regarding the live stream. British Judo may use this live stream for promoting judo or for applying for funds to support these purposes.
1.4. Medical Authorisation:
If a medical emergency arises during the competitor’s participation in this event when I (or the Parent if the competitor is under 18) am not present, I hereby authorise the Competition Organiser and Chief Medical Officer to take necessary measures to ensure the competitor receives any emergency medical treatment, including hospitalisation, deemed advisable to protect the competitor’s health and well-being.

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I consent to the following uses of my image, likeness, and details:
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3. Declaration of Consent - Parent/Carer of Competitor Under 16
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As the parent/carer, I consent to the following uses of my child’s image, likeness, and details:
• My child’s photograph and video may be used within British Judo for display purposes, on their website, and on social media pages.
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• My child’s video may be used for training or analysis purposes.
• My child’s personal details (including full name, weight, age category, club name, and Area/Home Nation) may be used in pre-event entry lists and event results, both online and on social media.
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Participants, parents, guardians, and spectators are prohibited from taking pictures in changing rooms, toilet areas, and during the weigh-in portion of the competition.
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Photographs taken for personal use must not be posted on social media if doing so may adversely affect participants, particularly where there are safeguarding concerns.

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2026-09-27 08:00 - 17:00
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British Judo 1st4Sport Level Two Coaching Course: 3 & 4 Oct, 31 Oct & 1 Nov, 15 Nov 26 - Cardiff
2026-10-03 - 2026-10-04 | Sport Wales National Centre, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, CF11 9SW
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 deliver better and more sessions at your club, then this is the course for you.
On successful completion of this course candidates will receive a 1st4Sport Level 2 coaching award and will be equipped to deliver sessions independently and work alongside a 1st4Sport Level 3 judo coach during club or other relevant coaching sessions. 1st4Sport Level 2 coaches are also able to set up their own judo club(s).
The course will run on two weekends.
Weekend 1: Saturday 03 & Sunday 04 October 2026
Weekend 2: Saturday 31 October & Sunday 01 November 2026
(Assessment Day: 15th November 2026)
Venue: Sport Wales National Centre, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, CF11 9SW
What do you need before you can sign up?

Be at least 18 years old
Be a current member of the British Judo Association
Hold a minimum British Judo Association 1st Kyu Grade
It is recommended that candidates hold a BJA Level 1 coaching award
Be able to communicate effectively in English (listening, speaking, reading and writing)

Course details
Candidates are required to complete the 15 module programme, a mock assessment and a personal action planning process as part of the training. This will be followed by a period of extended study and logged coaching practice prior to the final assessment. Candidates will work through the following units as part of this course:

Understanding the Fundamentals of Coaching Sport
Understanding how to Develop Participants through Coaching Sport
Supporting Participants’ Lifestyle through Coaching Sport
Understanding the Principles of Safe and Equitable Coaching Practice
Plan a Series of Judo Coaching Sessions
Prepare the Judo Coaching Environment
Deliver a Series of Judo Coaching Sessions
Monitor and Evaluate Judo Coaching Sessions

Please book your place via the Welsh Judo website

L3 - British Minors Closed Championships
2026-10-10 08:00 - 17:00 | University of East London

JudoScotland Time Keeping Online Course - 14 Oct 26
2026-10-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Online
Becoming a timekeeper/scorer is the starting point of your officiating journey in judo.
If you are new to judo and/or want to help out at competitions then this is the officiating role for you.
This course will be delivered initially online and a mentor system will be put into place at competitions. This course focuses on understanding the basics of a judo contest and the role of the timekeeper and scorer plays during competition judo.
On successful completion of the training programme, candidates will be able to act as JudoScotland timekeepers and scorers at British Judo/JudoScotland events and competitions full support will be given to candidates at events.
What do you need before you can sign up?

Be at least 10 years of age
Good communication and ‘people skills’
Training details

Candidates undergo ‘on the job’ training at a competition in order to become timekeepers/scorers. As part of their training candidates learn:

An awareness of referee words and signals which require action from them as Timekeepers/Scorers
An ability to time keep and score effectively including when to re-set at the end of the contest
An awareness of procedure when osaekomi is on at the end of contest time
A basic understanding of scoring and penalty systems

https://www.judoscotland.com/event/judoscotland-time-keeping-online-course-2/

2026 National Dan Gradings – 24 October 26 – High Wycombe
2026-10-24 | High Wycombe Judo Centre, Barry Close, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP12 4UE, England
VENUE: High Wycombe Judo Centre, Barry Close, High Wycombe, HP12 4UE
DATE: Saturday 24th October 26 – Online Entry closes Midday 21.10.26
COST: £25 prior entries – online entry
PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLINE ENTRY WILL CLOSE 3 DAYS PRIOR TO THE GRADING
ENTRY AFTER THIS DATE WILL STILL BE POSSIBLE BUT MUST BE PAID IN CASH ON THE DAY
£30 on the day (CASH ONLY)
Grading + Theory: Additional £10.00
THEORY EXAMS TO BE CARRIED OUT WHEN MAT AVAILABLE
BOOK-IN: 1st Kyu & Dan Grades – Women 8.30 – 9.00
Dan Grades – Men 8.30 – 9.00
1st Kyu – Men 12.30 – 13.00
WEIGH-IN: All candidates will be weighed
If there are enough veterans on the day, they will be graded as a separate group
PLEASE NOTE: WHITE SUITS ONLY MUST BE WORN
Contest duration will be four minutes.
For further information, please contact Kim Tilley: 07710 846864 or email kimothy2812@gmail.com
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BJA Level 1 Coaching Course - 24th & 25th October 2026 - Higham and Rushden
2026-10-24 | Higham and Rushden Judo Club, Higham and Rushden - Unit 5, Factory 2, Sanders lodge industrial estate, Wellingborough Road, Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10 6BQ, United Kingdom
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 (where relevant) to apply these skills; basic technical principles of ne-waza and tachi-waza; health and safety; and basic judo rules.
On successful completion of this course candidates will receive a British Judo Association Level 1 coaching award and will be equipped to work under supervision of BJA Level 2 or higher valid coach on any relevant coaching sessions. Once they have turned 18 years of age, a BJA Level 1 coach may, upon the discretion of BJA Level 2 or higher valid coach, also work independently under supervised instruction.
The course will run across two days on one weekend, you will need to attend both days.
Venue: Higham and Rushden Judo Club, Wellingborough Road, Rushden NN10 6BQ
Day One: Saturday 24 October 2026 – 09:00am start
Day Two / Assessment: Sunday 25 October 2026 – 09:00am start
What do you need before you can sign up?

Be at least 16 years of age
Be a current member of the British Judo Association
Hold a minimum British Judo Association 2nd Kyu Grade
Have a good knowledge of the British Judo Mon and Kyu Grade Syllabi
Be able to communicate effectively in English (listening, speaking, reading and writing)

Course details
Candidates are required to complete a Portfolio Tasks within six month of their assessment. These tasks include:

Four session plans (minimum of two session plans to be completed before assessment day)
Two ne-waza and two tachi-waza coaching point diagrams
Health and Safety task – facility check and basic first aid
Safeguarding and Protecting Children
Contest Rules

For more information about the course, please contact dermot.heslop@britishjudo.org.uk

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First Aid & Safeguarding - 1 Nov 26 - New Malden
2026-11-01 | Ray Stevens Academy, 253 Burlington Road, New Malden, KT3 4NE, United Kingdom
Both First Aid and Safeguarding & Protecting Children
Ray Stevens Academy, 253 Burlington Road, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 4NE, UK
£120 for both of £60 each
FIRST AID 9-1PM AND SAFEGUARDING & PROTECTING CHILDREN ( FACE TO FACE WORKSHOPS )( BJA APPROVED) 2-5PM 1 NOVEMBER 2026
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FIRST AID ( BJA APPROVED) 9 -1PM 1 NOVEMBER 2026
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SAFEGUARDING & PROTECTING CHILDREN ( FACE TO FACE WORKSHOPS )( BJA APPROVED) 2-5PM 1 NOVEMBER 2026
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Technical Grading Level 1 & Technical Grading Level 2 – 14 Nov 26 – Kidderminster
2026-11-14 09:00 - 17:00 | Samurai Judo Club, Zortech Avenue, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY11 7DY, England
Technical Grading Level 1
09:00 – 12:45
The aim of this module is to deliver, discuss and work with the technical requirement of British Judo’s ‘Mon and Kyu Grading Syllabus’ 1st to 9th Mon and the Kyu grade equivalent in order that coaches can confidently prepare and grade players Novice to 6th Mon and Novice to 5th Kyu.
Technical Grading Level 2
13:15 – 17:00
The aim of this module is to deliver, discuss and work with the technical requirement of British Judo’s ‘Mon and Kyu Grading Syllabus’ 10th to 18th Mon and the Kyu grade equivalent) in order that coaches can confidently prepare athletes for examination.
Use the booking form below to complete your registration.
Cost: £20 each or £30 for both
This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education Course

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BJA Gonosen-No-Kata & Itsutsu-No-Kata - Palstone Park Recreation Ground - 15 Nov 26
2026-11-15 10:00 - 16:00 | Palstone Park Recreation Ground, South Brent, Devon, TQ10 9JP, United Kingdom
Course Title: Gonosen-No-Kata & Itsutsu-No-Kata
Venue: Palstone Park Recreation Ground, South Brent, Devon, Exeter Road, TQ10 9JP
Tutors: Pete Whitfield – Kata Examiner
Date: 15th November 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 Gonosen-No-Kata (Forms of Counterattack) & Itsutsu-No-Kata (The Five Forms).
Gonosen-No-kata consists of a range of traditional Nage-Waza (Throwing Techniques) with some being used for the initial attack & others being used for the counterattack. This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your Judo skills.
Itsutsu-No-Kata consists of five techniques which use judo techniques to overcome a range of forces.
This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education Course which is worth one credit.
The course is limited to 10 places, due to the size of the tatami.
All applicants must hold a current FULL BJA membership & be a minimum grade of 3rd Kyu (Green Belt).
Ideally you would attend with a partner to practice with, however we will endeavour to pair up individuals who attend the course.
Further information available from: petewhitfield62@gmail.com
This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education Course

Northern Area Dan Gradings – 16 Nov 26 – South Shields
2026-11-16 | Kodokwai Judo Club, Commercial Road, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE33 1RQ, England

Goshin-Jitsu - 28 Nov 26 - Leigh
2026-11-28 10:00 - 16:00 | Leigh Judo Academy, Lowton Community Hub, Newton Road, Lowton, Greater Manchester, WA3 2BH, United Kingdom
Goshin-Jitsu
Saturday 28th November 2026 10am – 4pm
Email for further details:
patanddawnbyrne@talktalk.net
This is a British Judo Licenced Coach Revalidation/Revalidation Course
