British Judo is pleased to announce the introduction the UKCC – Level 3 in Coaching Performance Judo and that the application process for the programme is now open.

The learning programme is delivered over four weekend blocks.

Dates: Block 1 – 22/23 September 2012
Block 2 – 3/4 November 2012
Block 3 – 8/9 December 2012
Block 4 – 12/13 January 2013
Venue: SKK Judo Club, Viaduct Street, Newton le Willows WA12 9NH
Fee: £800.00
(£200.00 will be returned to coaches who successfully complete the programme and attain their BJA Level 3 Coaching Licence – applies to BJA coaches only )
Closing Date: Monday 2 nd July 2012

Minimum Requirements

All candidates must:

• be at least 21 years of age
• hold a minimum of grade 1 st Dan
• BJA members must hold a current BJA Level 2 or BJA Level 3 Coach Award (non BJA members must hold a UKCC Level 2 Award)
The UKCC – Level 3 in Coaching Performance Judo is a 1st 4sport Award which looks at developing coaches who work with competitive players. The programme is based on planning an annual programme which focuses on the holistic approach to training the whole player. Areas that the coach will explore are the competitive, technical, tactical, physical, psychological and lifestyle needs of the judo player.

Due to the nature of this award, we are looking for coaches already working with players 11 years of age and above, who currently hold the minimum grade of green belt and who participate in national level championships.

Currently valid BJA Level 2 and BJA Level 3 Coaches are eligible to apply to be considered for this programme provided that they fully meet the eligibility requirements. Coaches from other judo organisations are eligible to apply to be considered for this programme provided that they fully meet the eligibility requirements and hold a UKCC – Level 2 in Coaching Judo.

Application forms and course details can be found on the 22 September 2012 entry in BJA Calendar of Events on the BJA Website (www.brititish judo.org.uk). BJA coaches may be able to get help with funding and you please contact their local BJA Regional Development Officer or BJA Technical Officer for advice. Places are limited so please apply early.

Any enquires should be directed to Joyce Heron, BJA Education and Training Manager at joyce.heron@britishjudo.org.uk or on 07967 773813 (office hours).

Please click here for application details and here for an application form