British Judo

L3 - British Veteran Open
2025-03-29 | University of East London Sports Centre, Docklands, 4-6 University Way, London, E16 2RD, United Kingdom
Location: University of East London SportsDock
Date: Saturday 29th March 2025
More details to follow soon!

Judo Fit Workshop - Gillingham - 30 Mar 25
2025-03-30 10:30 - 15:30 (Europe/London) | Medway Park Leisure Centre, Mill Road, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 1HF, United Kingdom
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 music.
Non judo people are very welcome to participate in the workshop.
This is a British Judo Association Licenced Coach Education/Revalidation Course

Bookings for this course have now closed, thank you for your interest

National Dan Grading 2025
2025-04-05 | High Wycombe Judo Centre, Barry Close, High Wycombe , Buckinghamshire, HP12 4UE, England
VENUE: High Wycombe Judo Centre, Barry Close, High Wycombe, HP12 4UE
DATES:
Saturday 1st February 2025
Saturday 5th April 2025
Saturday 12th July 2025
Saturday 25th October 2025
COST: £25 prior entries
PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLINE ENTRY WILL CLOSE 1 WEEK 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 £5.00
Competitive Theory Only: £10.00 (Must be pre-booked. Please bring a partner if possible)
THEORY EXAMS TO BE CARRIED OUT WHEN MAT AVAILABLE

BOOK-IN:
1st Kyu & Dan Grades – Women: 08.30– 09.00
Dan Grades – Men: 08.30 – 09.00
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
NO CALLS AFTER 9PM

You can no longer book online for this, please pay on the day

Paid fees will not be refunded if you fail to attend this event after registering. If you are no longer able to attend, please contact courseadmin@britishjudo.org.uk in the earliest instance.

U8/L2 - Richard Lloyd Memorial 2025 & Under 8 Festival
2025-04-12 | SKK Judo Club, Earlestown, Newton-le-willows, Merseyside, WA12 9NW, United Kingdom
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**

L2 - Worcester Judo Orange and Under
2025-04-13 | Worcester Judo Club, 2 Westbury Street, Worcester, Worcester, WR1 1AA, United Kingdom
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: FRIDAY 4TH APRIL 2025**

London Area Dan Grading - Budokwai - 2024/25
2025-04-27, 2025-05-25, 2025-06-29, 2025-07-27 | Budokwai, 4 Gilston Road, London, none, SW10 9SL, United Kingdom
Venue: Budokwai, 4 Gilston road, London SW10 9SL
Times: Booking at: 11.30am Start 12:00pm
Dates:
29/9/24
27/10/24
24/11/24
26/1/25
23/2/25
23/3/25
27/4/25
25/5/25
29/6/25
27/7/25
All enquiries to the Budokwai on 0207 3701000.

L3 - NHC Low Grade Development Event
2025-05-03 | The Brentwood Centre, The Brentwood Centre, Doddinghurst Road, Pilgrims Hatch, Essex, United Kingdom
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 years inclusive (Novice to 6th Mon)
Group E: Seniors (Novice to 5th Kyu)

>>ENTER HERE<<

**CLOSING DATE: SUNDAY 27TH APRIL 2025**

BJA Nage-No-Kata - Palstone Park Recreation Ground - 4 May 25
2025-05-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Palstone Park Recreation Ground, South Brent, Devon, TQ10 9JP, United Kingdom
Course Title: BJA Nage-No-Kata – Palstone Park Recreation Ground – 4 May 25
Venue: Palstone Park Recreation Ground, South Brent, Devon, Exeter Road, TQ10 9JP
Tutors: Pete Whitfield – Kata Examiner
Date: 4th May 2025
Session: 10:00 – 16:00
Cost: £25.00
Application closing date: 27th April 2025
Further information available from: Pete Whitfield | petewhitfield62@gmail.com | 07599 111815
Course Details:
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 and will cover the Kata requirements of 1st Kyu examination, Section 6 of the Competitive Dan Grade examination & Section 7, 8 or 9 of the Technical Dan Grade examination.
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

BJA Level 1 Coaching Course - 11th May and 29th June 2025 - St Albans
2025-05-11 | St Albans Judo Club, Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 5XA, 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 2 separate days, you will need to attend both.
Venue: St Albans Judo Club, Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre, Batchwood Drive, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 5XA
Day One: 11th May 2025
Day Two / Assessment: 29th June 2025
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
Please book your place below.

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NHC Koshiki-no-kata course - 11 May 25 - High Wycombe
2025-05-11 10:00 - 15:00 | High Wycombe Judo Centre, Barry Close, High Wycombe , Buckinghamshire, HP12 4UE, England
NHC Koshiki-no-kata course
Venue: High Wycombe Judo Centre
Date: 11th May 2025
Time: 10:00 – 15:00

For more information contact course organiser, Paul Jordan
Email: pauljor61jc@hotmail.co.uk
Telephone:07746 572527
This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education/Revalidation Course

British Judo 1st4Sport Level Two Coaching Course: 7th and 8th June, 5th and 6th July and 17th August 2025 - York
2025-06-07 - 2025-06-08 | York Railway Institute Judo Club, York Gymnasium 22 Queen Street, York, Yorkshire, YO24 1AD, England
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: 7th and 8th June 2025
Weekend 2: 5th and 6th July 2025
(Assessment Day: 17th August 2025)
Venue: York RI Judo Club, Queen Street, York YO24 1AD
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
Please book your place below.

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L2 - Worcester Judo Orange and Under
2025-06-08 | Worcester Judo Club, 2 Westbury Street, Worcester, Worcester, WR1 1AA, United Kingdom
Venue: Worcester Judo Club, 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: FRIDAY 30TH MAY 2025**

BJA Level 1 Coaching Course - 8th June and 6th July 2025 - York
2025-06-08 | York Railway Institute Judo Club, York Gymnasium 22 Queen Street, York, Yorkshire, YO24 1AD, 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 2 separate days, you will need to attend both.
Venue: York RI Judo Club, Queen Street, York YO24 1AD
Day One: 8th June 2025
Day Two / Assessment: 6th July 2025
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
Please book your place below.

Bookings for this course have now closed, thank you for your interest.
For further information on how we handle your data, please read our Privacy Notice: https://bja.platform81.com/privacy-policy/

L3 - North West U16 Age & Grade Band Open Open
2025-06-22 | SKK Judo Club, Earlestown, Newton-le-willows, Merseyside, WA12 9NW, United Kingdom
Venue: SKK Judo Club, Legh Street, Newton le Willows, WA12 9NH

Categories:
Group A: Under 12 Orange Belt and Below (Players aged 8-11 years)
Group B: 12-15 years, Blue Belt and Below (Players aged 12-15 years)

**CLOSING DATE: MONDAY 16TH JUNE 2025**

National Dan Grading 2025
2025-07-12 | High Wycombe Judo Centre, Barry Close, High Wycombe , Buckinghamshire, HP12 4UE, England
VENUE: High Wycombe Judo Centre, Barry Close, High Wycombe, HP12 4UE
DATES:
Saturday 1st February 2025
Saturday 5th April 2025
Saturday 12th July 2025
Saturday 25th October 2025
COST: £25 prior entries
PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLINE ENTRY WILL CLOSE 1 WEEK 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 £5.00
Competitive Theory Only: £10.00 (Must be pre-booked. Please bring a partner if possible)
THEORY EXAMS TO BE CARRIED OUT WHEN MAT AVAILABLE

BOOK-IN:
1st Kyu & Dan Grades – Women: 08.30– 09.00
Dan Grades – Men: 08.30 – 09.00
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
NO CALLS AFTER 9PM

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BJA Ju-No-Kata - Palstone Park Recreation Ground - 13 Jul 25
2025-07-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Palstone Park Recreation Ground, South Brent, Devon, TQ10 9JP, United Kingdom
Course Title: BJA Ju-No-Kata – Palstone Park Recreation Ground – 13 Jul 25
Venue: Palstone Park Recreation Ground, South Brent, Devon, Exeter Road, TQ10 9JP
Tutors: Pete Whitfield – Kata Examiner
Date: 13th July 2025
Session: 10:00 – 16:00
Cost: £25.00
Application closing date: 6th July 2025
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 (Forms of Yielding). This kata consists of 3 sets Dai-Ikkyo (Set 1), Dai-Nikyo (Set 2) and Dai-Sankyo (Set 3), each has 5 techniques of attack & defence. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your knowledge & understanding of how this aspect of Judo can be used for self-defence & as a method exercise.
The course and will cover the Kata requirements of Sections 7, 8 or 9 of the Technical Dan Grade examination.
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

L3 - NHC Split Grade Open (Don Werner Memorial) Championships
2025-07-19 | The Brentwood Centre, The Brentwood Centre, Doddinghurst Road, Pilgrims Hatch, Essex, United Kingdom
Venue: THE BRENTWOOD CENTRE, DODDINGHURST ROAD, PILGRIMS HATCH, ESSEX, CM15 9NN

Categories:
Group 1: 8 – 15 years inclusive ( Novice to 6th Mon/ 5th Kyu)
Group 2: 8 – 15 years inclusive (7th Mon/ 4th Kyu to 12th Mon/ 3rd Kyu)
Group 3: 12 – 15 years inclusive (13th Mon/ 2nd Kyu to 18th Mon/ 1st Kyu)
Group 4: Seniors minimum aged 14 years (Novice to 4th Kyu)
Group 5: Seniors minimum aged 14 years (3rd Kyu to 1st Kyu)

>>ENTER HERE<<

**CLOSING DATE: SUNDAY 13TH JULY 2025**

Kata course weekend - York - 25 to 27 July 2025
2025-07-25 - 2025-07-27 | York Railway Institute Judo Club, York Gymnasium 22 Queen Street, York, Yorkshire, YO24 1AD, England
PROGRAMME FOR THE WEEKEND
Friday 25th July 2025
ITSUTSU-NO-KATA
7pm Start: 9pm Finish
Saturday 26th July 2025
KIME-NO-KATA(Morning)
10am to 1.30pm
KOSHIKI-NO-KATA(Afternoon)
1.30pm to 5pm
COURSE CLOSED
Sunday 27th July 2025
KODOKAN GOSHIN-JUTSU
10am to 1.30pm
JU-NO-KATA
1.30pm to 5pm
COURSE CLOSED
Organiser: Dermot Heslop
Venue: York RI Judo Club Sports Centre, Queen Street, York YO24 1AD
Course Cost: £100 for 4 or more Kata’s or £50.00 for upto 3 Kata’s
Each of these are a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education / Revalidation Course.
Bookings for this course have now closed, thank you for your interest

NHC Kata Weekend – Kodokan Goshin-Jutsu & Gonosen-no-kata - 2 Aug 25 - High Wycombe
2025-08-02 10:00 - 16:00 | High Wycombe Judo Centre, Barry Close, High Wycombe , Buckinghamshire, HP12 4UE, England
NHC Kata Weekend – Kodokan Goshin-Jutsu & Gonosen-no-kata
Venue: High Wycombe Judo Centre
Date: 2nd August 2025
Time: 10:00 – 16:00

For more information contact course organiser, Paul Jordan
Email: pauljor61jc@hotmail.co.uk
Telephone:07746 572527
This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education/Revalidation Course

NHC Kata Weekend – NHC Kata Weekend – Ju-no-kata & Itsutsu-no-kata - 3 Aug 25 - High Wycombe
2025-08-03 10:00 - 16:00 | High Wycombe Judo Centre, Barry Close, High Wycombe , Buckinghamshire, HP12 4UE, England
NHC Kata Weekend – Ju-no-kata & Itsutsu-no-kata
Venue: High Wycombe Judo Centre
Date: 3rd August 2025
Time: 10:00 – 16:00

For more information contact course organiser, Paul Jordan
Email: pauljor61jc@hotmail.co.uk
Telephone:07746 572527
This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education/Revalidation Course

British Judo 1st4Sport Level Two Coaching Course: 13th and 14th September, 11th and 12th October and 23rd November 2025 - Dartford
2025-09-13 - 2025-09-14 | Dartford Judo Club, Cotton Lane, Stone, Kent, DA2 6PD, England
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: 13th and 14th September 2025
Weekend 2: 11th and 12th October 2025
(Assessment Day: 23rd November 2025)
Venue: Dartford Judo Club Club Cotton Lane, Stone, Dartford DA2 6PD
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
Please book your place below.

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British Judo 1st4Sport Level Two Coaching Course: 20th and 21st September, 18th and 19th October and 16th November 2025 - Bristol
2025-09-20 - 2025-09-21 | Yate Star Judo Club, Yate Community Centre, 100 Station Road, Yate, Bristol, BS37 4PQ, 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.
Weekend 1: 20th and 21st September 2025
Weekend 2: 18th and 19th October 2025
(Assessment Day: 16th November 2025)
Venue: Yate Star Judo Club, Yate Community Centre, 100 Station Road Yate, Bristol, BS37 4PQ
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
Please book your place below.

We are no longer accepting bookings for this course
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L2 - Worcester Judo Green and Under
2025-09-28 | Worcester Judo Club, 2 Westbury Street, Worcester, Worcester, WR1 1AA, United Kingdom
Venue: Worcester Judo Club, 2 Westbury Street, Worcester, WR1 1AA

Categories:
Group A: Boys Red and Yellow Belts
Group B: Boys Orange and Green Belts
Group C: Girls Red and Yellow Belts
Group D: Girls Orange and Green Belts

There are no weight categories. All players will be sorted into groups by weight, age, and grade.

**CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY 9TH September 2025**

BJA Level 1 Coaching Course - 4th and 5th October 2025 - Kidderminster
2025-10-04 | Samurai (Kidderminster) Judo Club, Zortech Avenue, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY11 7DY, 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 a weekend, you will need to attend both days.
Venue: Samurai Judo Club Zotech Avenue, Kidderminster DY11 7DY
Day One: 4th October 2025
Day Two / Assessment: 5th October 2025
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
Please book your place below.

Bookings for this course have now closed, thank you for your interest.
For further information on how we handle your data, please read our Privacy Notice: https://bja.platform81.com/privacy-policy/

BJA Goshin-Jutsu - Palstone Park Recreation Ground - 5 Oct 25
2025-10-05 10:00 - 16:00 | Palstone Park Recreation Ground, South Brent, Devon, TQ10 9JP, United Kingdom
Course Title: BJA 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: 5th October 2025
Session: 10:00 – 16:00
Cost: £25.00
Application closing date: 28th September 2025
Further information available from: Pete Whitfield | petewhitfield62@gmail.com | 07599 111815
Course Details:
The aim of this course is to introduce players to Kodokan Goshin-Jutsu (Forms of Kodokan Self-Defence). This kata consists of 12 techniques against an unarmed attacker & 9 techniques against an armed attacker. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your knowledge & understanding of how Judo skills can be used for self-defence.
The course and will cover the Kata requirements of Sections 7, 8 or 9 of the Technical Dan Grade examination.
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
Further information available from: petewhitfield62@gmail.com
This is a British Judo Association Licensed Coach Education Course

L3 - NHC Open Minors, Pre-Cadet and Cadets
2025-10-18 | The Brentwood Centre, The Brentwood Centre, Doddinghurst Road, Pilgrims Hatch, Essex, United Kingdom
Venue: The Brentwood Centre, Doddinghurst Road, Pilgrims Hatch, Essex, CM15 9NN

Categories:
Minors: competitors born in years 2014, 2025, 2016 & 2017
Pre-Cadets: competitions born in years 2012 & 2013
Cadets: competitions born in years 2009, 2010 & 2011

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**CLOSING DATE: SUNDAY 12TH OCTOBER 2025**

L4 - NHC Open Juniors, Seniors and Veterans
2025-10-19 | The Brentwood Centre, The Brentwood Centre, Doddinghurst Road, Pilgrims Hatch, Essex, United Kingdom
Venue: The Brentwood Centre, Doddinghurst Centre, Pilgrims Hatch, Essex, CM15 9NN

Categories:
Juniors: Competitions born in years 2006 to 2011
Seniors: Minimum age of competitors is 14 years old
Veterans: Competitors aged 30+ years inclusive on the day

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**CLOSING DATE: SUNDAY 12TH OCTOBER 2025**
