Pathways from Academy to Commonwealth & World Class Performance 

Our performance pathway supports Scottish judoka from Minors to Seniors, providing development, competition opportunities and a route to Team Scotland, Team GB and ParalympicsGB. 

Why Engage in the Pathway 

By engaging in the JudoScotland Performance Pathway, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive and supportive training programme, that alongside your club activity, is designed to help you progress on your competitive judo journey. This includes multiple technical judo sessions each week, dedicated strength and conditioning training, and full access to gym facilities to support your physical development. You’ll also be introduced to key areas of high‑performance sport such as anti‑doping education, physical preparation, and performance nutrition. In addition, athletes on the pathway benefit from subsidised JudoScotland performance wear, ensuring you’re equipped both on and off the mat. 

Who Can Join? 

To be eligible for JudoScotland squads, judoka must: 

• Be eligible to represent Scotland (Commonwealth Games criteria). 

• Hold a current JudoScotland licence and have a British passport. 

• Be able to train/compete internationally. 

• Not be serving a competition or funding ban. 

• Commit to minimum programme engagement (see squad-level criteria).
• Agree to the athlete Code of Conduct.  

Our Squads at a Glance 

• Minors – Academy Squad (Age Band A) 

• Pre Cadet (U15) – Academy Squad (B1–B2, born 2013/14) Cadet (U15) – Academy Squad 

• U18 – Academy & National Squads (C1–C3, born 2010–2012) 

• U21 – Academy & National Squads 

• U23 – National Squad 

• Senior (SNR) – National Squad & Commonwealth Games Squad (CMW) 

• VI (Visually Impaired) – Academy & National Squads