Judo Scotland

JudoScotland Live Board Meeting
2024-10-29 18:30 - 20:30 (Europe/London) | Online
Following the success of our first-ever Live Board Meeting last year, we are pleased to offer our members the chance to join us for our next board meeting on the 29th of October.
We are delighted to provide an opportunity for you, our members, to hear how JudoScotland is performing in relation to its strategic plan JudoForAll and get an insight into the Board’s key focus areas.
The agenda has yet to be set but our Board meeting will cover a range of topics including Governance, Finance and Strategic updates on Business Operations, Delivery and Performance. It is also the intention to have a Q&A at the end.
Participants will need to sign up no later than 12pm on Monday 28th October to enable them to receive log-in details and relevant papers.
Help us to help you by getting involved – book your space below.
#JudoForAll Book your spot here

Child Wellbeing and Protection Officer (CWPO) Training: Virtual Workshop
2024-10-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Online
Child Wellbeing and Protection Officer (CWPO) Training
Launched spring 2019, this workshop replaces ‘In Safe Hands 1 & 2’. The workshop is suitable for individuals responsible for leading their club or organisation in the wellbeing and protection of children and young people. Learners will have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills to manage concerns through the use of interactive case studies and group work.
Suitable for: Child Wellbeing and Protection Officers or those in a similar role who are aged 18+ yrs.
Prerequisites: Learners must have completed both modules of the Child Wellbeing & Protecting Children (CWPO) or SPC.
Workshop aims:

To provide participants with the opportunity to further develop skills in fulfilling their role as Child Protection Officer
To provide the opportunity for Child Protection Officers to explore, in more detail, the type of well being and protection concerns that may arise for children and young people within, or outwith, the SGB, club environment and how to respond effectively
To help SGB/clubs implement practices and procedures to keep children and young people safe.

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the workshop participants will be able to:

Confidently assess the suitability of an individual to work with children and young people.
Understand legal responsibilities relating to PVG checks or referrals to Disclosure Scotland and identify who is responsible for this in their setting.
Respond effectively to wellbeing and protection concerns that may arise in or out-with the club environment.
Recognise ways in which club culture influences the wellbeing and protection of children and identify methods for effecting cultural change in this important area.

Topics:
Recruitment and selection
Responding to child protection and well-being concerns
Information sharing
Fact finding and case referrals
An introduction to PVG
When you receive your booking confirmation you will also receive a zoom meeting link for the course. Book Your Space

Scottish Veterans Judo Session
2024-10-20 13:00 - 15:00 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
Calling All Veterans – New Registration Process for Monthly Sessions
Training sessions are held once a month and all Masters are welcome to join whenever they can.
To support administration and preparation for sessions, registrations and payments (£5pp per session) will now be made online here, using Just Go, JudoScotland’s membership portal.
If you have a JudoScotland membership already, the process is simple. Log in to your account, using your membership number as your username and complete the event ticket for the session you wish to attend. If you don’t have a JudoScotland membership, follow the sign-up to become a member, following the prompts to get a JudoScotland membership.
If you are a member with another national association who is visiting for the Veterans session, please contact us on 0131 333 2981.
Thank you in advance for your help as we transition to a new registration process to ensure that all participants are covered by relevant membership and insurance. And of course, if you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to contact JudoScotland. Book Your Space Find Out More About Veterans Judo Shop Macron Veterans Clothing

Bonsai Kyoso Open 2024
2024-10-20 | Craigswood, Craigswood Sports Centre, Livingston, EH54 5ER, United Kingdom
About the event

This event is aimed at beginners or those who are less experienced. If you child/player has entered any of the following events such as: C2, Welsh Open, British Pre-cadet Championships, or Scottish National Championships and has medalled. Please do not enter.

Entry Form

2024 JudoScotland Time Keeping Online Course
2024-10-17 19:00 - 20:00 | 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

Book Your Space Why Become a Technical Official

JudoScotland AGM
2024-10-12 18:00 - 19:00 | sportscotland National Centre, Burnside Road, Largs, Inverclyde, KA30 8RW, SportScotland National Centre, Burnside Road, Largs, Inverclyde, KA30 8RW, Largs, Inverclyde, KA30 8RW
Date: Saturday 12th October
Venue: sportscotland National Centre, Inverclyde

East of Scotland Adaptive Monthly Judo session
2024-10-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Gate 55, Sighthill Road, EH11 4PB
Focusing on delivering Judo for anyone with a physical or intellectual disability.
Suitable for Age 8+
For more information contact:
Janice: 07752841616
Jo: 07411722240
A Special Olympics GB accredited programme.

The Gathering 2024
2024-10-12 - 2024-10-13 | sportscotland National Centre, Burnside Road, Largs, Inverclyde, KA30 8RW, SportScotland National Centre, Burnside Road, Largs, Inverclyde, KA30 8RW, Largs, Inverclyde, KA30 8RW
Is the Gathering a ‘Revalidation event’ for coaches? YES
Is the Gathering open to any judoka over the age of 14? YES
Is this year going to be another awesome event that JudoScotland has put on? OH YES
In 2023 we got a small glimpse of the man himself, 2024 is going to be the year for all Shohei Ono fans, introducing Double Olympic Champion, Three time World Champion, Asian Games Champion, Three times All Japan Champion, Five time Grand Slam Champion and Two time Grand Prix Champion Shohei Ono to The Gathering.
2024 will also see our National High Performance Coach Takafumi Kitahara on the mat and this time taking the lead, sharing some his own knowledge and technical skills with the Gathering audience.
If that was not enough to get you signing up already! We hope to have a current Olympic Champion join our coaching team for 2024. Just freshly returned from Paris 2024 with with a gold medal from the individuals and a silver from the teams, JudoScotland are proud to announce that we have -81kg Olympic Champion Takanori Nagase coming to Scotland for this years Gathering.
If you sign up for the full weekend you will receive overnight accommodation within a twin room, lunch, evening meal on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday as well as lots of top-class judo. If you can only make it along for one day, please choose one of our day passes; on Saturday this includes lunch. Any judoka over 14 but under 18 can take advantage of the non-residential weekend pass or day passes, if you want to book the full residential you must be accompanied and be responsible to a full paying adult, for example, your coach. This is due to alcohol being available during the evening meal for those aged 18 years and above.
RESIDENTIAL PLACES ARE NOW SOLD OUT, PLEASE ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAITLIST IF YOU WOULD LIKE A PLACE.
Largs has many B&B’s, hotels and holiday lets available, please use the postcode KA30 8RW as your loation search.
Pricing
JudoScotland Members:

JudoScotland members residential (Saturday & Sunday) SOLD OUT
JudoScotland members non-residential (Saturday & Sunday) £100.00
JudoScotland members day pass (Saturday) £75.00
JudoScotland members day pass (Sunday) £45.00

Non-JudoScotland Members:

Non-JudoScotland members residential (Saturday & Sunday) SOLD OUT
Non-JudoScotland members non-residential (Saturday & Sunday) £120.00
Non-JudoScotland members day pass (Saturday) £95.00
Non-JudoScotland members day pass (Sunday) £65.00

For non-JudoScotland members please email events@judoscotland.com or alternatively call Jo Imrie on 0131 333 2981 or 07543287641. Event Details and Tickets We endeavour to improve the event each year so we have a maximum number that we will not pass due to mat capacity for practice and for lunch provisions etc. We will however continue to find ways of bringing world class exponents of our sport to you our members to help our sport grow throughout Scotland.
Transport Links to Venue
🛫Glasgow International Airport, Paisley PA3 2SW (24miles).
🛫Prestwick International Airport, Prestwick KA9 2PL (28miles).
🚉The nearest train station to the venue is Largs Train Station (1.2miles).
🚌Bus Links from Glasgow City Centre via Clyde Flyer.
Click here to view the timetable as a PDF

Open Coaches Meeting
2024-10-06 13:30 - 15:30 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
Calling JudoScotland coaches
We are immensely proud to have a rich history of Scottish athlete success in judo.
JudoScotland strives to offer the best system possible, with the resources available, to prepare Scottish judoka for success at Commonwealth, World, Olympic and Paralympic levels.
In recent months, JudoScotland and sportscotland pathway development staff have been reviewing the model of delivery from Talent Development through to Performance Development.
Monitoring the system and making appropriate adjustments along the way are important to give Scottish judoka the greatest opportunities to achieve their performance ambitions.
At this key time, we want to share an insight to our review with coaches involved in JudoScotland athletes development, and to get their valued input to help shape the future.
If you are a JudoScotland coach who would like to contribute to, and hear firsthand about our key principles, current system and ongoing review of the performance development pathway, please join us. We will be meeting in the Patey Suite (across from JudoScotland’s National Training Centre) on Sunday 6th October from 1:30pm to 3:00pm.
Please note this session will be in person only.
Any coach who would like to receive notes and / or who has any questions or input is encouraged to contact info@judoscotland.com Sign Up Here

Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF)
2024-10-06 10:00 - 16:00 | Titan Judo Club, Titan Judo Club, Dojo 54, 54 Kilbowie Road,, Clydebank, G81 1TH, United Kingdom
First Aid Qualifications

It is important to remember to keep your First Aid Qualification up to date, the regulation of the First Aid certificate in relation to your coaching licence is that you MUST attend a face to face course. British Judo had introduced prior to Covid that you can complete an online course intermittently, so you complete a face to face, three years later you can complete a suitable online refresher then three years later another face to face course.

During Covid we have accepted online First Aid courses wherever you are on the cycle but we are now drawing a line under this practice and enforcing the previous process of Face to Face then refresher.

If your last course was online you will be asked to complete physical course from now on.

There are many companies, local authorities that provide these courses, what you are looking for is the one day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW), please see below an example of three companies.

St Johns Ambulance EFAW
St Andrews EFAW
Red Cross EFAW

. Book now by contacting our People Development Executive, Paul McGuinness:
Call: 07949 888278
Email: paulmcguinness@judoscotland.com Click here to view PDF advert

Club, Area and National C Referee Course
2024-10-06 10:00 - 16:00 | Clyde Judo, Office 6, 2 MacDowall St, Paisley, PA3 2NB
Join us for the Club/Area & National C Level Referee Course hosted by Judo Scotland!
Looking to delve into the world of judo refereeing? This is the perfect place to start! The National C Refereeing Course is open to everyone, even if your new to refereeing. This course is your chance to dive into the world of refereeing, enhance your understanding of the rules, and gain valuable insights from a referee’s perspective.
Course Highlights:

In-depth rules knowledge
Learn from experienced referees
Suitable for players, coaches, and referees
Opportunity for practical experience
Free for players and coaches not taking the examination

Referee Courses are open to participants aged 12 and above, with a minimum green belt level. Our goal is to empower clubs and individuals to get more involved in refereeing, thereby elevating the overall quality of Judo events.
The cost for this course is £15 which is the fee for your BJA exam, JudoScotland will cover the course cost upon passing your exam you will be eligible to referee at many events. When you start on this journey it is important to keep a diary of all the events that you volunteer at as if you attend 6 JudoScotland events per year you will be eligible for a FREE JudoScotland licence. Book Here

2024 Highland Budokan (Grand Prix)
2024-10-05 | Inverness Leisure Centre, Bught Lane, Inverness, IV3 5SS
Date: 5th October 2024
Venue: Inverness Leisure Centre, Bught Lane, Inverness, IV3 5SS
Hosted by clubs, but open to all judoka, the JudoScotland Grand Prix series plays a vital role in a young Judoka’s development. It introduces critical elements to a judoka’s progress such as coping with competition, sportsmanship, dealing with pressure and the use of tactics, key skills not just for sport but for life. Coach Registration Entry List Timeline

Child Wellbeing and Protection in Sport: Virtual Workshop
2024-09-30 18:00 - 21:00 | Online
Child Wellbeing and Protection in Sport (CWPS) supersedes the previous Safeguarding and Protecting Children (SPC) course. The training will provide you with the knowledge on child wellbeing and protection that will give you the confidence to deal with issues that may arise in your role working with children.
Suitable for:
16 years + who are in regulated work, delivering or leading sporting activities.
Please note, if your CWPS certificate is about to expire, you are eligible to complete the CWPS Renewal Award instead of repeating the full course (provided your completed the full course at your last renewal).
sportscotland is offering coaches and volunteers (the learner) the opportunity to advance their learning in CWPS, by giving access to renewal modules in various topics. Instead of just repeating CWPS training after 3 years (i.e completing module 1 & 2), the learner can renew their certificate for another 3 years by completing a series of eLearning. This learning is then valid for another 3 years and it is only then that the learner must complete the whole CWPS training again.
Learners can self-register for the Renewal Award here: https://sportscotland.org.uk/safeguarding-in-sport/child-wellbeing-and-protection/training/child-wellbeing-and-protection-in-sport-renewal-award
If you would still like to complete the full CWPS course, details are below:
Module 1
eLearning module introduces you to the basic theory, knowledge and practice which underpins child wellbeing and protection in sport. On average it should take around 30 minutes to complete the module and you MUST complete this module before attending Module 2.
By the end of module 1 learners will be able to:

Understand what is meant by ‘child wellbeing and protection’
Recognise the value of a child-centred approach to child wellbeing and protection
Identify good practise in relation to child wellbeing and protection and how this impacts the sports environment
Recognise the legislative and policy framework around child wellbeing and protection
Identify and respond to possible child wellbeing or protection concerns
Identify the limits of your safeguarding role and know when to get support

Module 2
A 3 hour face-to-face training course led by one of sportscotland’s approved tutors. Learners must complete both modules to gain the qualification and receive their certificate. Due to COVID19 restrictions Module 2 can be delivered virtually. The Approved Tutor list indicates which tutors are able to deliver virtually.
By the end of module 2 learners will:

Be introduced to the Spectrum of Practice and use it to consider, evaluate and respond to common coaching scenarios
Receive an introduction to the factors that create a culture of poor practice
Identify barriers to disclosure
Cover the process for responding to concerns
Put the responding to concerns process into practice to deal with serval complex cases

Access to module 1: Brightspace
sportscotland has recently developed a new registration and certification process using a virtual learning environment – “Brightspace”.
When you book onto a CWPS course through JudoScotland, you will then be given access to Brightspace. This is where you will complete Module 1. When using Brightspace this can only be accessed on Chrome /Safari/Firefox browsers. Internet explorer browser is no longer supported.
Certificates
Once you have completed module 1 and attended module 2, your Tutor will approve the release of your certificate. It will be available to download from your Brightspace portfolio within 24 hours of completing
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JudoScotland Regional Adapted Training Session
2024-09-29 | Hamilton Judo Club, Whitehill Neighbourhood Centre, 9 Hunter Road, Hamilton, ML3 0LH, United Kingdom
🥋 JudoScotland Launches West Regional Adapted Judo Sessions! 🥋
We’re excited to announce the launch of our West Regional Adaptive Judo Sessions! These sessions are designed for all levels, focusing on bringing our community together and fostering growth in a supportive environment. Whether you’re just starting or looking to build your skills, this is an excellent opportunity to connect with others and develop your judo journey.
Join us for our inaugural session:
📅 Date: Sunday, 29th September
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Hamilton Judo Club
These sessions will rotate across various local clubs, offering a fresh and unique experience each time. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your level of activity, learn, and be part of our judo community!
For more information, reach out to Stephen at Stephen.somerville@judoscotland.com. JudoScotland Members Book Your Space Here Event Outline

Alba Judo Veterans Open 2024
2024-09-28 | Cluarankwai Judo Club, 21 New Mill Road, KA1 3JB
Cluarankwai Judo Club is running a Veterans Open, in a brand new event. This competition is aimed at those judoka who either want to gain greater experience competing, want to gain points to progress to their next Dan or both. Entry Form

MacMillan Coffee Morning
2024-09-26 11:00 - 13:30 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
In aid of MacMillan Cancer Support, JudoScotland will host our annual drop-in coffee morning. So, whether you want to drop in for 5 minutes or meet with one of the team to discuss something specific, let’s all get together to support a fantastic cause.

Club Welfare Officer Forum
2024-09-23 19:00 - 19:45 | Online
If your club is looking to recruit a new Club Welfare Officer, or you are an existing Club Welfare Officer and have any questions about the role, we are offering an online information session. This is also an opportunity for us to find out more about any support people in the role would welcome.
We invite Club Welfare Officers, Club Leaders, Coaches, and those interested in becoming a Club Welfare Officer to join us for an informal discussion. During this chat, we’ll cover topics such as:

The role and responsibilities of a Club Welfare Officer (CWO)
Who might be suited to the role of a CWO
The support that JudoScotland can offer to CWOs within clubs

There will also be an opportunity for questions. If you have a question that might relate to a specific individual, or could identify an individual or club, we kindly ask that you contact us privately by phone or email – please contact our Lead Wellbeing and Protection Officer, Luke Struthers on 07495 836223 or LukeStruthers@judoscotland.com.
Register for Event Here

2024 Hibari Kan (Grand Prix)
2024-09-21 | Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facilities, Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facilities,, 1 O’Donnell Way,, Motherwell,, ML1 2TZ, United Kingdom
Date: 21st September 2024
Venue: Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility, 1 O’Donnell Way, Motherwell, ML1 2TZ
Hosted by clubs, but open to all judoka, the JudoScotland Grand Prix series plays a vital role in a young Judoka’s development. It introduces critical elements to a judoka’s progress such as coping with competition, sportsmanship, dealing with pressure and the use of tactics, key skills not just for sport but for life. Entry for JudoScotland members Timeline Entry List Coach Registration More details & entry for non-JudoScotland members

Kime no Kata
2024-09-15 10:00 - 16:00 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
Information:
We have the pleasure of introducing ten time British Kime no Kata Champions Bob and Ricky Cleevely. They are amongst the most knowledgeable in the country for Kime no Kata and also have a wealth of knowledge and experience within Randori no Kata and Ju no Kata. Both Bob and Ricky compete internationally with events such as the British Open, IJF world Cups, European and World championships, with this wealth of experience the course on the 15th of September has not to be missed.
Kime no Kata is a series of self defence katas that were developed around 1888 by Jigoro Kano consisting of eight techniques from a kneeling posture and twelve techniques from a standing posture. They are designed to teach the fundamentals of attack and defence in actual combat and Bob and Ricky will bring these principles to life for you at Ratho.
Unsure what Kime no Kata is about? Click any of the links below to see Kime no Kata in action.
https://youtu.be/1-YAOozPQNU?si=72XfwBhBYnKMZ1uE
https://youtu.be/LLjKzLiXd-A?si=vGqKrveSNyAF5El5
Why not get a head start and check out the links below:
Kodokan kata info
Kata videos
Kata resources
Sign Up Here

Child Wellbeing and Protection in Sport: Virtual Workshop
2024-09-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Online
Child Wellbeing and Protection in Sport (CWPS) supersedes the previous Safeguarding and Protecting Children (SPC) course. The training will provide you with the knowledge on child wellbeing and protection that will give you the confidence to deal with issues that may arise in your role working with children.
Suitable for:
16 years + who are in regulated work, delivering or leading sporting activities.
Please note, if your CWPS certificate is about to expire, you are eligible to complete the CWPS Renewal Award instead of repeating the full course (provided your completed the full course at your last renewal).
sportscotland is offering coaches and volunteers (the learner) the opportunity to advance their learning in CWPS, by giving access to renewal modules in various topics. Instead of just repeating CWPS training after 3 years (i.e completing module 1 & 2), the learner can renew their certificate for another 3 years by completing a series of eLearning. This learning is then valid for another 3 years and it is only then that the learner must complete the whole CWPS training again.
Learners can self-register for the Renewal Award here: https://sportscotland.org.uk/safeguarding-in-sport/child-wellbeing-and-protection/training/child-wellbeing-and-protection-in-sport-renewal-award
If you would still like to complete the full CWPS course, details are below:
Module 1
eLearning module introduces you to the basic theory, knowledge and practice which underpins child wellbeing and protection in sport. On average it should take around 30 minutes to complete the module and you MUST complete this module before attending Module 2.
By the end of module 1 learners will be able to:

Understand what is meant by ‘child wellbeing and protection’
Recognise the value of a child-centred approach to child wellbeing and protection
Identify good practise in relation to child wellbeing and protection and how this impacts the sports environment
Recognise the legislative and policy framework around child wellbeing and protection
Identify and respond to possible child wellbeing or protection concerns
Identify the limits of your safeguarding role and know when to get support

Module 2
A 3 hour face-to-face training course led by one of sportscotland’s approved tutors. Learners must complete both modules to gain the qualification and receive their certificate. Due to COVID19 restrictions Module 2 can be delivered virtually. The Approved Tutor list indicates which tutors are able to deliver virtually.
By the end of module 2 learners will:

Be introduced to the Spectrum of Practice and use it to consider, evaluate and respond to common coaching scenarios
Receive an introduction to the factors that create a culture of poor practice
Identify barriers to disclosure
Cover the process for responding to concerns
Put the responding to concerns process into practice to deal with serval complex cases

Access to module 1: Brightspace
sportscotland has recently developed a new registration and certification process using a virtual learning environment – “Brightspace”.
When you book onto a CWPS course through JudoScotland, you will then be given access to Brightspace. This is where you will complete Module 1. When using Brightspace this can only be accessed on Chrome /Safari/Firefox browsers. Internet explorer browser is no longer supported.
Certificates
Once you have completed module 1 and attended module 2, your Tutor will approve the release of your certificate. It will be available to download from your Brightspace portfolio within 24 hours of completing.

Book Your Space

Scottish Veterans Judo Session
2024-09-08 13:00 - 15:00 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
Calling All Veterans – New Registration Process for Monthly Sessions
Training sessions are held once a month and all Veterans are welcome to join whenever they can.
To support administration and preparation for sessions, registrations and payments (£5pp per session) will now be made online here, using Just Go, JudoScotland’s membership portal.
If you have a JudoScotland membership already, the process is simple. Log in to your account, using your membership number as your username and complete the event ticket for the session you wish to attend. If you don’t have a JudoScotland membership, follow the sign-up to become a member, following the prompts to get a JudoScotland membership.
If you are a member with another national association who is visiting for the Veterans session, please contact us on 0131 333 2981.
Thank you in advance for your help as we transition to a new registration process to ensure that all participants are covered by relevant membership and insurance. And of course, if you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to contact JudoScotland. Book Your Space Find Out More About Masters Judo Shop Macron Masters Clothing

EVENT CANCELLED Keizoku North 2024
2024-09-07 | Invergordon Leisure Centre, Academy Road INVERGORDON, Invergordon, IV18 0LB
Due to low uptake, we regret to inform you that this event has been cancelled. In collaboration with clubs in the North of Scotland, we were eager to provide an event for Judoka at this level; however, the demand was not as high as we had anticipated.
This event is aimed at Judoka in the sampling stage that are looking to take their first (or even second) step out of the club environment. This festival is designed with the child’s stage in mind providing fun on and off-the-mat challenges to develop their judo. If you are unsure, it is suitable for you, please speak to your coach.

Katame no Kata Course
2024-09-01 10:00 - 16:00 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
Interested in improving your technical knowledge and ability, would you like to know more about developing your own judo. Kata has a fundamental place in all judokas development and is an integral part of Kano’s teachings, kata will hone your technical understanding and application of the technique whilst the randori (not contest training) will challenge and test the skill you have learned.
Our Katame no Kata course will be run by David Gibson 4th Dan & Colin Dunlop 4th Dan who hold the BJA Katame no Kata Level 2 award and are medalists from the 2023 British Kata Championships. Using their extensive knowledge of Kata they will take you through the course in a way that will provide you with a deeper understanding of the content for you to either develop further yourself or pass on to your students within the club.
This course is suitable for judoka over the age of 13 years, it would be advantageous to bring a partner you are comfortable working with to get the most from the course and if possible a white judogi is preferred for kata practice. Opportunities to obtain a kata qualification can be discussed on the course and generally kata examinations are held at National Gradings.
Although this course is suitable for coach revalidation, it is suitable for any judoka open to self improvement and provides information to help successfully complete a judoka’s Dan grade theory. Our National Head Performance Coach Euan Burton MBE recently took part in a kata course with the IJF and commented,
“I thoroughly enjoyed my experience of kata during the IJF Academy coaching course. The kata practice really promoted a deep focus on the technical fundamentals of breaking balance, correct positioning, and control of the throw. I also enjoyed the element of teamwork that was required between uke and tori in order to most positively display each demonstration”.
Why not get a head start and check out the links below:
Kodokan kata info
Kata videos
Kata resources
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Level 1 Coaching in Judo Course
2024-09-01 | Cluarankwai Judo Club, 21 New Mill Road, KA1 3JB
Minimum requirements for entry to the course:

Applicants MUST be a current member of JudoScotland for at least one calendar year prior to application.
Age : 16 years + (must be 16 years old by the start date of the course)
Grade : 2nd Kyu (Blue belt)

BLENDED LEARNING FORMAT
We now have a blended learning approach to our coaching system, so please read on before going ahead and booking the course. Prior to attending you will have to complete an online section which we have given you two weeks to complete. Once registration is closed, all the candidates will be sent a link to our Bright Space platform for you to work through the online modules.

Register
Bookings will close on the 16th August at 12 noon
Once bookings close, (a payment link will be sent to you) and you will be sent a link to register with Bright Space
During this period you complete the online content
Attend the course venue in person on the 1st September 2024

VIDEO assessment by the 18th October 2024.

Please ensure when signing up for this course you are able to attend all of the dates shown above.

All candidates must be familiar with the Mon/Kyu grade syllabus prior to the course starting.

PLEASE READ PAYMENT INFORMATION BELOW

The cost for this course is £200

*Number of funded places will be limited to 16, course cost will be £200 thereafter.
*Assessments completed past the assessment dates forfeit funding and will be chargeable at £75 per assessment.

Over the last fifteen years JudoScotland have received a subsidy from sportscotland to make coaching more affordable to a wider audience.

In 2024/25 sportscotland have updated their focus to shine a spotlight on EDI. This refocus now means that JudoScotland must refresh our subsidy policy moving forward, through our ‘Judo for All’ strategy we have identified some key target groups that will be considered for financial subsidy against our course costs.

For more information on sportscotland updated policy please follow the link.
Coach education subsidy funding – sportscotland the national agency for sport in Scotland

JudoScotland will consider course subsidy applications from all qualifying JudoScotland members who sit in one or more of our target groups for 2024/25.

Females
Members 16 years to 25 years
Members from rural areas
Disabled members
Members from ethnic minorities
Members living in 20% most deprived area according to the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation (SIMD) https://simd.scot/#/simd2020/BTTTFTT/9/-4.0000/55.9000/

Successful applicants will receive funding at the rate of 25%, 50% or 75% towards the cost of their course.

To see if you qualify for subsidy for this event please complete the online form when you have selected your ticket.

If your application for subsidy is successful, a payment link will be emailed to you
If the applicant agrees to the subsidy offered and accept, they must complete the course within the dates advertised, failure to adhere to the agreed dates will result in the funding being forfeited and the applicant being invoiced for the required amount.

THE DATES ABOVE MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE Book Here

Gary Edwards Masterclass at Elgin Judo Club
2024-08-31 11:30 - 15:00 | Moray Sports Centre, Linkwood Rd, Elgin, Elgin, IV30 8AR, United Kingdom
Elgin Judo Club is hosting a master class with JudoScotland Talent Development coach, Gary Edwards. This coach revalidation event will also feature an opportunity for randori, along with exciting prizes to be won in a charity fundraiser raffle! All funds raised will go towards supporting adaptive judo within Scotland, helping to make the sport more accessible to everyone.

For all bookings and enquiries please contact keithbeefyflynn@googlemail.com

JudoScotland Technical 1st Kyu & Dan National Grading Weekend
2024-08-24 09:30 - 2024-08-25 17:30 | Glenrothes Martial Arts Centre, Woolmill Rd, Glenrothes, KY7 5RF, United Kingdom
Exciting Opportunity:

JudoScotland National 1st Kyu and Dan Technical Grading Weekend – a weekend of judo where you may complete the requirements for your next technical grade?

What is a technical Dan grade?

The Technical Dan grade is a qualification based on technical knowledge and understanding. The examiner will test that the candidate understands the key principles involved in the application of the techniques, demonstrating where appropriate best grip, attacking opportunity & movement.
There are many ways the exam may be carried out depending on any physical restrictions the candidate may have. The candidate is expected to have a greater depth of knowledge as they progress through the grades and will be examined on a progressively greater number of elements in each section to a progressively higher standard.

Do it while you still can!

There are many judoka that have a reason to ‘put off’ the learning and training for the next promotion only to regret it later on when lifestyle changes or injury prevent it. The judo grading system is great motivation to keep yourself active and expand your judo knowledge.

Am I eligible?

This opportunity is open to all JudoScotland members graded between 1st Kyu to 4th Dan (you must have been a 1st Kyu for a minimum of 5 years and be a minimum age of 20 to apply for 1st Dan). If you have not yet reached the minimum time in grade you can still attend the weekend, pass the necessary sections of the theory, then sit back and wait until you are eligible to apply for your grade.

Note:
Achievement of a new grade is attained by passing an examination and is in no way guaranteed. If you are unsuccessful you will be provided with feedback on the areas for development, may well have at least some of the sections complete and will hopefully enjoy a great weekend of judo with great people! Book Event

JudoScotland Senior Contest Recorder
2024-08-17 09:30 - 16:30 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, 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.

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Scottish Veterans Judo Session
2024-08-11 13:00 - 15:00 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
Calling All Masters – New Registration Process for Monthly Sessions
Training sessions are held once a month and all Masters are welcome to join whenever they can.
To support administration and preparation for sessions, registrations and payments (£5pp per session) will now be made online here, using Just Go, JudoScotland’s membership portal.
If you have a JudoScotland membership already, the process is simple. Log in to your account, using your membership number as your username and complete the event ticket for the session you wish to attend. If you don’t have a JudoScotland membership, follow the sign-up to become a member, following the prompts to get a JudoScotland membership.
If you are a member with another national association who is visiting for the Masters session, please contact us on 0131 333 2981.
Thank you in advance for your help as we transition to a new registration process to ensure that all participants are covered by relevant membership and insurance. And of course, if you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to contact JudoScotland.
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JudoScotland Olympic Watch Party
2024-08-03 14:00 - 18:00 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
Join us for an exciting event open to all! Enjoy watching the Olympic team matches while savoring delicious food in great company. You can also participate in fun mini Olympic and Paralympic Games with a chance to win amazing prizes. We will be accepting donations to support SAMH, a charity dedicated to mental health. To help us cater appropriately, please sign up using the link below. Sign Up Here
