Judo Scotland

Dan Grade Syllabus Update Course
2025-08-10 09:30 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
JudoScotland is delighted to welcome Dave Horton-Jones, 7th Dan and BJA National Dan Grade Manager, to Scotland, alongside JudoScotland’s Area Director of Examiners, Richard Kenney, 8th Dan.
Together, Dave and Richard will lead this essential course covering the upcoming changes to the BJA Dan Grade syllabus, which will take effect from January 2026. The session will also explore the processes for both competitive and technical assessments, ensuring a consistent and standardised approach across all BJA examiners.
This course is a must-attend for all senior examiners and is highly recommended for coaches who wish to ensure they are delivering the correct syllabus and maintaining the expected standards within their clubs.
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Itsutsu no Kata Course
2025-08-09 14:00 - 16:30 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
Join us at EICA-Ratho on the 9th of August with BJA Kata lead Dave Horton-Jones for a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of judo through the Itsutsu no Kata course, hosted by JudoScotland. This advanced kata explores the essence of movement and energy in judo, making it ideal for experienced judoka looking to enrich their technical knowledge and refine their practice. Whether you’re working towards higher grades or seeking to expand your appreciation of judo’s philosophical roots, this course offers valuable insight and expert instruction in a supportive environment. Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow judoka and enhance your kata journey.
Course times: 14:00-16:30
Why not get a head start and check out the video here.
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Hidetoshi Nakanishi 8th Dan Masterclass
2025-08-03 10:00 - 12:00 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
🥋 JudoScotland Presents: A Masterclass with Hidetoshi Nakanishi – “The Ironman” of Japanese Judo 🥋Saturday 3rd August | 10:00am–12:00pm | EICA-Ratho
JudoScotland is proud to welcome Hidetoshi Nakanishi, former World Judo Champion, world-renowned coach from Tokai University for an exclusive technical masterclass.
In 2024 Nakanishi Sensei performed the Koshiki no Kata at the Nippon Budokan during the All Japan Championships. Nakanishi Sensei earned his nickname through his unmatched toughness, relentless spirit, and elite-level consistency throughout his competitive career. Now one of the most respected coaches in international judo, he brings decades of experience from Japan’s world-leading system directly to the mat in Scotland.
Who should attend:

Competitive judoka and performance pathway athletes
Coaches and senior grades

What to expect:✅ High-level technical and tactical insights✅ World-class demonstrations and practical application✅ Insights into elite Japanese training principles✅ Q&A session with Nakanishi Sensei
📍 Venue: JudoScotland, EICA-Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, Edinburgh, EH28 8AA📅 Date: Sunday 3rd August 2025🕒 Time: 10:00am–12:00pm🎟️ Booking: Via JudoScotland Member Zone💷 Cost: £20
This is a rare opportunity to train with one of judo’s true legend.
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16th John Davies Western Area Camp On Tour
2025-08-03 - 2025-08-07 | Lomond School, Helensburgh, G84 9JX
Pro Judo will be hosting the 16th John Davies Western Area Camp for 2025. This camp is suitable for children from ages 10 – 18 years of age. Join us for an unforgettable week of elite Judo training, outdoor adventures, and camaraderie in the breath taking surroundings. Don’t miss out on this incredible experience — secure your place today!
Non-residential spaces and day tickets are now available for the upcoming Pro Judo Summer Camp.
This is a fantastic opportunity for Judoka aged 8 and above to experience a full day of training, games, and fun, led by our experienced coaching team and special guest instructors.
📅 Dates: 3rd – 7th August
📍 Location: Lomond School, Helensburgh
💷 Day Ticket Price: £20 – £90 (depending on the day’s activities) For more details and to book your space click here

Grand Prix Tender Document Q&A Session
2025-07-31 19:00 - 20:00 | Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facilities, Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facilities,, 1 O’Donnell Way,, Motherwell,, ML1 2TZ, United Kingdom
Could You Be the Next JudoScotland Grand Prix Host?
JudoScotland is excited to announce that the tender process is now open to host one of our prestigious Grand Prix events as part of the 2026–2029 Grand Prix Series!
We’re looking for partners across Scotland to ensure a wide geographical spread, bringing the excitement of Grand Prix competition to communities across the country.
The JudoScotland Grand Prix Series is designed to offer meaningful, age-appropriate competitive experiences that align with the JudoScotland Player Development Framework and raise the profile of the sport both within local communities and beyond. These events not only support the growth and development of judoka but also provide valuable opportunities for referees, technical officials, and volunteers to gain experience and progress in their roles within Scottish judo.
Why Host a Grand Prix?
Hosting a Grand Prix event comes with a range of benefits:

Develop your volunteer base and strengthen your club’s infrastructure.

Raise funds for your club or support a charitable cause.

Collaborate with JudoScotland to deliver a high-quality, development-focused event.

Host a busy event, our Grand Prix series are increasingly popular, with attendance growing consistently as Judoka recognise the value in this event experience.

By becoming a host, you’ll play a key role in delivering positive, enjoyable, and developmentally appropriate competition experiences for judoka across Scotland.
How to Apply
The tender process is now open for those interested in hosting an event in the 2026–2029 series. Tenders will be accepted for a three-year hosting period. For more information on how to apply please read the tender document here.
Deadline to submit your tender: Please submit your tender to events@judoscotland.com by Monday 18th August (close of play)
If you would like to have an informal chat about becoming one of the next Grand Prix Hosts, please contact Jo Imrie at joimrie@judoscotland.com or pop her a call on 07543287641 Book Event

Scottish Veterans Judo Session
2025-07-13 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-22 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-25 13:00 - 15:00 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
Calling All Veterans – 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

Jidel Judo Club - Kids Judo Camp
2025-07-07 10:00 - 2025-08-01 15:00 | Xcite Craigswood Sports Centre, Craigswood, Livingston, EH54 5ER
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JudoScotland National Adapted & VI Training Session
2025-06-29 13:00 - 15:00 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
JudoScotland’s National Adapted & VI Training Session is open to both Junior and Senior Players (Children under 8 are welcome to attend!). This inclusive session welcomes all levels of disability, including Physical, Sensory, Intellectual Impairment, and Learning Disabilities.
The session will be delivered to accommodate all levels of impairment, with support from the JudoScotland Disability Officer to ensure a fully inclusive and engaging experience.
What to Expect:
🥋 A relaxed, enjoyable session suitable for all athletes
🥋 A large mat area to accommodate different levels and abilities
🥋 An opportunity for coaches to observe and learn more about adapted & VI judo
🥋 A chance to develop new skills and engage with others in a supportive environment
🥋 Personal coaches are welcome on the mat too!
Who Can Attend?
✅ All levels are welcome – from novice to experienced, from beginners to champions
What to Bring?
💧 Water Bottle
Come along, get involved, and enjoy a great training session! Book Your Space Here

2025 JudoScotland Contest Recorder Award Online Course- 3 Part Course
2025-06-25 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-11 19:00 - 21:00 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
JudoScotland is pleased to announce that we are holding a Technical Official Contest Recorders Course which is the second level of officiating, applicants must hold a Timekeeper/Scorer qualification to attend this course.
The training programme for Contest Recorders is normally done over different levels of competitions, building on the elements learned as a Timekeeper/Scorer and focuses in on how to run an officiating table at a competition.
On successful completion of the training programme candidates will be able to run pools and knockout sections of a competition and run an officiating table.
This workshop will be held over three consecutive Thursdays in June, which will last between 60-90 minutes.

11th June 2025 Part 1
18th June 2025 Part 2
25th June 2025 Part 3

At the end of each workshop, an assessment will be held.
You must complete all three workshops and pass the assessment to gain the Contest Recorder Award.
To be eligible you should be:

at least 13 years of age
Hold a Timekeeper/Scorer qualification and have been active at a minimum of 3 events since qualification
Good communication and ‘people skills’

What’s involved?

Awareness of legends and scores.
Awareness of usual contest times, osaekomi times and rest times.
How to run a table in general.
How to run pools or compound knockout.
Understand the procedure when a player fails to appear or withdraws (including calling for a player).
Awareness of basic safeguarding.

If you are a non JudoScotland member please email events@judoscotland.com to secure your place. Book Your Space

Katame no Kata Course
2025-06-14 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 5th Dan & Colin Dunlop 4th Dan who are BJA Kata Examiners and are medallists from the 2023 & 2024 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”. Book Your Space Here

Tanoshii Team Rumble 2025
2025-06-08 09:30 - 14:00 | James Gillespie’s High School, 120 Warrender Park Road, Edinburgh, EH9 1DD
The Tanoshii Team Rumble returns in 2025!
Come along for an action-packed day of judo! The Team Rumble aims to maximise time on the mat in a friendly and relaxed environment, so is perfect for those new to competing. Having mixed teams adds a fun and exciting twist to the competition!
Win prizes with your team in our fun physical challenges!
Open to judoka aged 8-12 on the day of the competition.
Spectators welcome and admission is free!
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National 1st Kyu & Dan Male and Female Grading for Under 30 years
2025-06-01 | Cluarankwai Judo Club, 21 New Mill Road, KA1 3JB
National Kyu and Dan Grading for under 30 Years only:

Female 1st Kyu and all Dan Grades
Male 1st Kyu and all Dan Grades

Entry Fee

Dan Grade Theory only: £15.00
Technical Dan Grade Theory only: £55.00
Male & Female 29 years or younger Competitive
Dan Grading without Theory (1st Kyu only) £30.00
Male & Female 29 years or younger Competitive
Dan Grading with Theory (1st Kyu only) £35.00

Grading Timetable

9am -10.45am Theory Exams
10am -10.45am Competitive Check In
11am Formal Bow with theory awards and welcome

Preliminary Contests
Dan Grade Promotional Line Ups

Eligibility

Judoka must be 15 years or older to take part in a competitive grading.
Judoka can be 14 years or older to take part in theory only.
If your current grade is a technical Dan Grade, you will need to compete with your previous competitive grade.
All players must have a current up-to-date Judo membership.
It is the Judoka’s responsibility to check that their licence is in date and that they meet the eligibility criteria to compete.
If you are uncertain of your eligibility, please contact Jo Imrie on :0131 333 2981.

Judogi

The wearing of WHITE judogi is compulsory for this event.
Competitors must have their own blue and white belts.
Competitors must always wear suitable footwear and clothing when off the mat.

Weigh-in

Weigh-in will take place on Sunday 6th June 2025
At registration players must show that their record book meets the minimum grade criteria.
All weight categories will take place in an open weigh-in.
All players MUST weigh-in wearing competition acceptable judogi trousers and T-shirt.
Players are ONLY permitted to change in the designated official changing rooms.
The use of mobile phones is strictly not permitted within the changing rooms.

General

The closing date for entries is 4pm on Friday 30th May.
Entry is via the online booking system only and no entries will be taken on the day.
Video recording of the activities may take place at this event; photographs may also be taken for promotional purposes including publication on websites and social media. By signing the entry form you indicate your acceptance of these conditions and parents (in the absence of any expressed objection) provide their consent to the taking and use of photos/videos.
The decision of the Event Organisers is final. The event is run in line with the JudoScotland/BJA Child Protection Policy.
All information supplied will only be used for event organisation purposes.

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2025 Granite City (Grand Prix)
2025-05-31 | Aberdeen Sports Village, Linksfeld Road, Aberdeen, AB24 5RU
We have pulled together the following information ahead of the 2025 Granite City Grand Prix
Date: Saturday 31st May 2025
Venue: Aberdeen Sports Village, Linksfield Rd, Aberdeen AB24 5RU
Access to venue: 8:30am for competitors and spectators – no entry prior to this.
Spectator Fee: Free
Competitor Changing Rooms: Numbers 1 & 2
Food & Beverages: Two on site cafés. Tesco Express round the corner at Petrol station
Important Information: Please be careful in the centre of Aberdeen as there has been many new Bus Gates installed since last year and that the LEZ areas are in operation.
WEIGH IN TIMES
Age Band AA – 8:45am to 9am
Age Band A – 9am to 9:30am
Age Band B – 10am to 10:30am
Age Band C – 11:30am to 12pm
SENIORS – 1:45pm to 2:15pm
TIMEGRAPH
AA Band will start of the day at 10am followed by A Band, B Band, C Band and concluding the day with the Seniors categories.
Please note that there remains the possibility that actual group sizes may differ on the day, through circumstances out with the Tournament Organisers control (non-appearance, change of weight category etc.).
Additional Information:

Provisional Timeline and could be subject to change.
A valid Judo Licence is necessary to attend this event.
Please remember to bring your Judo Licence or be able to show that your licence is in date.
Entry list below
Additional parking map below

Entry List Book Coaching Pass The Grand Prix series is intended to provide judoka with an appropriate level of competition. This event is suitable for those who are at the progression (minors and pre-cadets) and developing athletes (cadets & seniors) within the JudoScotland Player Development Framework. Please speak to your club coach before entering to ensure this event is suitable for you.

Child Wellbeing and Protection Officer (CWPO) Training: Virtual Workshop
2025-05-22 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 & Protection in Sport (CWPS) 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

Level 2 Coaching in Judo Ratho
2025-05-17 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
Our only Level 2 course of 2025 will be at the JudoScotland National Centre in Ratho on the 17th & 18th of May and 7th & 8th of June 2025 with the assessment completed remotely/video by the 31st of August 2025. Please ensure when signing up for this course you are able to attend all of the dates shown above.

The course cost may be subsidised in line with sportscotland approach of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), which aims to diversify the coaching workforce and ensure the inclusion of under-represented groups and people with protected characteristics within coaching as shown below. Please complete all sections of this application as JudoScotland will be reviewing each case individually and decisions will be made from the information you provide. Applicants must be a JudoScotland member and have been so for over one calendar year.

Over the last fifteen years JudoScotland have received a subsidy from sportscotland to make coaching more affordable to a wider audience.
In 2025/26 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)
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 partial refund will be issued to you, you will also be notified by email.
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 or the subsidy not being granted.
Clubs and coaches who are not members of JudoScotland who would like to attend this course should contact paulmcguinness@judoscotland.com to book and will need to pay the non-subsidised fee of £400.
Minimum requirements for entry to the course:
Age : 17 years + (must be 16 years old by the start date of the course)
Grade : 1st Kyu (Brown belt)
*All candidates must be familiar with the Gokyo prior to the course starting.
*Only 16 places may be funded and the cost of the course will be £400 thereafter. Click here for full details and to book

Cherry Blossom 2025 - Jidel Judo 93
2025-05-11 | Craigswood, Craigswood Sports Centre, Livingston, EH54 5ER, United Kingdom
This is a bespoke Judo event aimed at beginners or those who are less experienced. For children aged 5,6,7 yrs / 8,9,10 yrs & 11, 12 yrs.
Entry to this event costs £25.00 and the closing date is Thursday 1st May.
For more information and how to apply please visit Jidel judo’s website below. More Information

JudoScotland East Adapted & VI Training Session
2025-05-10 13:00 - 15:00 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
JudoScotland’s East Regional Adapted & VI Training Session is open to both Junior and Senior Players (Children under 8 are welcome to attend!). This inclusive session welcomes all levels of disability, including Physical, Sensory, Intellectual Impairment, and Learning Disabilities.
The session will be delivered to accommodate all levels of impairment, with support from the JudoScotland Disability Officer to ensure a fully inclusive and engaging experience.
What to Expect:
🥋 A relaxed, enjoyable session suitable for all athletes
🥋 A large mat area to accommodate different levels and abilities
🥋 An opportunity for coaches to observe and learn more about adapted & VI judo
🥋 A chance to develop new skills and engage with others in a supportive environment
🥋 Personal coaches are welcome on the mat too!
Who Can Attend?
✅ All levels are welcome – from novice to experienced, from beginners to champions
What to Bring?
💧 Water Bottle
Come along, get involved, and enjoy a great training session! Book Your Space Here

JudoScotland Adaptive Coach Education Session - Actively Inclusive (East)
2025-05-10 11:00 - 12:30 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
Is your club actively inclusive?
Join our engaging Education Session, followed by an Adapted Judo Session, where you’ll experience hands-on learning in an inclusive and supportive environment.
Through this workshop JudoScotland will help your club understand an inclusive environment where individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities feel welcomed, respected, and valued.
JudoScotland will present clubs the pathways, levels and present resources to actively promote inclusivity, talking through and addressing barriers—whether social, physical, or cultural—that could prevent people from participating.
With Judo Scotland’s guidance, your club will learn how to embrace diversity, ensuring everyone has equal opportunities to contribute, engage, and be heard. The workshop will foster a sense of belonging and celebrate the uniqueness of each member, demonstrating how diversity strengthens your club and enriches the overall experience.
Inclusivity is key to building a supportive and thriving community.
Come ready to learn, move, and be inspired! Book Your Space Here

Club, Area and National C Referee Course
2025-05-10 10:00 - 16:00 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
🥋 Become a Certified Judo Referee with Judo Scotland! 🥋
Are you passionate about judo and eager to deepen your understanding of the sport? Whether you’re a player, coach, or completely new to refereeing, this Club/Area & National C Level Referee Course is the perfect opportunity to get started!
📅 Course Details:
📍 Venue: EICA-Ratho, Murray Lecture Theatre, EH28 8AA
🗓 Date: Saturday, 10th May 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
💰 Cost: £15 (exam fee only – course fee covered by Judo Scotland!)
🔹 Why Join?
✔ Gain expert knowledge of judo rules
✔ Learn from experienced referees
✔ Practical hands-on experience
✔ Open to players, coaches & referees (ages 12+, green belt minimum)
✔ FREE for players & coaches not taking the exam
📖 Track your progress! Volunteer at 6 JudoScotland events per year, and you’ll earn a FREE JudoScotland licence!
Take the first step toward becoming a qualified referee and making an impact in the world of judo. Sign up today!
#JudoScotland #RefereeCourse #GetInvolved
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. Click here for more information and to book your space

Child Wellbeing and Protection in Sport: Virtual Workshop
2025-05-08 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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Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)
2025-05-04 09:30 - 2025-05-05 16:30 | Titan Judo Club, Titan Judo Club, Dojo 54, 54 Kilbowie Road,, Clydebank, G81 1TH, United Kingdom
🔴 Keep Your First Aid Qualification Up to Date! 🔴
Did you know? To maintain your coaching licence, it’s mandatory to attend a face-to-face First Aid course. While British Judo previously allowed online refreshers, we are now returning to the standard Face-to-Face → Online Refresher → Face-to-Face cycle.
🚨 Important Update 🚨
If your last course was online, you are now required to complete an in-person First Aid course.
📅 Upcoming First Aid Course – Open to All Clubs!
✅ Date: Sunday, 4th May
✅ Time: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
✅ Cost: £75 (payment details will be emailed)
✅ Provider: Total Health and Safety Ltd
✅ Location: Titan Judo Club, 1A North Ave, 1st Floor, Spectrum House, Clydebank Business Park, G81 2DR
✅ Course: Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) – 1 Day
📢 Limited Spaces Available – Book Now!
📞 Call: Paul McGuinness – 07949 888278
📧 Email: paulmcguinness@judoscotland.com
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2025 Clyde (Grand Prix)
2025-04-27 | Lagoon Leisure Centre, 11 Christie Street, Paisley, PA1 1NB, United Kingdom
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.
Date: 27th April 2025
Venue: Lagoon Leisure Centre 11 Christie Street, Paisley, PA1 1NB, Entry List Event Timeline Book Coaching Pass The Grand Prix series is intended to provide judoka with an appropriate level of competition. This event is suitable for those who are at the progression (minors and pre-cadets) and developing athletes (cadets & seniors) within the JudoScotland Player Development Framework. Please speak to your club coach before entering to ensure this event is suitable for you.

JudoScotland West Adapted & VI Training Session
2025-04-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Hamilton Judo Club, Whitehill Neighbourhood Centre, 9 Hunter Road, Hamilton, ML3 0LH, United Kingdom
JudoScotland’s West Regional Adapted & VI Training Session is open to both Junior and Senior Players (Children under 8 are welcome to attend!). This inclusive session welcomes all levels of disability, including Physical, Sensory, Intellectual Impairment, and Learning Disabilities.
The session will be delivered to accommodate all levels of impairment, with support from the JudoScotland Disability Officer to ensure a fully inclusive and engaging experience.
What to Expect:
🥋 A relaxed, enjoyable session suitable for all athletes
🥋 A large mat area to accommodate different levels and abilities
🥋 An opportunity for coaches to observe and learn more about adapted & VI judo
🥋 A chance to develop new skills and engage with others in a supportive environment
🥋 Personal coaches are welcome on the mat too!
Who Can Attend?
✅ All levels are welcome – from novice to experienced, from beginners to champions
What to Bring?
💧 Water Bottle
Come along, get involved, and enjoy a great training session! Book Your Space Here

JudoScotland Adaptive Coach Education Session - Actively Inclusive (West)
2025-04-26 11:00 - 12:30 | Hamilton Judo Club, Whitehill Neighbourhood Centre, 9 Hunter Road, Hamilton, ML3 0LH, United Kingdom

Level 1 Coaching Course SCC Ratho April
2025-04-26 | JudoScotland, EICA - Ratho, South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
The Level 1 Coaching Course is designed to provide aspiring coaches with the foundational skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to deliver effective and safe coaching sessions. It serves as the first step in your coaching journey, equipping you to support players in their development while fostering a positive training environment.
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 11th April at 12 noon
Once bookings close, 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 26th April 2025

VIDEO assessment by the 13th June 2025.
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 partial refund will be issued to you, you will also be notified by email.
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 or the subsidy not being granted.
THE DATES ABOVE MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE Click here for more information and to book your space

UKAD Parent Clean Sport Session (Online)
2025-04-22 20:00 - 21:00 | Online
Parents play a crucial role in ensuring their child stays clean in sport. Research shows that parental support influences athletes’ commitment to clean sport values. Since athletes face many challenges, parents can help them handle setbacks and external pressures.

Under Anti-Doping Rules, athletes are responsible for any prohibited substances in their system, even unintentionally. Parents must also follow regulations, such as avoiding giving supplements containing banned substances or interfering with anti-doping procedures.

To better understand these responsibilities and how to support clean sport, we are working with UKAD to provide an online Clean Sport session for parents and coaches.

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