Kai Grades
Start your Judo grading journey
Start your Judo grading journey with our Kai grades! Designed to help support those under 8 develop the foundations they need in a fun and supportive way to prepare them for a life in judo.
Kai Grade Syllabus
Learn what you need to know to progress through the Kai Grades:
Kai Grade 1 - 3Kai Grades 4 - 6Kai Grades 7 - 9
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As a JudoScotland member get access to a free e-book of Judo terminology from Koka Kids.
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Moving on From Kai Grades
When you turn 8, your coach may convert you to the Mon Grade Syllabus. Your existing Kai grade will be converted as follows:
Clubs
JudoScotland values the hard work of our member clubs without whom we wouldn’t be able to develop Judo in Scotland.
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Members
We want to make judo accessible to whoever wants to take part, as a JudoScotland member you will have access to a variety of benefits.
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Coaches
Coaches are at the front line of judo and are an integral part of clubs. We provide continuous professional development for coaches already on the pathway.
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"If there is effort, there is always accomplishment."
Jigoro Kano