Celebrating more than 75 years of serving the St Albans and Judo communities, we welcome all ages and abilities at our permanent Dojo (equipped with fully sprung mats and aircon) with classes Monday to Friday plus hosting events and courses.
We have a few places left for our new course Judo For Stunts next Saturday 17th October. The day brings together adult (over 15) judoka interested in a very different, no gi, context for their techniques and stunt actors and trainees wanting to learn safe falling, judo and wider skills.There’s clear parallels between the choreography of a film fight and a kata and it’s great to try a new application for our techniques!The day is hosted at St Albans Judo Club and run by qualified judo coaches together with highly experienced stunt professionals led by Tom Paredes (James Bond, Batman, Mission Impossible amongst a long list of films)As well as enjoying something a bit different on the mat, you’ll leave with a video of your very own choreographed fight. There was a fantastic energy at our pilot event, this one should be a great day! Places are strictly limited due to space so if you’re interested grab your spot here:st-albans-judo-club-shop.mymawebsite.com/judoforstunts/#BritishJudo#britishstuntregister#stunts#judoforstunts...
Down at the British Minors with Max today... A step up from our regular competition level (both as competitor and coach) so let's see how we get on. 🍀(And 👍 to Samuel who's refereeing) ...
On Thursday we welcomed our new intake of Adult beginners to their first session, where they got off to a great start going through some basics. Wonderful to meet everyone, well done for taking that first step, and we're looking forward to getting to know you better over the next 3-months and into the future. 👏These are our 7th group of adults to go through this 12-week program, and down at the other end of the mat, several graduates of our previous courses were focusing hard at their training as they continue forward towards that black belt goal. 🥋 ...
Last week we took a break from our normal activities and gave our Kids Coaches the week off. Instead we held our annual Summer training sessions, running from 10am-3:30pm for 3 days, we enjoyed a mix of Fitness, Games, Technical Training, Randori & some Judo adjacent mental challenges. (Along with ice pops & gingerbread men 🤣)Assisting Sensei Jad for the week, we welcomed club alumni, Kristian & Ryan Hill who did a brilliant job leading the Technical sessions, targeting basic techniques for all ages in attendance, and stepping up the level for our more experienced members. They were joined by another alumni, George Rowson, who gave some insights on how certain techniques can safely be adapted for the youngest competitors. With Kristian & George mixing in for the Randori our members got the chance to try out their skills with players who regularly compete internationally, which everyone thoroughly enjoyed.Additional session support came from Club Coaches Chloe & Stratty, with Adam O & Freya, visiting back from university, all ably assisted by young helpers, Arthur L, Lindsay, Jake & Dan O. Thank you everyone for an absolutely fantastic week! 😃 ...
Something for the Seniors, being held at our Dojo...Saturday 10th Oct, an afternoon training session for Veterans (o30s)Sunday 11th Oct, a Ne-waza (groundwork only) competition for o16s.More details in the attached post.🥋 A WEEKEND OF VETERAN/SENIOR JUDO 🥋Led by Herts & Beds Area, held at St Albans Judo Club!🔴 Saturday 10th October – Veteran training AfternoonLed by Ricky Cleevely 5th Dan⏰ 12pm–4pm, including a break💷 £10👊 All grades welcome – come along, train, learn and enjoy an afternoon on the mat.🔵 Sunday 11th October – Senior Newaza Competition🏆 Age 16+⏰ Booking in from 9am💷 £15🥋 All grades welcomeThe competition will follow a merge of BJC and EJU rules, to create a great competitive experience.📋 Full competition timings will follow shortly, including exact weigh-in times and the full contest rules, so keep an eye out for the separate competition information.📅 Entries close Friday 2nd October at 10pm.🔗 Entries are now OPEN!The same booking link can be used for both the Veteran Training Afternoon and the Senior Newaza Competition:forms.cloud.microsoft/r/Au1ze4Hax9?origin=lprLinkOrganised by the same team behind the Shizentai Rumble – great judo, great people and a great atmosphere.Come to train. Stay to compete. Enjoy the weekend. 🥋🔥 ...
Here’s our new Club logo, drawing on all the various past versions. It combines beautiful Kanji, hand drawn for us by a 4th Dan calligrapher in Japan, our traditional red edged Sakura dating back more than 50 years, and the more recent St Albans shield design. The circles reflect the inclusiveness of our Club Community as well as echoing the circles found throughout judo techniques, and in the wider Kyu Shin Do philosophy. Expect to see the new logo and variants popping up on swag soon! ...
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