Gradings
As a British Judo Association club we use the BJA grading system to to provide a grading pathway for our members.
Judoka will be invited to club gradings when their coaches decide that they are ready for promotion and will typically be encouraged to grade every 4 to 6 months; This decision is based on attendance, training attitude, improvements in randori and results in contest. Please remember to bring your BJA record book to club gradings and ensure that your BJA membership is kept in date. Club gradings are charged at the following rates:
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British Judo Grading System
During the grading examination judoka will be asked to demonstrate the techniques required by the BJA syllabus, some personal choice techniques and show a understanding of judo terminology.
Click on the buttons below for more information on each of the BJA Grading systems and to download grading resources.
Click on the buttons below for more information on each of the BJA Grading systems and to download grading resources.
Japanese Terminology and English Descriptions
For promotion to all grades, candidates are required to know the common English names and meaning of all Japanese terminology used for the grade and, where appropriate, must be able to discuss with the examiner the reasons for their choice of technique, grip etc. Click on the buttons below to view.