New Starters
New Starters Information
New starters are always welcome, taster sessions for beginners are FREE and are run in the first week of each month.
All we ask is that you complete some contact details and inform us of any medical conditions that the coaches should be aware of. Children under 12yrs must have a parent or guardian remain within the centre for the duration of their session.
We will lend you a judo jacket and belt each session for the first four weeks, all you need is a t-shirt and tracksuit bottoms or leggings (no zips or shorts) - you should also bring some flip flops and a full water bottler. If you decide to continue with judo you will need to purchase your own judo uniform, which we sell at reduced prices for members, a beginner’s judogi costs from just £20.
U12 Beginner taster sessions are run on the first Monday and Thursday of each month, from 6:15 to 7:00pm. These sessions are suitable for primary school children aged 5 to 11yrs and are aimed at developing fundamental movement skills and fitness, teaching basic throwing and grappling techniques and providing an introduction to sparring.
U16 Beginner taster sessions are run on the first Tuesday of each month, from 6:30 to 7:30pm. These sessions are suitable for high school children aged 12 to 15yrs and are targeted at the development of throwing and grappling techniques and conditioning, using judo drills and sparring.
We are not currently running any sessions for adult beginners, please contact us if you wish to be added to the waiting list.
Judo training sessions typically consist of a gymnastics and fall breaking based warm-up, followed by technical instruction and skill drills to practice throwing and grappling techniques and then some sparring - The video near the bottom of this page should give you an idea of what to expect from your first judo session.
If you would like to take up the Olympic combat sport of judo, please contact the club's coaches for more information and to book your taster session. Scroll to the end of this page for a list of taster session dates.
All we ask is that you complete some contact details and inform us of any medical conditions that the coaches should be aware of. Children under 12yrs must have a parent or guardian remain within the centre for the duration of their session.
We will lend you a judo jacket and belt each session for the first four weeks, all you need is a t-shirt and tracksuit bottoms or leggings (no zips or shorts) - you should also bring some flip flops and a full water bottler. If you decide to continue with judo you will need to purchase your own judo uniform, which we sell at reduced prices for members, a beginner’s judogi costs from just £20.
U12 Beginner taster sessions are run on the first Monday and Thursday of each month, from 6:15 to 7:00pm. These sessions are suitable for primary school children aged 5 to 11yrs and are aimed at developing fundamental movement skills and fitness, teaching basic throwing and grappling techniques and providing an introduction to sparring.
U16 Beginner taster sessions are run on the first Tuesday of each month, from 6:30 to 7:30pm. These sessions are suitable for high school children aged 12 to 15yrs and are targeted at the development of throwing and grappling techniques and conditioning, using judo drills and sparring.
We are not currently running any sessions for adult beginners, please contact us if you wish to be added to the waiting list.
Judo training sessions typically consist of a gymnastics and fall breaking based warm-up, followed by technical instruction and skill drills to practice throwing and grappling techniques and then some sparring - The video near the bottom of this page should give you an idea of what to expect from your first judo session.
If you would like to take up the Olympic combat sport of judo, please contact the club's coaches for more information and to book your taster session. Scroll to the end of this page for a list of taster session dates.
New Starters Form
New Starters are required to complete a New Starters Information Form.
Please complete the Personal Data, Emergency Contacts and Medical Information fields and submit to the Club Reception Desk.
Click on the button below to download the New Starters Information Form:
Please complete the Personal Data, Emergency Contacts and Medical Information fields and submit to the Club Reception Desk.
Click on the button below to download the New Starters Information Form:
2020 New Starters Prices
- New Starter - £5 per session
- First lesson is free, then £5 per session for an introductory period of up to 4 weeks.
- After the introductory period New Starters are required to move onto the member’s payment options.
- After 4 trial lessons New Starters are also required to join the British Judo Association - BJA membership provides insurance plus access to gradings and events.
Click on the buttons below for more information on Club and BJA membership:
Club Welcome Letter
Please click on the button below to download the Club Welcome Letter:
Upcoming Taster Session Dates
- Monday 6th January 2020 - 6:15 to 7:00pm, New Starters aged 5 to 11yrs
- Tuesday 7th January 2020 - 6:30 to 7:30pm, New Starters aged 12 to 15yrs
- Thursday 9th January 2020 - 6:15 to 7:00pm, New Starters aged 5 to 11yrs
- Monday 3rd February 2020 - 6:15 to 7:00pm, New Starters aged 5 to 11yrs
- Tuesday 4th February 2020 - 6:30 to 7:30pm, New Starters aged 12 to 15yrs
- Thursday 6th February 2020 - 6:15 to 7:00pm, New Starters aged 5 to 11yrs
