New Starters
Covid 19 Restrictions
We are now able to provide places to new starters, in our junior beginners classes, for children from 5 to 14yrs.
Please note as a full contact combat sport, judo is still unable to move past phase 1 of its safe return to sport plan - This means that the classes will be non-contact and socially distanced.
These classes are aimed at developing fitness, balance, coordination, judo movement patterns and safe falling skills - in preparation for when judo practice can return to full contact.
Please note as a full contact combat sport, judo is still unable to move past phase 1 of its safe return to sport plan - This means that the classes will be non-contact and socially distanced.
These classes are aimed at developing fitness, balance, coordination, judo movement patterns and safe falling skills - in preparation for when judo practice can return to full contact.
New Starters Information
New starters are always welcome, taster sessions for junior beginners are FREE and are run in the first week of each month.
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.
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 interested in starting the Olympic sport of judo, please submit a New Starters Request Form to book your taster session or to request additional information.
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.
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 interested in starting the Olympic sport of judo, please submit a New Starters Request Form to book your taster session or to request additional information.
2020 New Starters Prices
- The first trial lesson is free.
- After the trial lesson, if wishing to continue judo, new starters are moved onto the member’s payment options.
- After 4 lessons, new starters are 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:
