So you want to be a judoka..
First things first, show up to a practice session. The best way to experience judo is to get out on the tatami (mat) and have a go!
If your a little unsure about getting on the mat right away, then you are more than welcome to come along and watch one of our sessions.
If your a little unsure about getting on the mat right away, then you are more than welcome to come along and watch one of our sessions.
What you’ll need..
If you don't already own a Judogi (a traditional uniform worn while practicing Judo), then a t-shirt and jogging bottoms, or anything sturdy with long legs and sleeves that you don’t mind getting pulled around or torn.
If you decide to stick around, and you most assuredly will, you’ll want to buy a judogi or gi, our instructors can advise you of where to purchase one.
Finally bring some water to drink, Judo can be a highly intensive exerice so you will need to keep hydrated.
What to expect..
You’ll notice a lot of bowing in judo. Bowing serves to shows respect to your sensei (teachers) and fellow judoka. It is also a way of thanking those who practice with you for throwing you around or allowing you to throw them around.
After bowing in, we’ll run through a variety of warm-up and stretching exercises. Some of the warm-up techniques may seem a little weird, but are designed with particular judo techniques or situations in mind. As a beginner, you will be working on falling techniques (Ukemi) and a few throwing techniques with one of the Senseis.
After bowing in, we’ll run through a variety of warm-up and stretching exercises. Some of the warm-up techniques may seem a little weird, but are designed with particular judo techniques or situations in mind. As a beginner, you will be working on falling techniques (Ukemi) and a few throwing techniques with one of the Senseis.
What will it cost..
BJC Membership Fee
As a new member you will need to become a member of our governing body the British Judo Council (BJC) and hold what we call a licence. The licence shows that you are a member of the British Judo Council and provides you with insurance cover in the case of any accidents. The licence also allows you to attend British Judo Council organised events such as gradings and competitions.
All members must hold a valid BJC licence in order to train at Kyu Kitso Judo Club
The table below shows you the various licence costs (All costs are for a year excecpt for provisional membership):
All members must hold a valid BJC licence in order to train at Kyu Kitso Judo Club
The table below shows you the various licence costs (All costs are for a year excecpt for provisional membership):
From 1st September 2022:
Licence Type |
New Members |
Renewal |
Under 18 |
£30.00 |
£26.00 |
Over 18 |
£36.00 |
£32.00 |
Provisional* |
£10.00 |
N/A |
Note: A Provisional licence is available for £10, but only provides insurance cover and is only valid for 3 months and doesn't allow the holder any membership rights, such as attending gradings and competitions. The provisional licence is aimed at new students that just want to try Judo out. Once you have a provisional licence this can be upgraded at any time to a full licence.
Training (mat) fee
This fee is payable every time you attend a class and is £3 per session.
** All money received by Kyu Kitso for mat fees is invested directly back into the club. **
Class Times
Classes are only held on Friday
Class |
Age |
Class Time |
Primaries |
5-9 years |
6pm to 7:15pm |
Juniors |
10-15 years |
7:15pm to 8:30pm |
Seniors |
16+ years |
8:30pm to 10pm |
