• Judo Alberta Winter Provincial Training Camp, February 22-23, 2025

                                      Division: U14, U16, U18, U21, seniors, veterans Address for training camp: Tolide Judo Kwai Dow Centennial Centre, 84 St. & 87 Ave. Fort Saskatchewan Saturday February 22, 2025 1:00PM to 3:00PM Ne-waza, Transition, Technical & Randori 5:00PM to 7:00PM Tachi-waza , Kumi-kata & Randori Sunday February 23, 2025 8:30AM to 9:30AM Judo Fitness &(…)

    Judo Alberta Winter Provincial Training Camp, February 22-23, 2025
  • Great Learning Opportunities Waiting for Non-Profits

    The Alberta Community Development Unit has a line-up of 16 live webinars starting this month to support your funding, board governance and non-profit organization needs. Click on any session online here to access the registration page. All webinars are hosted on Zoom and are free to attend. To view all of our webinar offerings, visit(…)

    Great Learning Opportunities Waiting for Non-Profits
  • New Judo Canada Grading Syllabus & Info Session Recording!

    Judo Canada is thrilled to announce that the new Syllabus is now live and available online! This updated syllabus reflects the latest advancements in judo techniques, grading requirements, and standards, ensuring all judoka across the country have access to the most current information. 📖 Explore the new Syllabus here: Visit the Syllabus But that’s not(…)

    New Judo Canada Grading Syllabus & Info Session Recording!
  • Kata Tuesdays – Katame no kata

    The Provincial Kata Committee will be offering instructions in Katame no kata to anyone interested in this kata (but especially for sandan and yondan candidates).  This in-person session will also be broadcast and recorded on Google Meet (please mute):  Contact: Gord Okamura email address: gyokamura@gmail.com

    Kata Tuesdays – Katame no kata
Judo Alberta Winter Provincial Training Camp, February 22-23, 2025

Judo Alberta Winter Provincial Training Camp, February 22-23, 2025

                                  Division: U14, U16, U18, U21, seniors, veterans

Address for training camp: Tolide Judo Kwai

Dow Centennial Centre, 84 St. & 87 Ave. Fort Saskatchewan

Saturday February 22, 2025

1:00PM to 3:00PM Ne-waza, Transition, Technical & Randori

5:00PM to 7:00PM Tachi-waza , Kumi-kata & Randori

Sunday February 23, 2025

8:30AM to 9:30AM Judo Fitness & Uchi-komi

10:00AM to 11:45AM Technical, Drilling & Randori  

Trackie Site: Deadline February 19, 2025

https://registration.judocanada.org/event/2025-judo-alberta-provincial-training-camp-fort-saskatchewan/1001259

Eligibility:

  • Judo Alberta / Judo Canada Member
  • U14 Orange – Club Coach Needs to Attend
  • U14 / U16 / U18 / U21 / Senior / Veterans – Green & Above

IMPORTANT: Healthy Dojo

  • Do not attend judo training if you have any flu-like symptoms.
  • Clean hands – wash many times during the day / sanitize entering/leaving the dojo.
  • Wash your judogi and workout clothes following judo practice, shower after practice.
  • Use your own water bottle.

* Schedule subject to change based on the number of participants 

Ewan Beaton HP Judo Alberta Coach                      

Phone: 403-892-6099             E-mail: ewan@judoalberta.com

Volunteer Opportunity for the 2025 Open Nationals Championships!

Volunteer Opportunity for the 2025 Open Nationals Championships!

Dear Members,

We are thrilled to announce that the 2025 Open Nationals Judo Championships will be held from May 15-18, 2025, at the Olympic Oval (288 Collegiate Blvd NW, Calgary, AB). This is an exciting opportunity to support a prestigious event hosted right here in our city, and we are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make it a success!

Attached is the Volunteer Callout Poster for the event. We kindly ask all clubs, especially those in the Calgary Area, to share this poster on their social media platforms and display it in their dojos to help spread the word.

If you’re interested in volunteering or would like more information, please reach out to:
Jaime Hazell or Garry Yamashita at yycjudovolunteer@gmail.comPlease note that accommodations and travel will not be provided.

Let’s come together to showcase our Judo community’s strength and spirit!

Thank you for your support,

Caleb Boorse
Executive Director

Great Learning Opportunities Waiting for Non-Profits

Great Learning Opportunities Waiting for Non-Profits

The Alberta Community Development Unit has a line-up of 16 live webinars starting this month to support your funding, board governance and non-profit organization needs. Click on any session online here to access the registration page. All webinars are hosted on Zoom and are free to attend.

To view all of our webinar offerings, visit our Eventbrite page http://albertacdu.eventbrite.com/.

If a session is sold out, please click on “Reserve a Spot” and then “Join Waitlist” buttons. If there are spots available, we will release a ticket to you. You will receive an email and you can register through that email.

If you have any questions, send us an email at communitydevelopment@gov.ab.ca.

New Judo Canada Grading Syllabus & Info Session Recording!

New Judo Canada Grading Syllabus & Info Session Recording!

Judo Canada is thrilled to announce that the new Syllabus is now live and available online! This updated syllabus reflects the latest advancements in judo techniques, grading requirements, and standards, ensuring all judoka across the country have access to the most current information.

📖 Explore the new Syllabus here: Visit the Syllabus

But that’s not all! If you missed the live info session where we introduced and explained the key updates to the syllabus, don’t worry! The full recording is now available on YouTube.

▶️ Watch the info session here: View on YouTube

We encourage all athletes, coaches, and club administrators to review these resources to stay informed and prepared for upcoming grading assessments.

Feel free to share your thoughts or questions in the comments—we’re here to support your judo journey!

Kata Tuesdays – Katame no kata

Kata Tuesdays – Katame no kata

The Provincial Kata Committee will be offering instructions in Katame no kata to anyone interested in this kata (but especially for sandan and yondan candidates).  This in-person session will also be broadcast and recorded on Google Meet (please mute): 

  • When: Tuesdays on January 7, 14, 21 starting at 6:00pm MST sharp and ending at 7:25pm. Each session will build on the previous one.
  • Where: Tokugawa Dojo, 9647-62 Avenue, Edmonton or online here.
  • Contents: Introductory level.
  • Presented by: Gord Okamura, National Kata Coach and Provincial Grading and Kata Committee member

Contact: Gord Okamura email address: gyokamura@gmail.com

Judo Alberta Provincial Training Camp       January 10-11, 2025

Judo Alberta Provincial Training Camp January 10-11, 2025

Division: U14, U16, U18, U21, Seniors, Veteran

Address: Hiro’s Judo Club, #115 1919 – 27th Avenue, Calgary, Alberta

SPECIAL GUESTS: CHRISTA DEGUCHI & KELLY DEGUCHI

Friday January 10, 2025

6:00PM to 7:30PM – Group 1Technical

7:30PM to 9:00PM – Group 2 Technical

Saturday January 11, 2024

8:00AM to 9:00AM – Group 1 Uchi-komi, Throwing, Fitness

9:00AM to 10:00AM – Group 2 Uchi-komi, Throwing, Fitness

10:00AM to 11:30AM – Group 1 Ne-waza Technical & Randori

11:30AM to 1:00PM – Group 2 Ne-waza Technical & Randori

3:00PM to 4:00PM – Group/Club Photos and Meet/Greet

4:00PM to 5:30PM – Group 1 Tachi-waza Technical & Randori

5:30PM to 7:00PM – Group 2 Tachi-waza Technical & Randori

Registration Deadline: January 06, 2025

Cost: $50.00 Per athlete / Coaches No charge

Coach Registration Link: (Limited space)

https://registration.judocanada.org/event/coach-registration-deguchi-sister-camp/1001132

Judo Alberta Athlete Registration Link: (Maximum 100 judoka)

https://registration.judocanada.org/event/2025-judo-alberta-deguchi-sisters-training-camp/1001131

Judo Saskatchewan Athlete Registration Link: (Maximum 20 judoka)

https://registration.judocanada.org/event/2025-judo-sk-deguchi/1001133

Eligibility:

  • Judo Alberta / Judo Canada Member
  • U14 / U16 / U18 / U21 / Senior / Veterans – Green & Above

IMPORTANT: Healthy Dojo

  • Do not attend judo training if you have any flu-like symptoms.
  • Clean hands – wash many times during the day and sanitize entering/leaving the dojo.
  • Wash your judogi and workout clothes following judo practice, shower after practice.
  • Use your own water bottle.

* Schedule subject to change based on the number of participants 

Ewan Beaton HP Judo Alberta Coach                   

Phone: (403) 892-6099        E-mail: ewan@judoalberta.com

Support Judo Alberta Athletes with Our Christmas Raffle! 🎄

Support Judo Alberta Athletes with Our Christmas Raffle! 🎄

We’re thrilled to launch the 2024 Christmas Draw, supporting our dedicated cadet and junior athletes as they prepare to compete in Denmark, Italy, and Slovakia this February! Proceeds go directly toward their travel and training, providing them with invaluable experience.

🎫 Grab your tickets now and support our athletes: https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/2024jachristmas5050

With your support, our athletes are one step closer to taking on some of the best in the world. Together, let’s make this holiday season unforgettable!

Great Kata Weekend

Great Kata Weekend

Great kata weekend for Franz Lennarson and Tammy Thornton at the Manitoba Open who won the Gold medal in Kodokan Goshin Jutsu. They also attended the one-day session lead by Gerald Poirier and were certified as National judges in Goshin Jutsu. 

Judo Alberta Winter Camp December 13-15, 2024

Judo Alberta Winter Camp December 13-15, 2024

Guest Coach: Catherine Beauchemin-Pinard , 2020 & 2024 Olympian

Judo Alberta Winter Camp Schedule

Friday December 13, 2024

6:00PM to 7:30PM Group 1 Fight Night
7:30PM to 9:00PM Group 2 Fight Night

Saturday December 14, 2024

8:30AM to 10:15AM Group 1
10:15AM to 12:00PM Group 2
Lunch
3:00PM to 5:00PM Group 1
5:00PM to 7:00PM Group 2
Pizza 5:30PM to 8:00PM

Sunday December 15, 2024

8:30AM to 10:15AM Group 1
10:15 Camp Photo
10:30AM to 12:15AM Group 2
  • Camp schedule is subject to change.

Judo Alberta Winter Camp

Price: $60.00  U14/U16/U21/SR – Orange belt & Higher

No cost for club coaches / Provincial Coaches

Location: Lethbridge Judo Club: www.lajudo.com

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: December 04 ,2024

Eligibility:

  • Judo Alberta / Judo Canada Member
  • U12 Green Belt with Club Coach 
  • U14 Orange Belt with Club Coach
  • U16/U18/U21/SR/Veteran – Orange & above  

Athletes Sign- up: https://registration.judocanada.org/event/2024-judo-alberta-winter-camp/1001058/

Coach Sign-up: https://registration.judocanada.org/event/coach-registration-2024-judo-alberta-winter-camp/1001057/

Referee & Introductory Referee Seminar Registration – Florence Senda

Please see the link below for registering as a referee for the Florence Senda tournament being held at the Lethbridge Judo Club , 2775 28 Ave S, Lethbridge, AB T1K 7L6, on Saturday November 23rd. The referee meeting details will be confirmed with the registered referees. Steve Norris will be the head referee for this tournament.

https://registration.judocanada.org/event/FlorenceSenda-Referees

Note: An introductory Referee Seminar will be available if there is interest, Friday, November 22nd, @7 PM upstairs at the Lethbridge dojo. This will be for anyone interested in starting down the referee pathway, who has not previously attended one of our introductory referee seminars or has not previously adjudicated at a Judo Alberta sanctioned event. If you meet this criteria, but would still like to attend the seminar, that is fine, just click the link below to sign up.

https://registration.judocanada.org/event/introrefseminar

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