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Judo Alberta New Year Training Camp

Dec 12, 2025

Judo Alberta New Year Training Camp

Judo Alberta Provincial Training Camp – January 09-10, 2026

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

 

Address for Provincial Training Camp:

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

 

Friday January 09, 2026

Group 1: 6:00PM-7:30PM – Kumi-kata, Transition & Randori

Group 2: 7:40PM-9:10PM – Kumi-kata, Transition & Randori

 

Saturday January 10, 2026

Group 1: 8:30AM to 10:00AM – Fitness, Countering, Attacking Plan

Group 2: 10:10AM to 11:40AM – Fitness, Countering, Attacking Plan

Group 1: 1:00PM to 2:30PM – Randori Session

Group 2: 2:40PM to 4:10PM – Randori Session

  • Groups, schedule, and times will be adjusted based on the registration

 

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, January 07, 2026 (No cost for the training camp)

 

Registration Link: https://registration.judocanada.org/event/2026-judo-alberta-new-year-training-camp/1004298/

 

 

Eligibility:

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

 

Ewan Beaton HP Judo Alberta Coach                   

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

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Tuesdays Itsutsu no Kata

Dec 3, 2025

Tuesdays Itsutsu no Kata

The Provincial Kata Committee will be offering instructions in Itsutsu no Kata to anyone interested in this kata.  This in-person session will also be broadcast and recorded on Google Meet (please mute): https://meet.google.com/jar-eeyx-hoe

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Judo Alberta Christmas 50/50 Raffle is Live!

Dec 3, 2025

Judo Alberta Christmas 50/50 Raffle is Live!

Judo Alberta is excited to launch our 2025 Christmas 50/50 Raffle, running from Friday, November 21 to Monday, December 22 at 11:00 AM. Your support helps fuel two important goals:

  • 2027 Canada Winter Games Athletes — Supporting developmental events and essential experience-building opportunities.
  • National Team Athletes — Assisting those preparing to represent Canada at the 2026 Pan-Am Championships.

Judo is a global sport, and our athletes must travel widely to earn qualifying points, gain international experience, and strengthen their standing on both the national team and world rankings. Every ticket purchased brings us closer to ensuring they get those opportunities.

We truly appreciate your support and wish you a warm, joyful Holiday Season.

Buy 50/50 Tickets

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Volunteers Needed for the 2026 Judo Alberta Casino

Dec 3, 2025

Volunteers Needed for the 2026 Judo Alberta Casino

Judo Alberta is looking for amazing volunteers to help at our upcoming Casino Fundraiser on Wednesday, June 10 and Thursday, June 11 at Pure Casino Edmonton (7055 Argyll Rd NW).

Shifts and positions are available now—sign up at the link below!
👉 Volunteers may work more than one shift, but must stay in the same position.
👉 Please bring valid photo ID for check-in.

🔗 Sign up here: https://signup.com/go/bVVNpgc

Your support helps our athletes and programs thrive!

Share and post the poster in your clubs to spread the word.

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January 2026 Kata Camp – Registration Now Open

Nov 27, 2025

January 2026 Kata Camp – Registration Now Open

Judo Alberta is pleased to announce the 2026 Southern Alberta Kata Weekend, taking place January 17–18 in Raymond and Lethbridge. This event is open to kata enthusiasts of all ages and ranks, including both practitioners and judges, and aims to provide high-quality learning opportunities in a supportive, development-focused environment. Participation is welcome from all provinces, with particular encouragement to athletes and officials from the southern Western regions.

Over two days, attendees will receive instruction from a distinguished group of clinicians: Gord Okamura, An Hor Chhay, Jennifer Parker, and Scott Allan. The program includes kata clinics, guided demonstrations, and constructive feedback sessions designed to enhance technical understanding and performance.

This clinic qualifies for 5 Technical Stream points toward black belt promotion for both participants and kata judges. 

For more information, please click here.

Schedule

Saturday, January 17 – Raymond Judo Club (Victoria Sports Park, 350E 100N, Raymond, AB)
• 9:00–12:30 – Nage no Kata Clinic (Sets 1–3)
• 12:30–1:30 – Lunch
• 1:30–5:00 – Kodokan Goshin Jutsu Clinic (weapons provided) & Photo

Sunday, January 18 – Lethbridge Kyodokan Judo Club (2775 – 28 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB)
• 9:00–9:30 – Kata Teams Warm-up / Judges Meeting
• 9:30–12:00 – Kata Demonstrations & Feedback
• 12:00–1:00 – Lunch
• 1:00–3:00 – Optional Katame no Kata Clinic

 

REGISTER HERE

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Get Ready for the 2025 Red Deer Open Judo Shiai

Nov 23, 2025

Get Ready for the 2025 Red Deer Open Judo Shiai

Athletes, coaches, and clubs: mark your calendars for one of Alberta’s major judo events this season — the 2025 Red Deer Open Judo Shiai! This event presents a fantastic opportunity to test your skills, gain competition experience, and be part of a vibrant judo community.

📅 Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
📍 Location: Abbey Center (Blackfalds, AB)
📝 Registration: Via the official track registration page: Register here
📄 Technical Package: Please review the tournament’s technical package for divisions, belt requirements, weigh-in info, tournament format, etc. Past editions give a helpful idea of what to expect.

We are excited to see so many athletes bring their best to the mat at this event. Whether you’re aiming for the podium or simply looking to learn and grow, the 2025 Red Deer Open Judo Shiai is the place to be.

📢 Register today and make sure you’re ready to compete!

Good luck to everyone — see you in Blackfalds! 💪

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Nov 23, 2025

2025 Judo Alberta AGM

Judo Alberta invited you to a Microsoft Teams Meeting:

2025 Judo Alberta AGM
Sunday, November 23, 2025
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (MST)

Meeting link: 2025 Judo Alberta AGM | Microsoft Teams | Meetup-Join

 

2025 Annual General Meeting Agenda

  1. Approval of the 2025 agenda (Any concerns or issues by the general membership should be mentioned now so they may be added to the agenda (item #5)).
  2. Approval of the minutes from the 2024 Annual General Meeting.
  3. Business arising from the minutes of the 2024 Annual General meeting.
  4. Reports of the Executive & Committees
  5. New Business
  6. Elections
    1. Vice President of Finance
    2. Treasurer
    3. Registrar
  7. Meeting Adjourned
2024-25-Judo-Alberta-Annual-Report-2

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Reminder: Sign Up for the Alberta Winter Games Fight Offs!

Nov 12, 2025

Reminder: Sign Up for the Alberta Winter Games Fight Offs!

The 2026 Alberta Winter Games are coming up fast — and the qualifying Fight Offs are your chance to secure a spot on your zone’s team! Don’t miss the opportunity to represent your region and compete with Alberta’s top young judoka.

Two Fight Offs are taking place this month — make sure to register before the deadlines and review the technical packages for full event details.

🥋 Alberta Winter Games Fight Off (Zone 1–3)

📅 Date: Friday, November 22, 2025
📍 Location: Lethbridge Judo Club, Lethbridge
🕓 Registration Deadline: November 15, 2025
📄 Technical Package – Zone 1–3 Fight Off

🥋 Alberta Winter Games Fight Off (Zone 4–8)

📅 Date: Friday, November 29, 2025
📍 Location: Tolide Judo Kwai, Fort Saskatchewan
🕓 Registration Deadline: November 22, 2025
📄 Technical Package – Zone 4–8 Fight Off

These Fight Offs will determine who moves on to compete at the 2026 Alberta Winter Games in Grande Prairie — a highlight event for junior athletes across the province.

📢 Don’t wait — register today!
Contact your club or zone representative for more details and make sure to review the technical package for all eligibility requirements and event information.

We look forward to seeing Alberta’s young judoka in action and wish everyone the best of luck in their fight for a spot at the Games!

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2025 Judo Alberta Winter Camp

Nov 12, 2025

2025 Judo Alberta Winter Camp

2025 Judo Alberta Winter Camp, Lethbridge, Alberta, December 05-07, 2025:

  • There will be 14 Japanese Hight School Students from Hokkaido taking part in the Winter Camp (8 male / 6 female)
  • Please note that the Winter Camp is a week earlier this year because of the participation of the Japanese Team – December 05-07, 2025.
  • There will be 3-4 Mental Health Sessions for Judo Alberta Athletes (U16-U18-U21-SR & Coache) at the Holiday Inn. We will be making groups of 25 for these sessions. We highly recommend coaches encourage all athletes to participate. (Mental Health 101)
  • Please note the Deadline is November 21, 2025; the deadline is extra early this year because of extra organization involved with the Japanese Team and the Mental 101 Sessions
  • There will be a Team Competition on Sunday, December 07, 2025, with the Japanese Team, Judo Alberta and other provincial teams. The Judo Alberta HP Coach Committee will select athletes to participate. If an athlete has been identified by the coaches we are hoping they will represent athlete in the team competition. It will be a lot of fun. We will need to have volunteers for score keeping, draws, etc.

Judo Alberta Winter Camp Trackie Site:

Athletes: $70.00

https://registration.judocanada.org/event/2025-judo-alberta-winter-camp/1003534

Coaches: Free of Charge

https://registration.judocanada.org/event/coach-registration-2025-judo-alberta-winter-camp/1003533

This will be a fantastic weekend of Judo!

Have a good day,

Ewan Beaton

Judo Alberta HP Coach

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Get Ready for the 2025 Florence Senda Junior Judo Tournament!

Nov 12, 2025

Get Ready for the 2025 Florence Senda Junior Judo Tournament!

Calling all young judoka — it’s time to step onto the mat! The 2025 Florence Senda Junior Judo Tournament is set to bring together competitors from U10, U12 and U14 divisions for a high-energy event that celebrates skill, sportsmanship and the spirit of judo.

📅 Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
📍 Location: Lethbridge Kyodokan Judo Club (2775 28 Ave S, Lethbridge, AB)
👘 Eligibility: Open to judoka in the U10, U12 & U14 age-groups (minimum yellow belt)
📢 Register now – don’t miss your spot!

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