Feb 22, 2016

2016 Open National Championships

Dear Coaches / Judo Clubs,

The deadline for clubs to apply for athletes to take part in the 2016
Open Nationals is March 01, 2016. Please find attached to this
document the following information that has to be returned by this
time.

A) 2016 Open Nationals Spread Sheet (please fill in all information)
B) 2016 Open Nationals Waiver form
C) 2016 Open Nationals Medical form
D) Judo Alberta Athlete Code of Conduct

IMPORTANT: PLEASE REVIEW THE SELECTION POLICY TO ENSURE THE ATHLETES
YOU WILL BE SUBMITTING MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE 2016 OPEN
NATIONALS.

https://judoalberta.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Team-Selection-policy-for-National-Championships-2015-20161.pdf

Note: There is not minimum requirements for Veteran athletes. (There
is no funding for Veteran athletes – there is a typo in the selection
criteria)

We would like to get all of this documentation done early so there is
no chasing and running all over the place.
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FUNDING: Funding will be finalized in April 2016

Eligible events left in the selection criteria for points for funding
and events for eligibility standards:

Training Camps:
February 20-21, 2016, Provincial Camp, Fort Sask.

Competitions:
March 5-6, 2016, Pacific International, Vancouver
March 11-13, 2016, Edmonton Internatioinal, Edmonton
April 2-3, 2016, Rocky Mountain Tournament, Calgary

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IMPORTANT RECOMMENDED EVENTS FOR NATIONALS PREPARATION

April 15-17, 2016 – Canmore Inter-Provincial Training Camp, Canmore
(BC, Alberta, SK)
April 20-May 01, 2016 Provincial Camp, Lethbridge

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IMPORTANT: POINTS AND WIN/LOSS

I have attached the points and win/loss records. Please review
carefully. If there are mistakes please contact me ASAP so we can make
corrections.

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The Blue Wave

Attached is some more information on the blue wave. We want to have as
many people involved as possible. We want the nationals to be
memorable for Judo Alberta and everyone involved.

Blue Wave Items will be included in the cost / package for the
athletes to ensure that everyone will be supporting the blue wave!

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IMPORTANT: DEADLINE IS MARCH 01, 2016

It you have any questions please let me know

Ewan Beaton
Judo Alberta HP Coach

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Feb 11, 2016

Kata Judges Examination

DATE:

March 4th, 2016

TOURNAMENT SITE:

Richmond Olympic Oval
6 111 River Road,
Richmond, B.C.

EVALUATION SEMINAR:

Steveston Martial Arts Center

FORMAT:

ONE DAY EVALUATION ONLY.

Those that wish to compete on the Saturday may also follow the evaluation.

Start Time:

14 h

1. Welcoming everyone to the Kata Judges evaluation seminar.

2. Evaluators:

a. Fred Blaney International “IJF”
b. Yves Landry International “IJF”
c. Gerald Poirier National “A”

3. The Kata being evaluated:

a. Katame no kata

4. Presentation of the “IJF” software.

a. How it works
b. How to complete the sheet.

5. Update on “IJF” regulations.

a. Go through the different points of a tournament.
b. Go over the different mistakes and their levels. (Minor, medium or major mistake)

6. Evaluation:

a. Presentation of kata by experts and review of Kodokan video along with commentary around key points for scoring.

b. Written test.

c. Evaluation

i. Presentation of kata on film.
ii. Evaluation by candidates on sheets and discussion
iii. Final presentation of Katame no kata on film.

Final evaluation by candidates on sheets will be picked up by presenter and handed over to evaluators for revision.

Evaluation for:

1. National Judges

2. Must register on BEAMSTREAM:

https://register.beanstream.com/scripts/registration.asp?form=2444

3. Cost: $ 50.00

4. Minimum Judo Rank: NIDAN

CLOSING DATE:

Registration must be in the Judo Canada office no later than February 29th, 2016 at 11 h 59. No late registration will be accepted.

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REMINDER

There will be a U21 Nage no kata (5 series) division for Nationals 2016 in Calgary. Please promote.

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Feb 9, 2016

Judo Canada Passport Application Process – effective immediately.

Please find below the link for Judo Canada Passport.
https://register.beanstream.com/scripts/registration.asp?form=2073

There is only 2 possible way to obtain a Judo Canada Passport,

via Beanstream where it is normally processed within 5 working days from the time we received it. Once the passport is ready to go, it is sent to the individual that ordered it by either Canada Post or Purolator depending on the member’s request.

or

via the Excel file that is sent to you to send to your clubs, where it is normally processed with 5 working days from the time we received it. Once the passport is ready to go, it is sent to the club along with the membership cards that was included on the excel file.

Either way, it is no longer required to include photos or copy of Birth Certificate or Proof of Citizenship.

Please be advised that paper Passport application form will no longer be accepted, so they will not be processed and they will be returned to the sender.

Francine Latreille

Office Manager
Gestionnaire de bureau
Judo Canada
1155 Lola Street, suite 201
Ottawa, On Canada K1K 4C1
www.judocanada.org
T 1.877.738.5836 x 221

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Jan 25, 2016

2016 Saskatchewan Open Results

Congratulations to all judoka who competed this weekend at the Saskatchewan Open.

To view the results please click here.

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Jan 22, 2016

Judo Alberta Winter Provincial Training Camp, February 20-21, 2016

Division:

U14, U16, U18, U21, seniors, Masters

Address for training camp:

Tolide Judo Kwai
Dow Centennial Centre
84 St. & 87 Ave. Fort Saskatchewan
http://www.tolide.com/

SATURDAY February 20, 2016

1300-1530 Physical Testing / Throwing
1530-1700 Break
1700-1930 Randori & Technical

SUNDAY February 21, 2016

800-900 Technical & Drills
900-1000 Break
1000-1150 Randori

Please bring running shoes and exercise clothing.

This Provincial training camp is #4 out of 4 Provincial training camp for this season. Please review the provincial team selection policy to know how many camps are required for minimum selection criteria.
https://judoalberta.com/index.php/policies-procedures/

If you have any questions please let me know.

Thank you

Ewan Beaton HP Judo Alberta Coach
Phone: 306-370-7412
E-mail: ewan@judoalberta.com

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Jan 22, 2016

Regional Training Camp February 26-27, 2016

Division:

U14, U16, U18, U21, seniors, Masters

Friday February 26, 2016

19:00-21:00 Technique / Randori

Saturday February 27, 2016

800-900 Physical Training
900-10:00 Break
10:00-11:30 Technique
11:30-12:30 Break
12:30-14:00 Randori

Address for regional training camp location:

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

Ewan Beaton HP Judo Alberta Coach
Phone: (306) 370-7412
E-mail: ewan@judoalberta.com

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Jan 21, 2016

Inter-Provincial Training Camp April 15-17, 2016

Division:

U14, U16, U18, U21, seniors, Masters

Friday April 15

1400 – 1600 arrivals
1600 – mat set up
1800-2015 – Judo Everyone

Saturday April 16

800-900 Physical Training
930-1100 – Group 1
1100-1230 – Group 2
Lunch 1200-1315
1530-1730 – Group 1
1730-1930 – Group 2
1800-2000 – Supper

Sunday April 17

730-830 Physical Training
900-1115 – Judo Everyone

Address for training camp:

Lawrence Grassi School – 610 7 Ave, Canmore, AB

Cost for the camp:

$50.00 – includes (1x Lunch) and (1xSupper) for the weekend. Please make cheques payable to Judo Alberta. Judo Alberta must be advised in advance for special requests for meals. Vegetarian/Vegan, Allergies – nuts, dairy, gluten … The following information will be needed in order to accommodate the request: Name, request and group (U18).

Hotel Information:

Ramada Inn & Suites
1402 Bow Valley Trail Canmore, AB, T1W 1N5 1-888-678-4656
Economy Double: $107.99-$116.99/Deluxe Queen $125.99-$134.99
Doubles sleep 4. Queens sleep 4, cot $ 15/night.
Ask for Judo Alberta Block; Deadline March 16, 2016 (35 rooms blocked)
Hot Buffet Breakfast available from 6:30am-10:30am
Adult $6.99 + GST / Child (13 – 17) $4.99 + GST / Child (3 – 12) $2.99 + GST

Please send registration & cheques to: (DEADLINE APRIL 01, 2016)
Ewan Beaton HP Judo Alberta Coach
603 28B Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J-3T6
Phone: (306) 370-7412 E-mail: ewan@judoalberta.com

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Jan 19, 2016

Elite Athlete Funding Recipients

The Judo Alberta Coaching Committee would like to congratulate the following athletes who have been granted athlete funding. Funding is based on performance and results, commitment to training, participation in National or International events and financial need.

These athletes applied for the second round of elite athlete funding for events participated in from September 01, 2015 – December 13, 2015. The next round of funding will be announced in April, 2016 for competitions and training camps participated in between January 2016- April 2016 (Excluding Elite National championships)

Athletes that have received funding this round must fill out an athlete expense claim form attach their invoices from competitions/ training camp and hand it into Garry Yamashita to receive their funding.

https://judoalberta.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/athlete-expense-form.pdf

Thank you

Judo Alberta coaching staff

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Jan 12, 2016

Elite 8 National Championship Results

The Elite 8 National Championships took place this past weekend in Montreal, QB. Here are the results from the competition:

Taeya Koliaska -48kg u18 First
Alex Gagnon -57kg u18 second
Annabelle darlow +70 u18 second
Sarah perks +70kg u18 First
David Wu -60kg u18 dnp
Joel demaire -60kg u18 fifth
Adam Thomson -66kg u18 first
Tanner Sudo -81kg u18 first

Senior Division:
Erin Morgan -52 second

Third place for the following:
Taeya K
Ali B
Kiera T
Rashad C
Hana V
Darren E
Tanner S

Congratulations to all competitors!

Judo Alberta

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Jan 5, 2016

2016 Judo Alberta Provincial Championships

Where:

Dow Centennial Centre (8700 84 St, Fort Saskatchewan, AB T8L 4P5)

Time:

Opening Ceremonies at 9:30am. Shiai to begin immediately after.

Weigh In:

Friday, January 29, 7:00 pm-9:00 pm @ Dow Centennial Centre (upstairs in the Pacesetter Room)

Additional Remote Weigh-ins:

Friday, January 29, 7:00 pm-8:30 pm
Red Deer Judo Club, Bay 110, 25 Belich Cres., Red Deer, AB Contact Al Schaefer 403-352-1907

Hiro’s Judo Club, #115 1919-27 Avenue NE, Calgary, AB Contact Garry Yamashita 403-870-7197
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U10, U12 – $40
U14, U16, U18, U21 – $55
Seniors & Veterans – $60 NOTE: VETERANS ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE MEDICAL FORM
$20/additional division
$30 per kata per team. $20 for each additional kata. Cannot be combined with shiai.
$10/competitor U16 and older who fail to qualify for his/her registered weight.
$20/entry for late registrations, received after January 23, 2016

To view the tournament package please click here.

To view the registration spreadsheet please click here.

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