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Restrictions Exemption Program

Restrictions Exemption Program

Hello Judo Alberta Members,

It has been a busy 24 hours, but following the recent announcement of the Covid-19 update by the Government of Alberta, it was decided by the Judo Alberta Executive Committee that it is of the best interest for our membership to postpone all Judo Alberta sanctioned events until the “Alberta State of Public Health Emergency” is declared over. We will monitor the current situation closely and make adjustments as needed.

Starting September 20th, 2021 Judo Alberta will be following the Restrictions Exemption Program for all sanctioned Judo Alberta events as outlined by the Government of Alberta https://www.alberta.ca/covid-19-public-health-actions.aspx. Between now and September 20th, everything will be business as usual.

WHAT THIS MEANS

Starting September 20th 2021, ALL Judo Alberta sanctioned events will enforce the following restrictions in order for members ages 12 and over (coaches, athletes, staff, parents, volunteers) to attend/participate:

  • proof of vaccination
    • single dose accepted between September 20 and October 25 if received 2 weeks before time of service
    • double doses required after October 25
  • documentation of a medical exemption
  • proof of a privately-paid negative PCR or rapid test within 72 hours of service (tests from AHS or Alberta Precision Laboratories not allowed)

*It is recommended that all members access their records at https://myhealth.alberta.ca/myhealthrecords. More details to follow regarding proof of vaccination processes.

MEMBERS UNDER THE AGE OF 12 GUIDANCE

Members under the age of 12 are permitted to train and compete in Judo Alberta sanctioned events but must:

  • screen for symptoms
  • maintain 2 metres distancing, except youth while engaged in physical activity
  • wear a mask, except youth while engaged in physical activity

IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED BY JUDO ALBERTA THAT ALL CLUBS FOLLOW THE RESTRICTIONS EXEMPTION PROGRAM. IF NOT, THE FOLLOWING RESTRICTIONS WILL APPLY:

Adult (over 18) sport, fitness, recreation and performance activities (Sept 20)

  • The following restrictions apply unless the facility or program implements the restrictions exemption program:
    • Indoor group classes and activities are not permitted.
    • Indoor competitions are paused except where vaccine exemptions have been granted.
    • Indoor one-on-one training and solo activities are allowed with 3 metre physical distancing.
    • Outdoor activities can continue with no restrictions.

Youth (under 18) sport, fitness, recreation and performance activities (Sept 16)

  • Indoor group classes, training, and competitions are permitted, but participants are required to:
    • screen for symptoms
    • maintain 2 metres distancing, except youth while engaged in physical activity
    • wear a mask, except youth while engaged in physical activity
  • Spectator attendance is restricted to 1/3 fire code capacity, attendees are limited to a single household or 2 close contact if living alone and must be masked and maintain 2 metres physical distancing.
  • Outdoor activities can continue with no restrictions.

Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation during this difficult time.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact judo@judoalberta.com.

POSTPONED Regional Training Camp Calgary – Saturday, September 18, 2021

POSTPONED Regional Training Camp Calgary – Saturday, September 18, 2021

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

Address for regional training camp location:

Hiro’s Judo Club

 #115 1919 – 27th Avenue, Calgary, Alberta

Saturday September 18, 2021

Time: 3:30PM to 5:00PM – Physical Testing (Judo Specific) & Throwing

Time: 6:00PM to 7:30PM – Technical, & Randori

Registration Deadline: Thursday, September 16, 2021

Judoka who will participate in this Regional Camp are asked to register on Trackie:

https://www.trackie.com/online-registration/event/judo-alberta-regional-training-calgary/471817/#.YSwdxohKiUl

All Judoka who are participating in Judo Alberta Regional Training sessions, Provincials Training sessions and Competition should be registered members of Judo Alberta. Please ensure that your judo clubs have registered you with Judo Alberta.

There is no cost for the training camp

Ewan Beaton HP Judo Alberta Coach                

Phone: (403) 892-6099

E-mail: ewan@judoalberta.com

Congratulations Judo Alberta Grading Candidates

Congratulations Judo Alberta Grading Candidates

On July 17th, Judo Alberta hosted the first Competitive Stream Dan Grading at the Lethbridge Judo Club.  Gord Okamura and Garry Yamashita conducted the Nage-no-kata and Waza clinics, while Kelly Palmer and Wesley Enns led the Katame-no-kata and Kime-no-kata clinics.  During the Waza clinic, all candidates were asked to demonstrate and give a brief explanation of how they execute their favourite techniques (both tachi-waza and ne-waza) and then everyone had the opportunity to practice the movements.  A total of 29 participants took part in the kata clinics, including the Competitive Stream candidates.

The Judo Alberta Provincial Grading Board would like to announce the following promotions and express our congratulations to all the candidates! 

Shodan

Aidan Lazenby – Lethbridge Judo Club

Alexander Wu – Tokugawa Judo Club

Anna Prus-Czarnecka – Kodokwai Judo Club

Brynn Iwaasa – Lethbridge Judo Club

Davis Johnston – Kodokwai Judo Club

Evelyn Beaton – Lethbridge Judo Club

Greta Goasdoue-Wallace – Hiro’s Judo Club

Seth Norbert – Kodokwai Judo Club

Shion Crook – Hiro’s Judo Club

Teyana Roberts – Airdrie Judo Club

Nidan

Alex Gagnon – Tolide Judo Club

Taeya Koliaska – Lethbridge Judo Club

Yondan

Rashad Chin – Kodokwai Judo Club  

On July 18th Gord Okamura and Garry Yamashita also conducted a Goshin Jutsu clinic for the general membership. 

Reminder: The next Technical Stream grading will take place on September 25, 2021 at the Lethbridge Judo Club.  All judoka wishing to be graded must have approval from their club sensei and get their online grading application submitted to Judo Canada by September 14, 2021.  To avoid any delays or disappointment, please ensure you meet the grading requirements by reviewing the 2021 National Grading Syllabus posted on the Judo Canada website.             

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