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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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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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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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Nov 12, 2025

Kata Tuesdays Nage no Kata

The Provincial Kata Committee will be offering instructions in Nage 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

When: Tuesdays on November 4, 18, 25 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
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

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Be Part of the 2026 Judo Open National Championships!

Oct 13, 2025

Be Part of the 2026 Judo Open National Championships!

The Judo Open National Championships are coming to Calgary, Alberta, from May 13–18, 2026, and we’re looking for passionate volunteers to help make this national event a success!

Join athletes, coaches, and fans from across the country for an unforgettable week of high-level competition, teamwork, and community spirit.

💪 Why Volunteer?

Volunteering is a great way to:

  • Be part of a major national sporting event
  • Meet people from across Canada
  • Gain event management experience
  • Support the growth of Judo in Alberta and across the country
  • Have fun and make a difference!

📅 Event Details

Dates: May 13–18, 2026
Location: Calgary, Alberta

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Volunteer Roles

We’re recruiting volunteers for a variety of roles, including:

  • Registration & accreditation
  • Venue setup and logistics
  • Scorekeeping and timekeeping
  • Athlete services and hospitality
  • Media and communications support
  • Transportation and equipment support

📩 How to Get Involved

Interested? Sign up today to receive more information:
📧 Email: yycjudovolunteer@gmail.com
📱 Or scan the QR code on our event poster to register your interest.

Be part of something special — help us make the 2026 Judo Open Nationals an event to remember! Please share this volunteer poster and encourage your club to support!

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Judo Alberta Regional Training Camps – Edmonton October 24/25 & Calgary October 25, 2025

Oct 6, 2025

Judo Alberta Regional Training Camps – Edmonton October 24/25 & Calgary October 25, 2025

JUDO ALBERTA REGIONAL TRAINING CAMP: EDMONTON OCTOBER 24-25, 2025

KODOKAWI DOJO

LOCATION: KODOKWAI JUDO CLUB 7121-104st NW, Edmonton Alberta

Friday October 24, 2025

Time: 6:00PM to 8:30PM – Uchi-komi, Randori & Fitness

Saturday October 25, 2025

Time: 9:00AM to 11:30AM – Technical, Drilling & Randori

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, October 22, 2025

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

https://registration.judocanada.org/event/judo-alberta-regional-camp-edmonton/1003532

Eligibility:

  • Judo Alberta / Judo Canada Member
  • Minimum age U14
  • Minimum Level Green Belt / Orange Belt with Club Coach Attending

JUDO ALBERTA REGIONAL TRAINING CAMP: CALGARY OCTOBER 25, 2025

LOCATION: HIRO’S JUDO CLUB

 #115 1919 – 27th Avenue, Calgary, Alberta

Saturday October 25, 2025

Time: 3:00PM to 5:30PM – Technical, Randori & Fitness

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Judoka who will participate in this Regional Camp are asked to register on Trackie:https://registration.judocanada.org/event/judo-alberta-regional-camp-calgary/1003531/

There is no cost for the regional training camps

Eligibility:

  • Judo Alberta / Judo Canada Member
  • Minimum age U14
  • Minimum Level Green Belt / Orange Belt with Club Coach Attending

Ewan Beaton HP Judo Alberta Coach              

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

JUDO ALBERTA REGIONAL TRAINING CAMP: EDMONTON OCTOBER 24-25, 2025

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Sep 21, 2025

Kata Tuesdays

The Provincial Kata Committee will be offering instructions in kata on Tuesdays starting at 6:00pm MST sharp and ending at 7:25pm. Each session will build on the previous one.

If any questions, contact: Gord Okamura email address: gyokamura@gmail.com

How: In-person sessions but also broadcast online on Google Meet and recorded: https://meet.google.com/jar-eeyx-hoe

Where: Tokugawa Dojo, 9647-62 Avenue, Edmonton

Contents: Introductory level.

Which kata: 

  • October Kata Tuesdays – Ju no Kata on October 7, 21, 28
  • November Kata Tuesdays – Nage no Kata on November 4, 18, 25
  • December Kata Tuesdays – Itsutsu no Kata on December 9, 16
  • January Kata Tuesdays – Katame no Kata on January 6, 13, 20
Kata Webpage

 

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Sep 21, 2025

 Judo Alberta November Yudansha Grading – Attention: Change of Venue

Date: Sunday, November 30, 2025
Time: 9:00 am
Location:  Hiro’s Judo Club #115 – 1919 27 Ave NE Calgary
*Note: times may change depending on number of candidates registered

  • All candidates for Competitive and Technical stream must enter their application into the on-line system https://judocanada.org/grading/ no LATER than October 18, 2025.
  • Refer to the Judo Alberta website https://judoalberta.com/index.php/grading-kata/ for information about black belt grading and the 2025 National Grading Syllabus https://judocanada.org/grading-2/. 
  • Candidates should obtain their head instructor’s approval before making the application. Both have a responsibility to ensure the information entered is accurate and verified. Do not claim for ineligible tournaments or for partial years.
  • Shodan candidates have the responsibility of ensuring their ikkyu (brown belt) registration date agrees with the Judo Alberta registrar’s records (as evidenced by the Judo Alberta Certificate of Promotion). Contact the Judo Alberta Registrar if any questions. All Shodan candidates (including Competitive Stream) must do a formal exam.
  • All candidates must have a Judo Canada passport and bring it to the grading. If you need to order a passport, then go to https://judocanada.org/judo-canada-passport/ 
  • Candidates must wear white judogi only.
  • No electronic recording during any Yudansha grading session. However, grading sessions are open to the public. 

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