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Save the Dates: 2023 Pan Am/Oceania Judo Championship

Save the Dates: 2023 Pan Am/Oceania Judo Championship

The City of Calgary will be hosting the 2023 Pan Am/Oceania Judo Championship in September.  The Cadet and Junior event will be held September 8, 9 and 10, and the Senior event September 15, 16 and 17.  In between the dates there will be a training camp.

Please save the date. Volunteers are needed to help run this event from all of Judo Alberta’s members. Please register online at https://registration.judocanada.org/register/panam-oceania-volunteers/500020/

2023 Judo Alberta Provincial Judo Championship

2023 Judo Alberta Provincial Judo Championship

April 1, 2023
(Team Alberta MANDATORY tournament)

The full technical package can be found by clicking here.

Registration Fees (until March 18, 2023 @ 23:59 MST)
➢ U10, U12 – $50
➢ U14 & older – $60
➢ Additional division – $30
➢ Late registration fee (March 19-25 @ 23:59 MST) – $15
Kata Registration:
➢ $30 per kata/per team. Cannot be combined with shiai. Uke & Tori need to register separately and will be charged $15 each.

Registration fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled; no entry substitutions. NO entries accepted after Saturday, March 25, 2023. No on-site registrations.

Registration at: www.TrackieReg.com/2023JudoABChamps

KATSUTA KUP JUDO CHAMPIONSHIP

KATSUTA KUP JUDO CHAMPIONSHIP

DATE & TIME: Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 10:00 AM
LOCATION: Raymond High School, 65W – 100N
WEIGH INS: Saturday, May 6, 2023 7:45 – 9:00 AM
– High School for U14 & U16
– U8, U10, U12 use club entry form. Club Entry Forms must be submitted by April 26, 2023.

REGISTRATION:
– $40 /contestant
– Contestants can only compete in one Division.
– Entry fees are non-refundable.
– Entry deadline is April 26, 2023.

This is a pre-registration tournament only. No phone entries. No registrations accepted at weigh-ins or check in.

Please register online at www.TrackieReg.com/2023katsutakup

QUESTIONS: Contact Dawn Iwaasa 403-315-0839 or Gloria Gilmour 403-394-6574 or judoclub@raymond.ca

ELIGIBILITY: Minimum belt rank is Yellow.

Get Ready for the 2023 Canada Winter Games: Judo Fans, Mark Your Calendars!

Get Ready for the 2023 Canada Winter Games: Judo Fans, Mark Your Calendars!

The highly anticipated 2023 Canada Winter Games are just two weeks away, and judo fans are in for a treat! The games, which will take place in Prince Edward Island from February 19 to March 3, will feature some of the best young athletes from across Canada competing in a variety of winter sports, including judo.

Judo is a martial art that emphasizes grappling and throwing techniques to take down opponents. At the 2023 Canada Winter Games, you’ll have the chance to watch some of the most talented young judokas from across the country showcase their skills and compete for gold.

The judo competition at the games will take place from March 1 to March 4, with both male and female athletes competing in various weight categories. The competition will be held at the Eastlink Centre in Charlottetown, where spectators can cheer on their favorite athletes and witness the intensity of the sport. Streaming and broadcasting schedules can be found here.

If you’re a fan of judo, this is a fantastic opportunity to see some of the most promising young athletes in the country compete at the highest level. Not only will you get to see some great matches, but you’ll also get a chance to experience the excitement and energy of the Canada Winter Games.

So mark your calendars and get ready for some incredible judo action at the 2023 Canada Winter Games!

Judo Alberta Provincial Training Camp, February 18-19, 2023

Judo Alberta Provincial Training Camp, February 18-19, 2023

 Judo Alberta Provincial Training Camp – February 18 & 19, 2023

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

Address for regional training camp location:

Hiro’s Judo Club

 #115 1919 – 27th Avenue, Calgary, Alberta

Saturday February 18, 2023

1:30PM to 3:00PM – Ne-waza Technique & Ne-waza Randori

5:00PM to 7:00PM – Tachi-waza Technique & Tachi-waza Randori

Sunday February 19, 2023

9:00AM to 10:00AM – Uchi-komi & Fitness

10:30AM to 12:30AM – Technique & Randori

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, February 16, 2023 (No cost for the training camp)

https://www.trackie.com/online-registration/register/judo-alberta-provincial-training-camp/485831/

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 come to judo 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,

Ewan Beaton HP Judo Alberta Coach                   

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

Edmonton International Judo Championship

Edmonton International Judo Championship

Important Links

General Information

  • Tournament Site – West Edmonton Mall Ice Palace, 8882 – 170 Street NW, Edmonton, AB
  • U10/U12 – Check in from 3-7 PM on Friday, March 10  at Volunteer/T- Shirt table at the Ice Palace
  • U14 & older Weigh In –  Fantasyland Hotel Conference Centre (Ballrooms #14 & #15)
  • Friday, March 10 Weigh-in Times. ONLY ATTEND DURING YOUR AGE-DESIGNATED TIME
  • Ne Waza – Friday, March 10, 2023 (Ne Waza ONLY)
    • Unofficial Weigh-In – 11 AM-12 PM
    • Official Weigh-In – 12 PM – 1 PM
  • Shiai – Friday, March 10, 2023 (U14, U18, U21, Veteran
    • Unofficial Weigh-In – 2-3 PM (Friday)
    • Official Weigh-In – 3-4 PM (U14); 4-5 PM (U18); 5-6 PM (U21, Veteran)
  • Saturday, March 11, 2023 (U16 & Seniors)
    • Unofficial Weigh-In 1-2PM
    • Official Weigh-In 2-3:30 PM
  • U16 & Seniors – Check-in for Sunday division is required on Saturday within 30 minutes of the last match of the day or before. Athlete, coach or another designate can confirm at Joseki.  IF NOT CHECKED IN BY THIS TIME, SUNDAY’S REGISTRATION WILL BE REMOVED WITH NO REFUND.
  • NEW this year – Novice divisions for U16 & older
  • Westjet are able to offer 5% off Econo* and 10% off EconoFlex and Premium fares for travel within Canada and 2% off Econo*, 5% off EconoFlex and 10% off Premium base fares for guests travelling Trans-border.
    • Coupon Code: 9A7H9AJ
    • https://judocanada.org/westjetcode/

Registration Information

  • ATHLETE – Regular Registration ends February 18, 2023 @ 23:59 MST.
  • Late registrations ends February 28, 2023 @ 23:59 MST.
  • COACH – Registration is MANDATORY until March 4, 2023 MST.  Register before February 15, 2023 to receive a tournament t-shirt.  NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER MARCH 4, 2023.
  • REFEREE – register before February 18, 2023 @ 23:59 MST for a gift. Registrations open until March 4, 2023  @ 23:59 MST.

Eligibility

  • Open to all members of Judo Provincial/Territorial Associations and IJF Associations of other countries.
  • Minimum rank is YELLOW.
  • All participants must provide proof of current affiliation at weigh in.
  • U16 & older MUST provide photo ID at weigh in.
  • Foreign participants must email a copy of their current judo membership & a letter of affiliation from their country’s judo organization to registrar@edmontonjudo.com.
Kata Clinic – March 4-5, 2023

Kata Clinic – March 4-5, 2023

Mark your calendar!

The Judo Alberta Grading Board is pleased to announce that Gordon Okamura (National Kata Coach) will be leading a series of kata clinics for participants to sample various kata for interest. Key points and principles will be covered in each kata but the entire kata may not necessarily be shown. Questions will be addressed and critique will be provided. Weapons will be provided. These sessions are open to all interested judoka!        

Time:            
Saturday March 4   
10 am – 1 pm Nage no Kata
1-2 pm – Lunch
2 pm – 5 pm Kodokan Goshin Jutsu
Sunday March 5      
9am – 12pm Katame no Kata
12 – 1 pm – Lunch 
1 pm – 4 pm Kime no Kata

Location: Victoria Sports Park 350E 100N, Raymond, Alberta T0K2S0

Registration: $35 – Register by clicking here.

If you have any questions, please contact Gord Okamura at gyokamura@gmail.com

The 42nd Rocky Mountain Invitational Shiai

The 42nd Rocky Mountain Invitational Shiai

Saturday, February 4, 2023

Location: Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge, 11300 Rocky Ridge Rd NW, Calgary, AB

U10, U12, U14, U16, U18, U21 (Female and Male)
Senior Women and Senior Men
Veteran Men and Women

This is a pre-registration tournament only. Register now on trackie at https://www.trackie.com/online-registration/event/2023-rocky-mountain-invitational/485127/#.Y7R8nHbMJro. This is a points tournament for the 2023 National Championships

Honorary Tournament Chairman: Mr. Paul Knoll
Tournament Chairman: Mr. Garry Yamashita
Tournament Director: Mr. George Tesanovic
Chief Referee: Mr. Allan Sattin, IJF Continental Referee

Gradings for Provincial C, B, and A level Referees will be held at the tournament. Club Sensei should submit the names of candidates to Steven Norris (stevenorris69@gmail.com) by January 20, 2023. Candidates for Provincial C can put their own names forward.

Supported by volunteers from the Airdrie Judo Club, Hiro’s Judo Club, and Ishi Yama Institute of Judo

No phone entries. No registrations accepted at weigh-ins. No refunds. All information can be found here.

NOTE:  Two new remote weigh-in sites have been approved for the Rocky Mountain Invitational Judo Tournament

In addition to weighing in at the Tokugawa Judo Club (Edmonton) and the Lethbridge Judo Club, competitors can now weigh-in at the following locations

Remote weigh-ins on February 3rd, Friday night 6:30-7:30pm 
1) Aka Shika Judo Club – 87 Petrolia Drive, Red Deer
2) Barracuda Judo Club – in the Total Balance Health building, 1173B Hunter Street, Pincher Creek

Garry Yamashita 
Rocky Mountain Invitational Judo Tournament Chair  

Edmonton Female Training Session

Edmonton Female Training Session

FREE female training session on January 6 at the Tokugawa Judo Club.

Registration is online on trackie: https://www.trackie.com/online-registration/event/edmonton-female-judo-training/485054/#.Y6PGByUTEWM

6:00pm to 7:00pm Female Training Session: 

This is open to all ages and skill levels! A fun and challenging class. 7:00PM to 8:30PM Female Provincial Team Session: This session is open to athletes competing on the national circuit with goals to compete at 2023 Nationals.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Alex Gagnon at alexgagnon57@gmail.com

Happy Holidays!

Judo Alberta Camp Fort Saskatchewan

The next Provincial Camp in Fort Saskatchewan is on Friday January 13 and Saturday on January 14, 2023. Life is about to get very busy – sign up today! 

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

Address for training camp:
Tolide Judo Kwai
Dow Centennial Centre, 84 St. & 87 Ave.
Fort Saskatchewan

Friday January 13, 2023
6:30PM to 8:30PM – FRIDAY NIGHT FIGHT NIGHT

Saturday January 14, 2023
9:00AM to 11:00AM Judo Fitness, Uchi-komi, Technique, Drilling, Throwing
2:00PM to 4:00PM Transition & Tachi-waza Randori

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

Trackie Registration Link: https://www.trackie.com/online-registration/register/judo-alberta-provincial-training-camp-fort-saskatchewan/484596/

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