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Judo Canada Call for Directors

Judo Canada Call for Directors

Judo Canada is seeking one (1) Director at large for its board of directors (2024-2026)

Nomination protocol

Risk Management Committee – Gestion de risques

https://judocanada.org/2024/02/12/volunteer-position-member-of-the-risk-management-committee/?fbclid=IwAR1I9HBanWy-kt_yklUX_URGEOzknW85X7dzz7VqsJpau7RvemDHQGstdbA

https://judocanada.org/fr/2024/02/12/poste-benevole-membre-du-comite-de-gestion-des-risques/

Director – Administrateur

https://judocanada.org/2024/01/20/muffin-builder-64932/

https://judocanada.org/fr/2024/01/20/poste-vacant-appel-de-candidature/

Judo Alberta Winter Provincial Training Camp, February 24-25, 2024

Judo Alberta Winter Provincial Training Camp, February 24-25, 2024

Address for training camp: Tolide Judo Kwai

Dow Centennial Centre, 84 St. & 87 Ave. Fort Saskatchewan

Saturday February 24, 2024

1:00PM to 3:00PM Ne-waza, Transition, Technical & Randori

5:00PM to 7:00PM Tachi-waza , Kumi-kata & Randori

Sunday February 25, 2024

8:30AM to 9:30AM Judo Fitness & Uchi-komi

10:00AM to 11:45AM Technical, Drilling & Randori  

Trackie Site: Deadline February 21, 2024

https://registration.judocanada.org/event/2024-judo-alberta-provincial-training-camp-fort-saskatchewan/1000448/

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 attend judo training 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.

* Schedule subject to change based on the number of participants 

Ewan Beaton HP Judo Alberta Coach                      

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

Judo Alberta Inter- Provincial Training Camp: BC/AB/SK/MB/YU/NWT/NU

Judo Alberta Inter- Provincial Training Camp: BC/AB/SK/MB/YU/NWT/NU

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

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

Cost for the camp: 
$75.00 Regular Deadline March 29, 2024  
$95.00 Late Deadline April 12, 2024   
 

Trackie Sign Up: (IMPORTANT) Maximum Number of athletes 180 (90 athletes per group) https://registration.judocanada.org/event/2024-judo-alberta-inter-provincial-camp/1000431/

Coach Sign-up: (NO COST): https://registration.judocanada.org/event/coach-registration-2024-judo-alberta-inter-provincial-camp/1000433/

Friday April 26, 2024               

Group 1 6:00PM to 7:30PM / Group 2 7:30PM to 9:00PM

Saturday April 27, 2024          

Group 1 9:00AM to 10:30AM

Group 2 10:30AM to 12:00PM

Group 1 2:30PM to 4:30PM

Presentation: 4:30PM Understanding Weight Cutting

Group 2 5:00PM to 7:00PM

8:00PM Coaches Dinner: Mikes Steak House

Sunday: April 28, 2024            

Group 1 8:00AM to 9:45AM Judo

 Group 2 9:45AM to 11:30AM Judo

Hotel Information:

Fort Saskatchewan Super 8: $129.00 + tax (1 min walk to training site)

8750 84 St, Fort Saskatchewan, AB T8L 4R5, Phone(780) 998-2898

20 rooms blocked off; mention JUDO TRAINING CAMP (First come / first serve)

Comfort Inn & Suites: $129.00 + tax (5 min walk to training site)

120 Town Crest Rd, Fort Saskatchewan, AB T8L 0G7, Phone(780) 998-4000

55 rooms blocked off; MENTION JUDO ALBERTA (Drop date February 15, 2023)

Email: ewan@judoalberta.com   Phone: 403-892-6099

Judo AB Eligibility: Provincial Team member / U14 Green Belt with approval of Judo AB HP Coach

Judo Alberta Elite Athletes Funding – December 2023

Judo Alberta Elite Athletes Funding – December 2023

The Judo Alberta Coaching Committee would like to congratulate the following athletes who have been granted elite athlete funding.  Funding is based on performance, results, commitment to training, participation in National or International events and financial need. The coach committee nominated the following athletes for the first round of elite athlete funding for costs incurred from events participated in from September 2023 to December 2023.  

September 2023 to December 2023
Name National & International Events Judo Club Funding Method of Payment
Evelyn Beaton Pan-Am, U21 Worlds, Japan Lethbridge  $ 1,300 Payment to club
Marianna Karas Pan-Am Kodokwai     $ 500 Payment to club
         
 $ 1,800

The Judo Alberta Elite Funding will be sent to the athlete’s home judo clubs not directly to the athletes.

Sincerely,

Judo Alberta High Performance Committee

Judo Alberta Provincial Training Camp – January 19-20, 2024

Judo Alberta Provincial Training Camp – January 19-20, 2024

Address for Provincial Training Camp:

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

Friday January 19, 2024

6:00PM to 8:00PM – Friday Night Fight Night  

Saturday January 20, 2024

8:30AM to 9:30AM – Uchi-komi & Fitness

10:00AM to 11:30AM – Ne-waza Technique, Transition & Drilling

2:30PM to 4:00PM – Tachi-waza Technique, Kumi-kata & Randori

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, January 17, 2024 (No cost for the training camp)

Registration Linhttps://registration.judocanada.org/event/2024-judo-alberta-provincial-training-camp-calgary/1000404/

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 attend judo training 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.

* Schedule is subject to change based on the number of participants 

Ewan Beaton HP Judo Alberta Coach                   

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

Elite Nationals Volunteer Signup

Elite Nationals Volunteer Signup

We are thrilled to announce the upcoming 2024 Elite Nationals event scheduled to take place in Edmonton on January 13-14. This exciting event promises to showcase the best Judo in Canada.

To ensure the success of this prestigious event, we are reaching out to our incredible community for support. Volunteer participation is crucial in making this event a resounding success, and we’re still seeking individuals to contribute their time and skills in various roles. No knowledge of Judo is required!

We have openings across all volunteer categories and dates, and we’d love for you to be a part of this unforgettable experience. Whether you have a passion for event organization, enjoy working with people, or simply want to be involved in a thrilling sporting event, there’s a role perfectly suited for you.

Volunteer Categories include but are not limited to:

  • Scoreboard Operator
  • Marshalling
  • Security
  • Accreditation
  • Setup/Takedown
  • Mat Maintenance
  • Medical
  • Food Services
  • Doping Control

If you’re interested in being a part of this incredible event, please fill out the volunteer sign up form online or reach out to us directly at judo@judoalberta.com for more information or to sign up for a specific role and date.

Thank you for your support and dedication to making the 2024 Elite Nationals in Edmonton an outstanding success!

Judo Alberta Winter Camp        December 15-17, 2023

Judo Alberta Winter Camp December 15-17, 2023

Guest Coach Arthur Margelidon, 2 x Canadian Olympian, Pan-American Champion, 13 x Medalist on the IJF World Judo Tour

Athlete Sign-up: https://registration.judocanada.org/event/2023-judo-alberta-winter-camp/1000302/

Coach Sign-up: https://registration.judocanada.org/event/coach-registration-2023-judo-alberta-winter-camp/1000303/

Judo Alberta Winter Camp Schedule

Friday December 15, 2023

6:00PM to 7:30PM Group 1 Fight Night
7:30PM to 9:00PM Group 2 Fight Night

Saturday December 16, 2023

8:30AM to 10:15AM Male
10:15AM to 12:00PM Female
Lunch
3:00PM to 4:55PM Group 1
Group Photo
5:05PM to 7:00PM Group 2
Pizza 5:30PM to 8:00PM

Sunday December 17, 2023

8:30AM to 9:30AM Ne-waza Transition
9:45AM to 10:15AM Mental Toughness
10:30AM to 12:30PM Technical & Randori
  • Camp schedule is subject to change

Price: $55.00 

U14/U16/U21/SR – Orange belt & Higher / No cost for club coaches

Location: Lethbridge Judo Club: www.lajudo.com

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: December 8,2023

Eligibility:

  • Judo Alberta / Judo Canada Member
  • U12 Green Belt with Club Coach 
  • U14 Orange Belt with Club Coach
  • U16/U18/U21/SR/Veteran – Orange & above Judo Alberta
Judo Alberta Regional Training Sessions – Edmonton & Calgary

Judo Alberta Regional Training Sessions – Edmonton & Calgary

Judo Alberta Regional Training Camp Edmonton Area

Friday / Saturday November 04/04, 2023

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

Address for regional training camp locations:

Friday November 03, 2023 St. Albert Judo Club42C Riel Dr, St. Albert

6:00PM to 8:00PM – FRIDAY NIGHT FIGHT NIGHT

Saturday November 04, 2023 Tokugawa Judo Club, 9647 62nd Avenue

8:30AM to 9:30AM – Uchi-komi & Fitness

10:00AM to 11:30PM – Technical, Drilling & NW Randori

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, November 01, 2023

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

https://registration.judocanada.org/event/judo-alberta-regional-camp-edmonton/1000301/

Judo Alberta Regional Training Camp Calgary, Saturday, November 04, 2023

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

Address for regional training camp location:

Ishi-Yama Dojo

240 90 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta (Acadia Recreation Complex)

Saturday November 04, 2023

Time: 3:30PM to 4:30PM – Uchi-komi & Drilling  

Time: 5:00PM to 7:00PM – Technical & Randori

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, November 01, 2023

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

https://registration.judocanada.org/event/judo-alberta-regional-camp-calgary/1000300/

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Eligibility:

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

There is no cost for these training camps. These are great sessions to have your 2024 AWG hopefuls to have some hard training in preparation for the AWG trails. 

Sealed Bid Auction for 2012 Ford Escape XLT

We are hosting a sealed bid auction for a 2012 Ford Escape XLT. This well-maintained vehicle is in excellent condition and would make an ideal addition to any household.

Auction Details:

  • Vehicle: 2012 Ford Escape XLT
  • Description: Judo Alberta recently purchased a new vehicle for our High Performance Coach and are selling the previous vehicle in a sealed bid sale. The vehicle is a grey 2012 Ford Escape XLT AWD with 197,483 KM. There is some rust above the wheel wells and on the rear hatch. Please click the links for photos and a mechanical fitness assessment.
  • Minimum Bid: $3,000
  • Bid Submission Deadline: October 20th at 11:59pm
  • Auction Rules: The full rules of the Sealed Bid Auction of the 2012 Ford Escape XLT can be found here.
  • Bid online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r…

We believe that the Judo Alberta community may have individuals who are interested in participating in this auction, and we wanted to extend an invitation to them. Your friends and family can find more information and detailed auction rules on our website judoalberta.com.

If you have any questions or would like to share this information through your official channels, please feel free to do so. We would greatly appreciate your support in spreading the word about this auction.

Should you have any inquiries or require additional information, please do not hesitate to reach out to judo@judoalberta.com

Notice of the 2023 Judo Alberta Annual General Meeting

Dear Members,

Please click here for the official notice of the 2023 Judo Alberta Annual General Meeting. The AGM will once again be held virtually on November 26th, 2023 at 3:00 PM via Microsoft Teams. Members must complete the AGM Registration Form by November 12, 2023 to confirm attendance. Meeting instructions will be distributed to everyone that is registered.

There are 5 executive committee positions available. Please email judo@judoalberta.com to find out more and with your interest. 

Additionally, please click here for the Judo Alberta Proxy Form for those members who are unable to attend and wish to pass their vote to another member. All signed Proxy Forms are to be submitted no later than November 25, 2023 in order to validate each member.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask.

Thank you!

Please note, the original notice is out of date. Our proxy form is available until November 25th.

Notice-of-AGM-2023-1

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