Oct 3, 2024
Anne Barg is putting a call out to Judoka who need backpatches sewn for a few upcoming events. You would need to get the Gis along with backpacks to me anytime after Oct. 15th. They must be clean and in a bag. Please email Anne here.
Sep 18, 2024
Judo Alberta will be holding an NCCP Dojo Assistant course on Oct 26-27, 2024, in Edmonton. Register online in the Locker at coach.ca using your NCCP credentials. Don’t have an NCCP number yet? Simply go to coach.ca website, click the red icon at the top right (The Locker) and then at the login screen press the “Don’t have an NCCP#? Create one now!” link to get started. Once you have logged into the Locker, look for the calendar at the top of the page and find the course on this date.
Date: Oct 26-27, 2024 (2-day course)
Location: Tokugawa Judo Club, 9647 62 Avenue NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 0E1
Time: Saturday 8:00am – 6:00pm; Sunday 8:00am – 5:00pm (sign up for both sessions)
Cost: $285 (course with evaluation*) OR $185 (w/o evaluation – for those eligible to take the DI course soon).
Registration: All registrations must be completed in the Locker
Registration deadline: Oct 19, 2024
*After spending 60 hr helping at the dojo, a candidate can request to be evaluated by a Coach Evaluator and, if successful, become a Certified Dojo Assistant.
This Learning Experience prepares the participant to assist in the delivery of judo practices for judo players of all stages of development, with an emphasis on participants under 13 years old. It is recommended that the assistant work under the supervision of a certified Dojo Instructor. Assistants under the age of majority must work under the direct supervision of a certified Dojo Instructor.
Prerequisites:
Note 1: The background check and Respect in Sport modules may be completed after the course.
Jul 18, 2024
We’re excited to support the Canadian Sport Institute Alberta 50/50 Lottery, running during the 2024 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games!
All funds raised will support Provincial Sport Organizations in Alberta through the Canada Games Enhancement Program (CGEP) . The CGEP aims to develop provincial-level athletes and coaches in Olympic and Paralympic sports.
For Canada to excel as a leading sport nation, Alberta must play a key role. Help us achieve this by supporting our provincial athletes.
Buy your tickets today and make a difference!
CSIAB 50/50 – IMPORTANT DATES
DRAW #1
Early Bird #1 – $2,500 Air Canada Dollars
Sales Cut-Off- Sunday, July 28 th , 2024, at 11:59 PM MT
Early Bird #1 Draw Date – Monday, July 29 th , 2024, at 10:00 AM MT
Early Bird #2 – $2,500
Sales Cut-Off – Tuesday, August 6 th , 2024, at 11 :59 PM MT
Early Bird #2 Draw Date – Wednesday, August 7 th , 2024, at 10:00 AM MT
Ticket Sales Close – Sunday, August 11 th , 2024, at 11 :59 PM MT
5050 Draw Date – Monday, August 12 th , 2024, at 10:00 AM MT
5050 Draw Winner Announcement – Monday, August 12 th , 2024, at 2:00 PM
DRAW #2
Sales Open – Friday, August 24 h , 2024, at 11:00 AM MT
Early Bird #3 – $2,500
Sales Cut-Off- Tuesday, September 3 rd , 2024, at 11:59 PM MT
Early Bird #3 Draw Date – Wednesday, September 4 th , 2024, at 10:00 AM
Ticket Sales Close – Sunday, September 8 th , 2024, at 11 :59 PM MT
5050 Draw Date – Monday, September 9 th , 2024, at 10:00 AM MT
5050 Draw Winner Announcement – Monday, September 9 th at 2:00 PM
Apr 29, 2024
Judo Canada is seeking four (4) Directors at large and one (1) Athlete Representative for its board of directors (2024-2028). If you are interested, please review and complete the nomination protocols below.
Judo-Canada-Nominations-Protocol_Final_EN_April_2024Any questions can be directed to Nicolas Gil, CEO and High Performance Director, at n.gill@judocanada.org
Mar 16, 2023
Date: Saturday June 3, 2023
Location: TBD
Deadline to Register: April 30, 2023
The grading is for both Technical and Competitive stream candidates.
Note that the time required for the vetting process through Judo Canada, candidates are advised to apply early at https://judocanada.org/grading-2/.
Any inquiries may be directed to Gord Okamura at gyokamura@gmail.com
Feb 14, 2023
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!
Feb 14, 2023
I am excited to announce that Jessica Klimkait will be a speaker at the March 3 Edmonton Female Training Session. Jessica is Canada’s first female Olympic medalist and the 2021 World Champion. She will join the class for a 30 min virtual/online session where she will discuss her rise from club judoka to World Champion. https://olympic.ca/team-canada/jessica-klimkait/
She will also be taking/answering questions. We are asking judoka to please supply some questions ahead of time so she can prepare. Submit any questions that you have for Jessica here: https://forms.gle/FoQEwSVQcUQUoXRZ7
Location:
Tokugawa Judo Club
9647 62nd Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta
Times:
6:00-7:00 pm: FUN-damental Judo Class (open to everyone)
7:00-7:30 pm: Chat with Jessica Klimkait (virtually)
7:30-9:00 pm: Performance Judo (open to people competing on the national circuit with goals to compete at the 2023 National Championships)
This is a free class. Please register online at: https://www.trackie.com/online-registration/register/edmonton-female-judo-training/486946/
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at alexgagnon57@gmail.com
Cheers,
Alex
Feb 1, 2023
Judo Alberta has multiple volunteer positions that need to be filled. Please read the volunteer job description for the position you are interested in and complete the short survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3CVSL63.
If you have any questions, please contact Caleb Boorse at judo@judoalberta.com.
Jan 15, 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
Jan 12, 2023
Tolide Judo Kwai will host the 2023 Judo Alberta Provincial Championship at the Dow Centennial Centre in Fort Saskatchewan.
The tournament will be on Saturday April 1, 2023, with set up, registration and weight in on Friday March 31.
We are looking for volunteers to help host the events. If you are interested, click on the link below and select tasks you would be able to help with either in Friday March 31 or Saturday April 1.
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