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Thanks for your interest in our Judo sessions , here is the information you need to sign up !
Who can sign up?
We run various classes for Children aged 6 -14 years and Youths and Adults 15 +
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Do you offer a free trial ?
Yes, all new beginners who do not have any judo experience can take advantage of FREE classes as part of our Try Judo Program at Faithspace with a four class Free Trial . ( consecutive weeks only ) .
We frequently run dedicated beginners courses Please contact us to arrange your start date.
If you have practised Judo previously the normal class fee of £5 applies
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When and where are the classes?
Children :
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Monday 7pm- 7.45pm – 6-7 yr olds and beginners Main Hall
7pm -8pm 8-11 yr olds Main Hall
7pm-8pm 12-17 yr olds Chapel Hall
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Sat 10.00am – 11.00 – Under 12 yrs old
11.00am – 12.30pm Over 12 yrs old
(Saturday Class for children in held in Cantonese language )
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Adults & Youths :
Monday 8pm-9.30pm mixed ability class Main Hall
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Weds 8pm-9.30pm mixed ability class Main Hall
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Weds 8pm-9.30pm Adult Beginners Chapel Hall
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The classes are held at Faithspace, Prewett St, Bristol BS1 6PB . We use both the main and chapel halls
There is free car parking on site. Parents are requested to remain close by for their child’s first class. An emergency contact number must be available at all times. For children's classes entry is through the glass front doors. Adults classes entry is through the side door.
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We also run Classes on a Wednesday afternoon for children at our satellite venue at Lyde Green Community Centre . Thease classes are instructed in Cantonese language. Please contact us for more details .
What will I need to bring?
You will need to bring a bottle of water and flipflops or similar easy to slip on footwear
What will I need to wear?
Tracksuit bottoms without zips or leggings and a full-length T shirt not crop tops) Long hair will need to be tied up using an hair elastic without metal in
No shoes are required as practice takes place on a matted area.
Hygiene is of the utmost importance, please make sure your child is clean particularly hands and feet!All jewellery and items from pockets must be removed.
Judo is a fun sport, however, to ensure everyone stays safe you will be expected to follow your coach’s instructions.We have a strict no bullying policy, and you will be required to treat your classmates and coaches with respect.
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Who will be teaching me?
We have a very experienced coaching team who all give their time for free. Chris our head coach is a 7th Dan the highest grade in Southwest England and one of a few in the country. Chris is also Director of Coaching for British Police Judo
Our coach’s hold British Judo Association or International Coach Awards, DBS certificates, First Aid Certificates and have undergone Safeguarding training.
We also have a club welfare officer Steve, you will find his contact details on our website and on a poster at the club.
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​What will I learn?
The classes will be a mix or skills, drills and games, learning how to fall safely and learning throwing and ground skills.
The classes will build up these skills over the weeks. Judo is an Olympic Sport that has lots of great benefits.
You will improve fitness, increase co-ordination, develop spatial awareness, learn the judo values of honesty, respect, courage and courtesy.
What happens after the free Trial ?
Classes will continue at the same times . There will be a clear pathway of progression marked by coloured belts and opportunities to take part in competitions and events if you would like too.
Training Fees for children and adults are payable after the trial classes , Children’s fees are paid by the school half term which is 5-8 week periods. Fees vary from £20-£32 depending on the number of weeks.
Adults pay £5 per class or £30 per month
If possible we prefer payment to the club account by bank transfer, however we can take cash or card payments
We are a community not for profit club
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Great so how do I sign up ?
Before you can take part in class you will need to complete a simple online form with your personal details and emergency contacts.
You will also need to register with British Judo , please choose the option of FREE 90 day Introductory Membership and the club name Japan Arts Centre in the options. This will provide insurance cover for 90 days. When the 90 days expires you will need to upgrade your membership which costs
£21 for children under 8 Years old
£31 for children 8 and above
£28 for students
£42 for Adults
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There is no fee to join the club
Please see below for links to the two forms you will need to complete BEFORE ATTENDING CLASS
Click here to sign up to the club https://fs6.formsite.com/Psukjudo/qo23vz3d5b/index
Click here to register with British Judo www.bjadojo.co.uk
You will need to register for an account with British Judo and then select your membership option of the Free 90 Day Introductory Membership
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