Geelong YMCA Judo Club

Just a quick reminder that tonight is our final training session for the year.

We’ll run a combined kids class from 5pm to 6pm, then fire up the BBQ from 6pm to 6:45pm. Teens and adults will train from 7pm to 8:15pm.

Everyone’s welcome to drop in for the BBQ, say thanks, and say goodbye — parents, siblings, past members, and friends of the club included.

See you tonight.

We wanted to share an update about the future of the club as we head toward the end of the year. With Jake moving to NSW for a new job and Ashlee and her fiancé expecting their first child in January, things are changing fast. As you can imagine, finding judo coaches is tough, and we haven’t been able to secure someone to take over the club in 2026.

The Y is still looking into options, but it’s unlikely a coach will be found before Term 1. If that changes, they’ll contact all current members.

This means the Geelong YMCA Judo Club will be closing for the foreseeable future. Thank you to every volunteer, coach, student, and parent who has helped make this club a home for the past 63 years.

Our last night of training will be Wednesday the 10th of December.
We’ll run a combined junior and senior kids’ class from 5pm to 6pm, followed by a BBQ from 6pm to 6:45pm as a chance to say thank you and goodbye. Parents and siblings are welcome.
Teens and adults can join us beforehand and then head into their usual class at 7pm.
We’d also love to invite all past members and friends of the club to join us for the BBQ and to say goodbye.

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out either Jake or Ashlee.

Well done to Flynn who fought at the Senshi Open today. He had a stack of matches, picked up some strong wins, and came away with fifth in the men’s novice U81 and a bronze in the men’s U81 no-gi. Great effort.

Just a reminder that there are no judo classes tonight due to the YMCA being closed for the Geelong Cup Public Holiday.

📢 NOTICE: JUDO CLASS TIME CHANGE (FOR THIS WEEK ONLY)

This Wednesday, the 27th, the Junior Kids Judo Class (4:45–5:30 PM) will be combined with the Senior Kids Judo Class.

🕔 New Class Time
5:45 PM – 6:45 PM

This is a one-time change, and all junior students are invited to join the combined session.

Thank you for your understanding and support!

All Judo classes are back on tonight for Term 3!
We’re looking forward to seeing everyone back on the mats at Geelong YMCA Judo Club.

🕓 Class times (Wednesdays):

Junior Kids: 4:45 – 5:30pm

Senior Kids: 5:45 – 6:45pm

Teens & Adults: 6:50 – 8:15pm

New members are always welcome! Your first class is free, and we’ve got spare jackets and belts for beginners. Just wear shorts, a t-shirt, and bring a water bottle.

📍 Upstairs at the YMCA in Newtown
Looking forward to seeing you all there!

All judo classes have been cancelled tonight due to the coaches being unwell!
Classes will be back on next week!

🔔Reminder: All classes for 2025 will begin on Wednesday, February 5th! We’re excited to welcome back our returning members and meet all the new faces joining us this year.

For those who have inquired about classes over the past month, we will be getting back to you in the coming days. If you have any questions, feel free to send us a message.

See you on the mat soon!

Judo Victoria State Championships Reminder.

For those interested, make sure you get your entries in for the Judo Victoria State Championships!

⏰ Entries close next Wednesday at midnight!

If you have any questions, feel free to send us a message or speak to Ashlee at training.

👉 Register here: www.smoothcomp.com/en/event/20746
*note you must be a registered member with Judo Victoria

Congratulations to Wade who successfully completed his 1st Dan grading over the weekend🥋

All judo classes will have a 2 week break over holidays.