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Devastating news for the Nanaimo Judo Club after a fire caused extensive damage, forcing them to suspend operations. An investigation is underway to determine the cause. The club is actively seeking an alternate location to resume programs this fall. Our thoughts are with them during this challenging time. 🙏 Full report on (Chek News)

Early Saturday morning, fire tore through the Nanaimo Judo Club's building on Machleary Street. RCMP are investigating the cause as suspicious. Thankfully no one was inside — but the damage means the club is uninhabitable and shut down indefinitely while they work with the City to find a temporary home.
Nanaimo Judo Club has been part of our judo community for decades, welcoming kids and adults to the mat. Now it's their turn to lean on us.
Judo BC is asking our whole judo family across the province to rally behind them. Please consider a donation — every bit helps get them back on the mat:
👉 gofundme.com/f/help-rebuild-nanaimo-judo-club-after-fire
Please also share this post — the more people who see it, the faster we can help Nanaimo Judo rebuild. 🥋❤️
https://gofund.me/0aac71382

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In the early hours of Saturday, July 11, a structure fire tore through the Nanaimo Judo Club's dojo at 110 Machleary St. on the Sid Gyro Park site, damaging the building's roof, exterior walls, front stairs, and entrance. While the club awaits access to the building pending RCMP and insurance investigations, extensive water and smoke damage throughout the interior is expected, likely meaning mats, equipment, and other essentials will need to be replaced. The club has halted training indefinitely and is now working with the City of Nanaimo to find a temporary space to keep their community moving and training together. For decades, this dojo has been a home for judoka of all ages across Nanaimo, building not just athletes but discipline, resilience, and lifelong friendships. Now this tight-knit club needs our support to cover relocation costs, temporary facility rental, and the replacement of equipment and supplies not covered by insurance. Every donation, big or small, will help the Nanaimo Judo Club get back on the mat and rebuild what the fire took. Please consider giving generously and sharing this campaign to help this resilient community bounce back stronger than ever.

https://gofund.me/b6939946c

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Donate to Help Rebuild Nanaimo Judo Club After Fire, organized by Katie Thomson In the early hours of Saturday, July 11, a structure fire tore through the Nan… Katie Thomson needs your support for Help Rebuild Nanaimo Judo Club After Fire

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🥇🥇 Amir Temirbaev does it again!
After winning gold in the -60kg Cadet category at the Lima Cadet Panamerican Cup 2026, Amir has now claimed gold in the -60kg Junior category as well! An incredible back-to-back performance — congratulations, Amir! 🎉

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Competing in the -63kg category at the Graz Junior European Cup 2026 (May 30–31, 2026 – Graz, Austria), Carla claimed a spot on the podium. An incredible performance — so proud of you, Carla! 🎉

Thank you & for organizing this!

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So grateful for every single athlete, coach, and family who came out and made today so special. Seeing everyone enjoy their time on the mat and leave with smiles on their faces — that’s what it’s all about. Thank you for being part of this! ❤️‍🔥

SOREMADE for Nationals 🥋

This past weekend, we screamed, cried, cheered, and laughed together. We won some, we lost some, but we always walked away with our heads held high and ready for whatever comes next.

Thank you for being part of this journey with us. ❤️