Katana Judo Club

Enjoy the bank holiday, see you all next week!

⛰️ DNA Judo Lake District Open Championships 🥋

Sunday 10th May ⛩️ Kendal Dojo

This one’s all about proper development judo.

We’ve teamed up with Kendal Judo Club to create an event that gives fighters the right environment to step on the mat, test themselves, and keep improving; without the pressure that often comes with bigger competitions.

Everything about the day is built around what actually matters:
• Meaningful matches
• Fair and appropriate groupings
• A supportive, positive atmosphere
• High-quality organisation from start to finish

Whether it’s a first competition or part of a longer journey; this is the kind of event that builds confidence, sharpens skills, and helps fighters understand judo properly.

No chaos; no mismatches; just good judo and the right environment to grow.

Event Outlines available here:
https://bit.ly/4u1YCyl

Entries are now open 👇
https://bit.ly/4toMd7P

Travelling from further afield? Accommodation is available on-site. Coaches can WhatsApp Mike directly to book rooms - 07708968194

Dear Judo Veterans Family,

We want to keep you updated once again that the Veterans World Championships 2026, will be held in Sarajevo, 𝗕𝗜𝗛 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 20. – 24. 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁. 2026.
The outlines are expected to be published in the next days.
Please save the dates and I hope to see you there.

Kind regards
Denis Weisser
Chair of the IJF Veterans‘ Commission

Save the Date – British Veterans Championship 2026 🇬🇧🥋

The British Veterans Championship takes place on 31 October 2026 at the Lagoon Leisure Centre, Scotland! 📆

This flagship event continues to be a key date in the veterans calendar, bringing together experienced judoka from across the UK to compete in Open Grade and 2nd Kyu & below categories.

Keep an eye on our events page and social media channels for more details! 🔜

Have a great half-term all, see you back on the mat on 23rd February!

British Judo is launching Monthly National Randori Sessions at the National Training Centre 🇬🇧🥋

Open to judoka aged 16+, 1st kyu (brown belt) and above. Athletes who are part of GB or EPP squads may also attend. These sessions are free to attend with no booking required — just turn up for a high-level randori session. Coaches are also welcome to attend and support.

To find out more ➡️ https://www.britishjudo.org.uk/monthly-national-randori-introduced-at-the-british-judo-national-training-centre/

The European Judo Union is exploring the launch of a European Championships for Uniformed Forces and they want to hear from you 👮‍♀️🪖🥋

If you are part of the police, military or another uniformed service, take a few minutes to share your thoughts on competition formats, categories and logistics 📋✨

Your input will help shape the future of judo competitions for uniformed forces across Europe 🇪🇺

👉 Have your say here: https://forms.gle/qBZ8b8gDu858LLBB7

Thank you for supporting European Judo

🥋🔥 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗝𝘂𝗱𝗼 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀! 🔥🥋

**PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE OF VENUE**

Mark your calendars — The Ultimate Judo Championships are coming to Bishops Stortford Judokwai on Sunday 1st March 2026! 🇬🇧🏆

Expect a thrilling day of world-class judo action, featuring:

✨ Mixed Team Championships with elite athletes
🥇 Super Fight match-ups (senior & U21)
🤼 No-Gi Judo Super Fights – a rare and exciting twist
💰 High-pressure knockout bouts with prize money
🎉 A vibrant live atmosphere with a marketplace & social village

Whether you’re a dedicated judoka, coach, club member — or just love top-level sport — this is an event you don’t want to miss! Doors open at midday, with action all the way into the evening finale.

🎟️ Secure your tickets now 👉 https://theultimatejudochampionships.com/

Sorry, false start, due to the impending bad weather that is forecast, tonight’s session is cancelled.
Hopefully back next week if the weather improves!