JUDO

LATEST CLUB NEWS

• Hantokan Club training starts back this Thursday Night 19th January 6.30pm at Redcliffe, and next Tuesday Night 24th January 6.30pm at Deception Bay.
• Yearly PCYC membership fees are also now due, please ensure you arrive with enough time before your judo class starts to renew your fees at the front counter.
• State Squad Training - officially begins Saturday 28th January at Ohori. Any questions about State Training - please see Kelly or Chris at the Club. If you intend to compete at the Qld Open 3/4th March, or wish to compete at the 2012 Nationals in Sydney you should attend State Training.
• ACT Open 11th & 12th Feb 2012 - reminder for those attending - nominations close last post 8th February. This is an Australian Team selection event for Cadets, Junior Men/Women & Seniors for the Oceania Championships being held in Cairns at the end of April 2012.
• Qld Open 3rd & 4th March 2012 - for further details please see attached flyer. Note - nominations for this event close 29th February. This is also an Australian Team selection event for Cadets, Junior Men/Women & Seniors for the Oceania Championships being held in Cairns at the end of April 2012.
• Kata Classes will be starting at Ohori from Tuesday 7th February at 6.30pm.

Judo is an Olympic sport enjoyed around the world by all ages and both sexes. While stressing the sporting nature of Judo, the style still retains the techniques and training that makes it ideal for self defence.

Hantokan Judo Club (PCYC Redcliffe & Deception Bay) provides a welcoming, friendly, family environment for children, teens, adults and seniors. Training is conducted by trained professional coaches, all of whom possess Blue Cards (working with children check), First Aid Certificates and relevant coaching qualifications. Drop on down and watch a class, or try your first class for free.

Parents/Guardians are welcome to stay and watch the class. If you choose not to stay, please ensure you are back by the end of the class to collect your child.

Judo classes are held every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings for PCYC members 5 years and up.

• Monday 6.30pm (Established Judo Players)
• Tuesday 6.30pm (Deception Bay PCYC)
• Thursday 6.30pm (Beginners and Children)
• Thursday 7.30pm (Established Judo Players)

Fees are:

• Adults casual visit: $7.00
• Children casual visit: $5.00
• Adults Term fee one night per week: $60.00
• Adults Term fee two nights per week: $115.00
• Children Term fee one night per week: $40.00
• Children Term fee two nights per week: $75.00

Please note: If a Judo player wants to enter a Judo tournament they are required join the Judo Federation of Australia (JFA) for a fee.

Commonly Asked Questions:

Q. Do I need a special Judo suit ('Gi') to begin Judo?

A. No for the first few lessons the student will learn some basic techniques called 'break falls' and may just wear shorts and a tee shirt (singlets not permitted). However if the student chooses to continue learning Judo, it will not be long before they will require a Judo training suit ('Gi') and these are available for purchase from the club.

Q. What happens at the first lesson?

A. You will be taken aside with other beginners and a club instructor will teach you how to fall down safely from being thrown. These techniques are called 'break falls' and you must be competent in performing these to the satisfaction of your instructor before learning any further Judo. Most students reach a satisfactory level after 1 or 2 sessions depending on age and fitness level.

Q. Do I have to fight in a tournament?

A. No, although once you have developed your skills you may like to try them out.  Most interclub competitions have novice divisions and twice a year we hold a mini comp just for Hantokan players.  They are designed to give all our members the experience of competition in a fun, non pressured way.  Competition experience will also be considered when grading.

Q. What is the Judo Australia grading system?

The grading system uses coloured belts to define the knowledge and experience of a player. The expectations of knowledge and skill levels are determined by age divisions and/or time in previous grade.

Q. How often are gradings held and what do I need to do to get graded?

We hold two gradings a year.  Players are considered for grading when they have shown a reasonable level of commitment to the sport.  Eg. training regularly, eagerness to learn.  Leading up to gradings we will provide extra training times, ensuring that each player is fully aware of the techniques and knowledge needed for their grading. Players wishing to grade must be members of the JFAQ.

ENQUIRIES

Please contact any of the following club coaches or officials for more information:

• Kelly Croton - (m) 0412 458 383
• Sharon Croton - (m) 0419 679 607
• Kent & Lindsey Bulger - (m) 0439 328 314 (e) This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
• Brad Robinson - (m) 0401 896 303
• Chris Swalwell (Deception Bay Club) - (m) 0407 963 793 (e) This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.