Judo CLASS Descriptions
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Kinder Judo (5 - 6 years)
This is a class that prepares young children for judo classes. This class builds co-ordination skills and motor skills. Children learn how to fall plus a few basic judo techniques. The basics of sportsmanship are learned here. No testing or competition. Emphasis is on fun exercise. Parent participation is encouraged.

Junior Beginners (7 - 12 years)
In the first weeks of lessons the children are taught the basic techniques of beginners judo and sportsmanship. Within one year students may progress to the level of yellow belt. Stripe testing is held every three months. Students may participate in the Judo Club's Novice Tournament.

Junior Intermediate (7 - 12 years)
This is mainly a yellow belt class. Some white or orange belts may be included depending on the student's ability. Here students are prepared for the orange belt level. Students are encouraged to participate in larger tournaments around the Lower Mainland.

Junior Advanced (7 - 12 years)
This class consists of mainly orange belts. Here students are prepared for the transition to the adult class. Advanced tournament techniques are taught, as well as preparation for the green belt level. Some students participate in provincial tournaments, and are prepared to enter the Junior Nationals.

Senior Beginners (Age 13+) Co-Ed
This is a twice a week class to provide basic knowledge of judo, doing fun exercise to develop and increase your fitness level. The exercises are not strenuous and families may join together. This recreational judo is open to any level of belt.

Senior Advanced (Age 13+) Co-Ed
This class meets up to 4 times a week. Here students are prepared for National Competitions and to achieve their black belts.