Who, What, Where, When, How & Why?

If you’ve seen the movies and practiced in front of the mirror and now you want to have a go yourself, you’ve come to the right place!

Why do Judo?

• Judo is great fun
• It’s great for keeping fit and getting in shape
• You can meet lots of new people
• Compete locally, nationally and maybe even one day for your country
• Unlike many other Martial Arts, Judo is an Olympic Sport

Who can do Judo?

• Anyone over the age of five
• Male and female competitors train together but compete seperately

When are the classes?

Monday nights in Bangor from 6 – 9.30pm

• Introductory Class: 5 - 12 years from 6.30 – 7.30pm
• Intermediate/Elite Class: 13 years+ from 8-9.30pm

Tuesday nights in Ballybeen from 6.30 – 9.45pm

• Introductory Class: 5 - 8 years from 6.30 – 7.30pm
• Intermediate Class: 9 – 12 years from 7.30 – 8.30pm
• Elite Class: 13 years+ from 8.30 – 9.45pm

Thursday nights in Cregagh from 6 – 9.30pm

• Introductory Class: 5 - 8 years from 6 – 7pm
• Intermediate Class: 9 – 12 years from 7 – 8pm
• Elite Class: 13 years+ from 8 – 9.30pm

Friday nights in Moneyrea from 4 – 6pm 

• 5 - 9 years from 4 – 5pm
• 10 years + from 5 – 6pm

Where are the classes?

• Monday nights in Bangor Leisure Centre, Castle Park Avenue, Bangor, BT20 4TB
• Tuesday nights in Enler Community Centre, Craigleith Drive, Ballybeen, Dundonald, BT16 2QP
• Thursday nights in Cregagh Community Centre, off Mount Merion Avenue, Castlreagh, BT6 0FL
• Friday nights in Moneyrea Community Centre, Church Road Moneyrea, BT23 6BB

What do I need to start?

• Initially an old tracksuit top will do
• If you decide you like Judo, a Judo Suit (judo-gi) can be purchased from the club
• A licence is required to practice judo, this can be obtained through the club from the NIJF

Will I get quality coaching?

• The BJA coaching award is regarded as being one of the best in the world – it is designed to deliver safe and quality judo
• All NIJF member clubs are required to have at least one qualified coach, Murakwai has 3
• All coaches must be qualified in First Aid
• Coaches are required to comply with the BJA Child Protection Policy
• All NIJF/BJA coaches are required to complete a personal disclosure form