Judo School

28/07/2026

💯 on point here

02/07/2026

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Dates: 27 Jul to 31 Jul 26 – 10:00-14:00 Venue: Pinewood Judo Club, Old Wokingham Rd, Wokingham RG40 3AQ Prices: over 5 days 10am-2pm (2x 90 minute blocks with a...

30/06/2026

What a sport, 💯 % commitment to an uchi mata counter but lacking complete sleeve control / kuzushi, blue attacks white counters blue counters the counter all in a millisecond 💥

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27/06/2026

Core Judo Championships ACS Egham 27th June

Today a small but fighty bunch of our beginners and intermediates attended the Core Judo competition held at ACS School in Egham. The competition was well run and provided the children and parents with a very positive experience.
First out was Sam Pinkney who despite being in the tougher of the 3 groups gave a great account of himself managing to win one contest and lose 2 to take a bronze🥉 He was very close to winning his second contest as he upped his effort in the last 30 seconds. This was only Sam's second competition and his positive mindset (evidenced by his broad grin mid battle) makes me certain he will continue to improve.
Emily Scott who was also in her second competition producing some really great flowing judo, with excellent movement her transitions into groundwork were excellent and she won 4 to take a well deserved Gold. This is one to watch!
Lilly Capoul Kieta was all business today winning all of her contests with a relaxed focussed performance. She dealt with some tough opponents in style one particularly difficult high collar gripping in one of her contests with some really intelligent sleeve control and a fantastic Sode Seoinage.
Great effort Lilly and a well deserved Gold🥇
Rook Bateson was really on good form winning all but one of his contests with good standing and groundwork. He actually beat the eventual gold medallist and showed a great deal of courage against some tough opponents. He was awarded a Bronze in error but the organisers checked the sheet to realise he was due a silver🥈 excellent for what was only his second competition.
Zach Richards was very nervous as this was his first competition (3rd actually Edit). He overcame his nerves well to take a good win in his first contest. His second opponent proved to be too much for him in both experience and strength, a lack of effective balance breaking saw him countered and 'wobbled' as his mum described it!
He fought and won his 3rd contest and then anther against his friend and team mate Marks Molodcov to take a bronze 🥉
Marks Molodcov had a tough day out today losing all of his contests really felt for him today as I know how much this means for him. Keep working Marks it will come. 🥉
It was nice to finish on a high and Jacob Bourne provided us with just that, a lightening fast drop Seoinage off of his feet in his first contest followed by really intelligent 2nd and 3rd contests which he won with good gripping strategies and solid transitions to ground work. His last opponent was his toughest but again his drop Seoinage proved to be the weapon he needed this in conjunction with a very strong hold down was enough to take him to a well earned Gold🥇
So 7 entries with 3 Golds 1 Silver and 3 Bronzes was a great day out for all of us.

Thanks to the parents that gave up their time in support of their children today.

Thanks to Dave Cole from me and all us for his coaching and moral support.
Finally a big thank you to Jon Purssey and Core Judo for a great competition.

Please post any photos or videos you may have in the comments section

21/06/2026

Marcos Santana

With 36 black belts attending the randori session at High Wycombe Judo Centre tonight there was one humble orange belt this is him and this is his record.....

UAEJJF Abu Dhabi Grand Slam No-Gi Champion (2017 Master 1)
CBJJE International X-Combat Champion (2011)
IBJJF British National No-Gi Champion (2017)
IBJJF British National Champion (2017)
IBJJF Manila Open No-Gi Champion (2017* Master 1)
UAEJJF Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 2nd Place (2017 Master 1)
IBJJF European Open 2nd Place (2017 Master 1)
IBJJF Manila No-Gi Open 2nd Place (2017 Master 1)
UAEJJF Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 2nd Place (2018 Master 1)
FJJ-Rio Rio de Janeiro State League 2nd Place (2011)
UAEJJF Asian No-Gi Cup 2nd Place (2013)
IBJJF European No-Gi Open 3rd Place (2017 Master 1)
IBJJF European Open 3rd Place (2018 Master 1)
IBJJF Masters European Open 3rd Place (2018 Master 1)

05/06/2026

To any judoka 9 years or older this a great opportunity don't miss it.
I have booked all 5 days but you are able to book one day or multiple days if you wish the booking link is here:-

https://pinewoodevents.fillout.com/htseminar2026

"We are incredibly excited to welcome Hidemasa Tanaka to Pinewood Judo Club this July for what promises to be one of the most valuable training opportunities offered this year.

This is far more than just a camp.

This is a rare opportunity for our players to experience authentic Japanese judo coaching, culture, movement, discipline, and detail from someone who has competed and coached at the very highest level of the sport.

Over the 5 days, sessions will now be structured as:

🥋 Two 90-minute technical training sessions per day
☕ 1-hour break between sessions for recovery, food, and reset
🕙 Training running daily between 10am–2pm

Players will benefit from:
• Japanese technical detail and movement
• High-level coaching methods and training culture
• Technical development for all grades and abilities
• Newaza and standing technical progression
• Competition mindset and habits
• Learning in a serious but supportive environment
• Exposure to a completely different style of coaching and delivery

For many judoka, opportunities like this can genuinely change their direction and motivation within the sport.

The biggest improvements in judo often come from consistent exposure over several days, not just one session, so please seriously consider attending as much as possible.

Spaces are limited so respond via the link ASAP.

We would welcome players from any club to join these sessions."

31/05/2026

Bishops Stortford Judo Club
Under 8's 30th May

Daniel Romano
Rook Bateson
Masie Kavanagh
Emily Scott
Bennie Webb
Jax Robinson
Mark Molodcov

Dave Cole and myself had a lovely day out yesterday with our under 8's.
Bishops Stortford Judo provided their usual welcome, with an excellent warm up section that worked well in putting the young judoka at ease.
The format worked well with a number of 4 or 5 person pools.
7 of Judo School's under 8's were in action with Lillie Scott and Rook Bateson making their competition debuts.
They share a natural affinity for judo and put in a great effort, winning, losing and drawing contests, they both gained useful experience and looked comfortable in what can sometimes be an overwhelming situation!
Masie Kavanagh
has grown in confidence and capability winning 2 contests with good Ippon Seoinage and O Soto Otoshi and great transitions into ne waza.
She lost 1 contest against a powerful opponent with a strong and effective collar grip. When we lose we learn, work to be done!

Daniel Romano
This was his 3rd competition, he overcame his nerves and was able to deliver the judo he uses in training. He won 3 contests with great movement and a wide range of throws and holds.
His 'happy dances' in the pauses in the contests was a great clue to how he has managed to put competition in perspective.... a great game (they were also really funny)!

Rook Bateson
Won 2 with excellent kuzushi (balance breaking) throws and ne waza despite his inexperience. He got caught with an enormous hip throw in one contest but in seconds had recovered his composure and was smiling as he walked off the mat.
A great competition mindset!

Mark Molodcov
Won 2 lost 1
Mark has shown good improvement in his judo, he really wants to win and was not at all happy to lose his first contest, particularly as he had his opponent in a hold down that he lost. He learned from this mistake and beat his next 2 opponents with very tight hold downs!

Bennie Webb
Lost 2 Drew 1
Bennie is a solid and competitive character who takes his judo seriously. despite his inexperience he fought well losing one to a capable opponent, lost another because he 'ran on' to his opponent. His third contest which was drawn was a shame as I had thought he was winning and asked him to defend a lead that he didn't have (shoot the coach)!

Jax Robinson
Won 2 lost 1.
Jax is a very tough cookie who seems to thrive in competition. His movement and use of kuzushi leaves his opponents falling without any obvious technique using his hands to steer them onto their backs. This frustrated one of his opponents causing him to lose his temper and the contest by disqualification.

Emily Scott
Drew 1 lost 2
Another very natural judoka with great balance and movement. She is inexperienced but not at all out of place in competition. As she gains experience she will learn to deliver in contest what she uses in training.

A big thank you to the parents who made the trip in support of their children as well as Dave for his coaching support, Joe Nunn, Nicole Nunn and BSJK for a great comp.

Please add any photos in the comment section thanks.

27/05/2026

A lovely visit by Charlie Cole to the intermediate class last night and a cracking session led by Dave and Charlie (with me cheering from the sidelines)!