DNA - Craven Judo Academy

28/05/2026

Well Done to Seth & Kitty on the ratification of the 1st Dan!

The British Judo Association are pleased to congratulate the judoka who have received a Dan Grading promotion in April 2026!

25/05/2026

🚨 Craven Judo Holiday Timetable 🚨

Please remember we are running on our school holiday timetable this week; with sessions on Tuesday & Friday only.

🥋 Kano Kidz
5.30pm - 6.30pm

🥋 Junior Judo
6.30pm - 7.30pm

🥋 Academy Judo
7.30pm - 9.30pm

We look forward to seeing everyone on the mat this week at Craven Judo Academy 👊

17/05/2026

07/05/2026

🕘 WEIGH-IN TIMES CONFIRMED 🥋

We’re looking forward to welcoming everyone to the DNA Judo Lake District Open Championships this Sunday in partnership with Kendal Judo Club 👊

Please make sure fighters arrive in good time for their weigh-in slot.

WEIGH-IN TIMES

9:00am – Event 1U12 Low Grade

11:15am – Events 2 & 3U12 High Grade & U16 Low Grade

12:15pm – Events 4 & 5U16 High Grade & Senior Kyu Grade

1:45pm – Events 6, 7 & 8Senior 1st Kyu & Above & All Masters

⏰ Contests begin at 10:00am

Please ensure all fighters bring a valid licence and arrive ready for weigh-in wearing judogi bottoms and a t-shirt.

Please note; we are still accepting entries, but late entry fees now apply.

Online entry 👇https://bit.ly/4toMd7P

Safe travels everyone; see you on the mat 👊

03/05/2026

⏳ FINAL 48 HOURS – STANDARD ENTRY PRICE

Standard entry for the DNA Judo Lake District Open Championships closes at 23:59 on Tuesday 5th May 2026.

A proper development event; meaningful matches, fair groupings, and the right environment to improve. Delivered in partnership with Kendal Judo Club.

No need to message to check entries in your category; if we can only offer limited competitive opportunities, we’ll call you to discuss options and offer a refund if needed.

Entry analysis takes place Wednesday; weigh-in times and any necessary calls will be made Thursday.

Late entry pricing applies from Wednesday 6th May.

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

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

27/04/2026

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿English Open, Thetford; proper tests, strong performances. 🔥

Saturday saw us take a team to Thetford for the English Open for Minors & Pre-Cadets; a big step up in level and a brilliant test for our young fighters.

These are the kind of events that challenge you, sharpen you, and show where the next level is. Our players rose to it with some fantastic performances across the day.

🥈 Alfie Bernhardt – Minor Boys +73kg
🥉 Noah Harper – Minor Boys -50kg
🥉 Lexie Newton – Pre-Cadet Girls -57kg
5️⃣ Orla Spencer – Pre-Cadet Girls -52kg
7️⃣ Patrick Peak – Pre-Cadet Boys -50kg

A special mention to Patrick, who moved up to a new weight category and was involved in some absolute wars all day; showing huge courage and determination against bigger opposition.

Shout out to Lexie too, who after plenty of near misses throughout the start of the year finally got across the line to bring home her first medal in the -57kg category. A brilliant reward for sticking at it and continuing to improve.

Sometimes a medal; always a lesson.

Proud of every single one of them for stepping up, competing hard, and representing the club the right way. 🔥🥋

FutureChampions SometimesAMedalAlwaysALesson

27/04/2026

🥋⚫️ Black Belt Success at Leigh ⚫️🥋

A brilliant day yesterday at the North West Area Dan Grading at Leigh Judo Club as we took a team chasing the next level; and came home with two new Dan grades.

🔥 Seth Webster stepped up in style to secure his 1st Dan after winning his line out with 5 victories on the day. An outstanding display that included 4 ippon scoring throws and an arm lock submission win. Proper dominant judo when it mattered most.

🔥 Kitty Brennand then finished the job to earn her Dan grade, winning two contests by ippon to collect the final 20 points she needed. A fantastic achievement and fully deserved after all the hard work put in over time.

👏 Great effort too from Matthew Eglin-Staveley, who won his opening two contests to qualify for the line up and added another 20 points towards his own Dan journey.

👏 Gary Bentley & Ethan Cross also stepped on the mat and gave everything in a tough grading environment. No points this time; but respect to anyone willing to test themselves at this level.

Days like this are built on years of graft, consistency and courage. Proud of the whole team.

LeighJudoClub EarnedNotGiven

21/04/2026

⛰️ 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

27/03/2026

Tonight’s Schedule Update 📣

We’ve made a couple of small changes to this evening’s sessions;

Junior Judo grading will start 30 minutes later than usual; but will still run for a full hour from 7–8pm 👍

Academy & Adult Judo will be combined from 8:30–9:45pm. Younger players are welcome to join Junior Judo 7–8pm and stay on for a bit before heading off early if needed.

Thanks for your understanding; see you on the mat 👊