The Mid Sussex Martial Arts School

12/06/2026

On Wednesday evening MSMAS Senpai George attended a fantastic 40-Strong Senior Randori night hosted by Dynamic Judo and had a brilliant time!
Many thanks to Sensei Sam Werrett and all at Dynamic Judo for such a great opportunity. We look forward to the next one 💪

Outstanding evening tonight, with 40 on the mat for randori night 🔥
19 Dan grades and 21 Kyu grades.
Absolutely fantastic attendance and effort!
See you at the next one?

Great to see judoka from other clubs, including Pinewood, Keisen, Brighton, Lewes, Westerleigh, Croydon, Hollington, and Mid Sussex ❤️

11/06/2026

Friend of the Dojo Sensei Neil Bartholomew pays a visit

Our Senior Judo session welcomed a visit from New Cross Martial Arts’ Sensei Neil Bartholomew this week.

Renshi James Bibby started the session with some Ne Waza drills before passing the reins to Sensei Neil who led the group into some Shimi Waza and Kansetsu Waza. The evening moved on to Tachi Waza, looking at an O-Goshi/Uke-Goshi variation from a controlling over the shoulder Grip in Uchi Komi practice.

It’s been lovely having this series of visits from friends near and far supporting the Dojo recently; and sharing the tatami with Sensei Neil once again at our Honbu Dojo, gifting our Senior Judoka a different perspective on Judo, reminding us that learning Judo is never linear.

Thanks for coming Sensei Neil, and we look forward to seeing you again next time.

03/06/2026

A Night of Sensei Nic Dawson

“Oh what a night,” a programme packed full of nostalgia.

The programme:

* Partner style Warm up Drills
* Light Ne Waza randori
* Basic Ne Waza Drills including turn overs
* Tachi Waza: Sode Tsuri Komi Goshi
* ⁠Combination of O Uchi Gari, Ko Uchi Gari & O Soto Gari
* Uchi Komi
* “3x Man” Power Uchi Komi drills

In a Judo world constantly changing and seemingly full of a lot of ‘new’, here at MSMAS we remember our Kihon Waza - Basic or Foundational Techniques and formats that are timeless. We went over a lot of what was done in the Dojo during 1980s. A lot that is still relevant to today.

It’s is nights like these we are reminded, “Ichi-go Ichi-e.” One moment, One Time. No two weeks are the same here at MSMAS, helping us to appreciate each encounter, each experience.

Thanks Sensei Nic for another unforgettable night of Judo, and a really good work out!

02/06/2026

‼️ TONIGHT‼️

Looking forward to this 🤩

Don’t miss out 😃

Following the success of our Summer Training, next week the Dojo will see an evening of 80’s style Judo and training with the return of our very own Sensei Nic Dawson taking the mat once again.

You won’t want to miss it!

30/05/2026

BJA Club Membership for 2026-2027 Completed ✅

Here at The Mid Sussex Martial Arts School, we are proud to bring traditional Budo disciples from Japan, including Judo.

We teach Juniors from the age of 8 to 15, and Seniors from 16 and over, by qualified Coaches and Instructors with a wealth of experience and knowledge.

Send us a message for more information

27/05/2026

Following the success of our Summer Training, next week the Dojo will see an evening of 80’s style Judo and training with the return of our very own Sensei Nic Dawson taking the mat once again.

You won’t want to miss it!

27/05/2026

A night of Sensei Simon Mitchell and Natsu Geiko (夏稽古)

On the Hottest Day in May on record, and despite it being Half Term school holidays, last Night’s Senior Judo session was packed with quality.

The first 45 minutes of the session was led by long term Honorary Member Sensei Simon Mitchell, taking us through the technical competitive aspects of Judo and the importance of grips and foot sweeps.

The last 45 minutes of the session was led by Renshi James Bibby, guiding us through Natsu Geiko (夏稽古).
This literally translates to “Summer Training” or “Summer Practice” in Japan, referring to a period of intense, rigorous physical conditioning or Martial Arts practice undertaken typically during the hottest months of the year.
And with the temperatures reaching as high as 35°C last night, we just had to jump at the chance of experiencing Natsu Geiko.

For our Natsu Geiko, we kept it simple with non-stop Uchi Komi with throwing on the 10th rep, using throws known to our Judoka.

All under the guidance of Sensei Simon and our YuDansha, making sure everyone was well during our intense endurance training.

26/05/2026

MSMAS visits Lewes Bridgeview Judo Club

A few of our Junior Judoka enjoyed a visit to Lewes Bridgeview over the Bank Holiday Weekend, accompanied by Sensei Little Chris.

Many thanks to Sensei Dave Fielding who led the hard working session, including a bit of randori.

20/05/2026

Many Congratulations to long standing Honorary MSMAS member Dr Llyr Jones who has been appointed to the British Judo Association Board of Directors as a Non-Executive Director.

Dr Jones has dedicated much of his life to judo as a competitor, coach, examiner, referee, and technical official. He is currently Chair of the British Judo Association Kata Commission and is recognised internationally for his contribution to kata development and judo scholarship.

A former senior international competitor and national kata medallist, Dr Jones is a DNBK 7th Dan, BJA 5th Dan, BJA Level 3 Coach, Senior Examiner, and National Kata Judge, having also trained extensively at the Kodokan in Japan.

Congratulations from all your MSMAS family.

https://www.britishjudo.org.uk/british-judo-welcomes-two-new-non-executive-directors/

06/05/2026

Fabulous session at the dojo last night with Dave Fielding and Jeff Newnham together with Archie. Had such a good time I forgot to take a picture 🤦‍♀️ but I will remember next time! You’re all welcome any time and we look forward to your next visit!