Judo

Hingham Judo is a registered training venue of Wymondham Judo Club which is a member club of the British Judo Association.

Judo is a full contact grappling sport originating in Japan and is practised worldwide and has been an Olympic Sport since 1972.

At our Hingham venue we have classes for children aged from 5 to 13yrs and for teenagers aged 14yrs+ and adults.  We have recreational players looking to improve their general fitness and progress through the grading system towards the coveted black belt as well as competitive players looking to reach their next level of competitive success.  We are an inclusive club and have members with different physical, educational, and emotional needs and there are defined progress pathways for players with visual impairment and adaptive needs.

All abilities from beginner to black belt welcome – first 2 sessions are free, wear loose long sleeved and long legged sports clothing

Opportunity to participate in local, regional, and national competitions including visually impaired and adaptive judo

Our coaches are registered coaches with the British Judo Association and all have clear DBS certificates, and First Aid and Safeguarding & Protecting Children training:

John Ellis, 5th dan black belt, National C referee, former GB squad member/international competitor and BJA/UKCC Level 2 Judo Coach
Jack Travis, 1st Dan black belt, BJA Level 1 Judo Coach

Further information about the sport and club can be found at: www.britishjudo.org.uk and www.wymondhamjudoclub.co.uk