The application process is now open for this year’s 1^st4Sport Level 3 in Coaching Judo (formerly UKCC).

We will deliver the learning programme over three-weekend blocks, with some modules being delivered between the blocks online.

Dates:

Block 1: 31 May/01 June 2025

Block 2: 12/13 July 2025

Block 3: 04/05 October 2025

Venue:

St Albans Judo Club

Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre

Batchwood Drive

St Albans

Hertfordshire

AL3 5XA

Fee: £550.00 (BJA Members non-BJA Members £600.00 see note)

Note:This course normally costs £1,000, but the BJA is providing a subsidy for all candidates.

Closing Date: 28 May 2025

Minimum Requirements

All candidates must:

• be at least 20 years of age
• hold a minimum of grade 1^st Dan

BJA members must hold a current BJA Level 2 or BJA Level 3 Coach Award (non BJA members must hold a UKCC Level 2 Award).

The 1^st4sport Level 3 in Coaching Judo looks at developing coaches who wish to improve their coaching skill regardless of the participant groups they coach. The programme focuses on a holistic approach that will explore the competitive, technical, tactical, physical, and psychological as they apply to the lifestyle needs of the judoka.

We are looking for coaches with several years’ experience who coach regularly who have an appetite for learning and a desire for self-improvement.

Currently valid BJA Level 2 and BJA Level 3 Coaches are eligible to apply to be considered for this programme if they fully meet the eligibility requirements. Coaches from other judo organisations are eligible to apply to be considered for this programme if they fully meet the eligibility requirements and hold a 1^st4sport Level 2 in Coaching Judo.

BJA coaches may get help with funding and they should contact their local BJA Regional Support/Club Officer for advice. Apply early to guarantee a place on the learning programme.

Send enquiries to Joyce Heron, BJA Head of Education & Training at joyce.heron@britishjudo.org.uk or on 07967 773813 (office hours).