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EUROKWAI
Oriental Martial Arts Est. 1976
Our Judo classes are for children only - age 7 upwards
What are the benefits of practising Judo at Eurokwai?
- learn a real martial art
- build confidence
- make new friends
- have fun
In 1882 the first ever Judo training school, The Kodokan, was formed in Tokyo, Japan, by Dr. Jigaro Kano , an expert in a number of ancient combat arts, who foresaw a requirement for a system of character and health development. Judo, translated into English, means the "Gentle Way" and in its original form is an excellent method of training and all round development. Judo was created from Ancient Jujitsu fighting techniques.
Modern Judo is now an Olympic sport practised all over the world. Unfortunately it bears little resemblance to the original creation of Dr. Kano. Here at the Eurokwai Judo Club in Egham, we maintain the original aims of this ancient art by adhering to Dr. Kano's original precepts. In doing so we enjoy regular visits from highly respected Japanese Masters, also our Instructors are fully trained in the traditional way. The Eurokwai organisation does not subscribe to the modern style of Judo as practised by sporting organisations.
Weekly lessons on Friday evenings and Saturday afternoons.
Also Easter and Summer Courses for Club Members.
Eurokwai’s childrens Judo classes are held at Egham Leisure Centre, Vicarage Road, Egham, Surrey, TW20 8NL
For beginners we operate a 12 lesson Foundation Course, at the conclusion of which students are presented with a certificate, club badge, and undertake their first grading after which they are invited to take up full membership. A suit is loaned to students for the duration of the course.
Judo Suit (known as a Gi - pronounced ‘gee’)
Suits are avaiable via the Club
The Eurokwai Grading System is open to all children who have completed our Foundation Course. From the outset Eurokwai’s teaching system is focused on the following aspects of Judo development:-
- A brief history of the Art and Japanese terminology
- The importance of cleanliness, respect for others and discipline
- How to fall correctly, correct posture and movement
- The many techniques of throwing and holding
- Self Defence techniques for older students
- Conduct outside of Judo classes
Methodology :
Our system of teaching is unique to Eurokwai, built upon 36+ years of instruction, and is conducted in such a manner children enjoy their lessons in a totally safe environment. Less athletic students and/or those are affected by dyslexia or attention orientated conditions are all welcomed and are catered for without drawing attention to the individual’s condition.
The actual technical aspects of our Judo exclude dangerous techniques such as armlocking and strangling, which in our opinion should never be taught to children. Our entire Syllabus revolves around a safe method of throwing and holding, designed to promote health, confidence and an ability to defend oneself in an emergency situation.
Gradings :
Our grading system is conducted in such a manner that we are willing to accept a child from another organisation with whatever grade he/she has been awarded. However for health and safety reasons, and to comply with insurance requirements, they must complete our Foundation Course. Eurokwai conducts in-house gradings for students three times a year, with opportunities to win various awards.
Conversely, we accept that Eurokwai grading ranks may not be recognised by other organisations, especially by those whose main focus if on Sport Judo, which bears little resemblance to Eurokwai Judo.
JUDO MASTER - Sakujiro Yokoyama said :
“If you practise Judo as a sport
you are making a big mistake”
Ensuring the safety, welfare and progress of children attending classes is of paramount importance at Eurokwai, therefore set out below are a few points of information for parents:-
Children desirous of undertaking a Basic Judo Course will be required to watch a
whole lesson in the presence of their parents. This enables Club Instructors to
assess suitability, speak with the parents and to decide accordingly if the candidate
is a suitable person to be taught Judo. It also affords parents the opportunity of
examining club facilities and meeting Instructors.
All instructors have Criminal Records Bureau Clearance, and the Club’s Child Protection Officer is present at every lesson. Eurokwai and it’s instructors are certificated by the Martial Arts Standards Agency.
All students should be personally escorted to and from the Judo Dojo by a parent
or guardian. Eurokwai will not accept responsibility for any child who is left by
a parent to walk unescorted to and/or from the Club premises.
Eurokwai Code of Conduct:-
- Respect all people especially parents, teachers and the elderly.
- Refrain from fighting unless in self-defence.
- Concentrate on the correct development of your Judo.
- Do not worry about winning or losing.
- Be kind and thoughtful at all times.
- Act in a safe, responsible manner whilst engaging in Club activities.
- Abide by the instructions of Club Instructors.
JUDO
Classes at Eurokwai
Dr Jigaro Kano
Judo Master
Sakujiro Yokoyama
Said:
“If you practise Judo as a sport you are making a big mistake”
Chairman’s Statement - Rules and Regulations for Students
Our Mission at Eurokwai is for all students to enjoy their studies and to assist their development into positive respectful human beings, to become a credit to their families and society. This can only be achieved if we maintain a disciplined, safe environment in which students (especially children) are safe and free from health and safety hazards.
To succeed with our Mission the following rules and regulations apply to all students:-
1. Please be clean and tidy, in particular :
a) short clean finger and toe nails
b) well groomed appropriate length hair
c) girls with long hair - please tie back
d) no jewellery to be worn
e) clean suit
2. Important to arrive on time.
3. Bow when entering/leaving the Dojo and walking on/off the mat. Also bow to each Partner before and after practising.
4. When addressing Instructors always use either of the following forms of address :
a) Sensei
b) Mr/Miss Murray
Please do not refer to any instructor, or Club Official by their forenames.
5. No talking when being taught by Instructors.
6. Judo techniques must never be used outside of the Dojo (training studio), especially not at school in the playground.
7. Higher grades should always respect and assist lower grades, under no circumstances will bullying or showing off
be tolerated.
8. Whilst every effort should be made to attend regularly, in the interests of health and safety please do not attend
if suffering from flu, colds or any form of physical injury.
9. Please report any injury incurred at a lesson.
10. Parents/students please report any medical treatment a student may be undergoing.
11. When undergoing Judo training, listen carefully to Instructors and carry out their instructions immediately.
12. Parents must not allow their children to wander around the Sports Centre unaccompanied. It is imperative that
all children are delivered and collected from the Studio.
13. In order to maintain uniformity and standardisation of Judo development we regret we are not prepared to accept
into the club students who are practising at another club, whose health and safety practises may differ from our own.
14. The style of Judo taught at Eurokwai is based on traditional Ju-Jutsu, which in its entirety is an effective form of
self defence. However, for health and safety reasons we do not teach advanced techniques to younger members.
15. On reaching the age of 15 years any Club member holding the rank of Brown Belt, 1st Kyu, can be considered
for promotion to 1st Dan Junior Black Belt.
16. A Junior Black Belt can on reaching 18 years of age apply for promotion to Senior Black Belt.
17. Junior students of 15 years plus who feel they have outgrown the Junior Class can apply for transfer to the
Karate-Jutsu class which is a natural continuation of Judo Training.
18. Students who attend regularly are free to attend grading examinations every three months.
19. Those who do not attend regularly will not be allowed to grade.
20. Any breach of these rules or other bad conduct can result in termination of membership. In any event
Eurokwai reserves the right to terminate membership without explanation. Be that as it may every effort will
be made to explain such a course of Action.
Judo Master
Sakujiro Yokoyama
G. Koizumi, 7th Dan
"The Father of
British Judo"