Classes

Classes are structured to teach you the approved Judo techniques from the Judo New Zealand curriculum. Progress is measured by different coloured belts to signify you have learned the necessary techniques and are able to perform them at the appropriate level. Click here to find out about the different grades and the syllabus for each level.

Changes to classes will be first announced on our facebook page so please regularly to make sure you are not missing out on any updates.

We have 2 levels of classes - Junior and Senior.

Dojo

We train at the Woodleigh Sports Club

43 Fernleigh Street, Ferndale, New Plymouth 4310

Uniform

We practice Judo in a uniform called a Judogi. The club has some Judogi available to borrow for the first three lessons if you don't have a Judogi of their own.

Once you become a member, you will be required to have your own Judogi. You can either purchase these from the club or purchase your own. Contact info@npajudo.org if you have any queries.

Coaches

Head Coach - Gerhardus (Ged) Jacobs (2nd Dan)

Coach - Eruera (Eru) Ranger (1st Dan)

Bill Vincent 7th Dan (former club member), Bailey Coleman , Ged Jacobs (coach), Danny Hall

Dojo Etiquette

Proper observance of etiquette is as much a part of your training as is learning techniques. Please take the following guidelines seriously.

Bow when entering or leaving the mats.
Wear shoes when you are not on the mats. Do not wear shoes on the mat.
Be on time for class. If you do happen to arrive late, sit quietly in seiza on the edge of the mat until the instructor grants permission to join practice.
If you should have to leave the mat or dojo for any reason during class, approach the instructor and ask permission.
Avoid sitting on the mat with your back to the centre of the mat. Be aware of what's going on at all times. Also, do not lean against the walls or sit with your legs stretched out. (Either sit in seiza or cross- legged.)
Remove watches, rings and other jewelry before practice.
Do not bring food, gum, or beverages with you into the dojo.
Please keep your finger and toe nails cut short.
Please keep talking during class to a minimum. What conversation there is should be restricted to one topic -- Judo.
Carry out the directives of the instructor PROMPTLY. Do not keep the rest of the class waiting for you!
Do not engage in rough-housing or needless contests of strength during class.
Keep your training uniform clean, in good shape, and free of offensive odors.
Please pay your membership dues promptly. If, for any reason, you are unable to pay your dues on time, talk with the person in charge of dues collection. Sometimes special rates are available for those experiencing financial hardship.
Do not change your clothes on the mat.
Remember that you are here to learn, and not to gratify your ego. An attitude of receptivity and humility (though not obsequiousness) is therefore advised.
Preserve common-sense standards of decency and respect at all times.

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