We have now released our 2018 Judo NSW Events calendar with a full range of participation opportunities for Judo NSW members.
2018 starts with the 20th Illawarra International Training Camp across four days (18-21 Jan). In February there are a range of tournaments including club level, the BBR Kosen (4 Feb), and the 2018 ACT International (17-18 Feb) a NSW state selection event.
Please check out our Judo NSW web calendar for the latest updates and to keep up-to-date with any changes.
In 2018 there will be 25+ tournaments (excluding the National Titles & other State Opens etc) across NSW including; Sydney Metro, Illawarra, Central Coast, Hunter, Western and North Coast Regions.
The peak Judo NSW Tournaments for 2018 include the State Titles (7-8 April) and the Sydney International (23 Sep).
Over 45% of our tournaments will be regional events including Regional Opens in the Central Coast, Hunter, Western, and North Coast regions. To assist with regional development, Judo NSW is investing in another set of IJF tournament mats that will be available for transport to regional events.
Judo NSW will continue to invest in athlete development programs including; the Junior Development Squad, State Training Camps, and our annual Nationals Training Program.
In addition to the above, Judo NSW will also continue to lead in the areas of Gradings, Kata, NCAS Coaching, Referee, Special Needs, and Club development with a range of seminars and courses.
Naturally the 2018 calendar is subject to change on an ‘as needs’ basis so please keep an eye on our web calendar for updates and changes.
2018 State Selection Tournaments
The following tournaments will be used as a basis for selection and entry to the 2018 NSW State Squad.
- ACT Open (17-18 February)
- QLD Open (9-11 March)
- Melbourne Open (16-18 March)
- Illawarra International (25 March) – KYU Grades only
- NSW Kata Titles – (7 April)
- NSW State Titles – (8 April)
- Central Coast Open (22 April)
Athletes are required to compete in a minimum of two (2) of the available selection tournaments to be eligible for 2018 State Squad.
Participation in the 2018 NSW State Titles is compulsory except for athletes that wish to only compete in the KYU Grades category.
Final entry to the NSW State Team and participation at the 2018 National Titles will also be based on active participation in the State Squad Training Program and other criteria as determined by the State Coaches (in consultation with the Judo NSW Board).
Our 2018 Nationals training program is currently scheduled to commence in early May however this will be subject to further review and confirmation by the 2018 State Coaching Team.
2018 Illawarra International Training Camp – 18-21 Jan 2018
This 20th Illawarra International Camp (18-21 Jan) is a key preparation training camp for NSW judo competitors looking to do well at the ACT Open and other national level tournaments in 2018.
Junior (U12s, U15s & U18 Cadets) Development Squad Training Session – Sat 3 Feb 2-5:00PM
These Junior Development Training Session are designed for Junior Athletes (U12s, U15s & U18 Cadets) planning to join the 2018 NSW State Squad and participating in the National Titles and other national (and international) level tournaments during 2018.
Athlete Testing will be conducted followed by a general training (randori) session. This session will be a great primer for the upcoming ACT, QLD and Melbourne Opens.
Our Junior Development Coordinators will provide instruction on the techniques and technical drills that will be practised at state squad sessions as we prepare for the 2018 National Titles.
Club Coaches are also encouraged to attend to ensure they are across the techniques and drills that their junior athletes will focussing on at state squad sessions.
BBR 2018 Kosen Tournament – Sun 4 Feb 2018
The Black Belt Register (BBR) is the technical advisory body for Judo NSW and will conduct this event including Men, Womens and ‘teams’ categories. Note the individual categories are ‘opens’ (ie no separate weight & grade categories).
The tournament uses IJF rules for scoring and penalties in Tachi Waza and Kosen rules in Ne Waza (which allows for continuation of the contest when the competitors ‘go to groundwork’).
Online Entries Close Midnight Wed 31 Jan 2018.
Tiger Do Junior (U9s, U12s & U15s) Tournament – Sun 4 Feb 2018
The Tiger Do Junior Tournament is for Novice & Advanced Mons (U9s), Junior Boys & Girls (U12s), and Senior Boys & Girls (U15s). The Tournament will feature two mat areas. Click on the link below to view & download the Tournament Notice.
All further enquiries to <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected] or call 0429568046.
Kata’rific Klinic – 10-11 Feb
This is a joint Judo NSW and JFAQ event to improve regional Kata. The event will be conducted at the Gold Coast PCYC and will be led by NSW State Kata Coaches – Dale Keogh and Ernie Wakamatsu.
Hunter Region Championships Sun 11 Feb
These tournaments feature competition skills focused warm-ups, teaching of competition rules and a friendly team event.
The day is designed to provide more mat time and experience than a standard competition.
2018 ACT International – 17-18 Feb
This is a selection tournament for the 2018 NSW State Squad.
The Judo Federation of Australia (JFA) will also hold a three-day camp following the 2018 ACTIO. This camp will include at least one session on the 2018 IJF Rules.
This camp is open to all JFA Member Organisations and to all IJF Affiliated Organisations who are Cadets or above.
Contact <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected] for further information. Online registration is available at form.jotform.co/72750456084863.