Kumataka Bayswater Dōjō

23/09/2026

🥋 2026 KATA SEMINAR & DAN GRADING WORKSHOP 🥋

Judo WA is excited to welcome Mr Ernie Wakamatsu (5th Dan) to WA this November for a special weekend of kata development and Dan grading preparation!

An IJF Kata Judge and Chair of the Judo Australia Kata Commission, Ernie brings extensive expertise in kata performance, development and judging.

📅 6–8 November 2026

The program includes:

🔹 FRIDAY, 6 NOVEMBER
Advanced Katas – TBC
Further details to be announced.

🔹 SATURDAY, 7 NOVEMBER
📍 SouthWest Judo Academy, Port Kennedy
Katame-no-kata
11:00am–1:00pm & 2:30pm–5:00pm
⭐ Includes Katame-no-kata Judging Certification

🔹 SUNDAY, 8 NOVEMBER
📍 SouthWest Judo Academy, Port Kennedy
Nage-no-kata
10:00am–12:00pm – Sets 4–5
1:30pm–4:00pm – Sets 1–3

🥋 A Dan Grading Workshop will also run concurrently with the kata program across Saturday and Sunday, focusing primarily on the non-kata components of Dan grading preparation.

Judoka preparing for their next Dan grade should prioritise the kata sessions applicable to their grading requirements.

Whether you're preparing for a grading, developing your kata, pursuing kata judging accreditation or simply looking to expand your technical knowledge, this is a fantastic opportunity to learn from one of Australia's leading kata experts.

👉 Full details & registration:
https://www.judowa.org.au/calendar/2026-kata-seminar-dan-grading-workshop

19/08/2026

The yellow belts keep coming - congratulations to Helen and Patrick on your promotions! 🔥 All belt colours on the mat at Baysie Dojo this week.

11/08/2026

Another yellow belt in the dojo - congratulations and well done Sam!

31/07/2026

A big congratulations to Bailey Martin for his solid, technical demonstration of the Judo yellow belt requirements. Sights are set for orange!

26/07/2026

Hiki fuse, from the Idori kata in Sosuishi-ryu Jujutsu. This technique includes atemi, joint manipulation, weapons disarm and immobilisation. It teaches combat psychology, and how to advance strategic advantage using the ‘ju’ principle and sound biomechanics to achieve a decisive outcome. #双水執流

22/07/2026

Fantastic to see Peter Williams Sensei and Wojtek Bagadzinski Sensei in Perth over the weekend, and welcome Peter Sensei at Bayswater Dojo for a solid start to the term.

30/06/2026

Another Kumataka Dojo member, Rodrigo, at Kodokan last week.

03/06/2026

As we do every year, Kumataka Dojos has a team pushing up to raise funds in support of mental health research, education and community building in Australia. Your support is greatly appreciated, and if you would like to donate you can do so via this link:
https://www.thepushupchallenge.com.au/donate?t=123098&a=35 🙏🙏

3,307 push-ups in 24 days. 3-26 June 2026. Level up your physical and mental fitness while making a difference to the mental health of all Australians.

30/05/2026

Gabriel Dayeh Sensei, head instructor at Kumataka St George Dojo was presented with his certificate for sanmokuroku in Sosuishi-ryu Jujutsu today. Thank you to Sh*tama Sensei for your continued support and sincere congratulations Gabriel on this significant achievement.