English Closed Championships
A tough day on the tatami for Keira, finishing with 2 wins and 2 losses, and adding a few more arms to her collection along the way!
But competition isn't just about the wins and losses.
It’s about stepping onto the tatami, testing yourself against someone who wants exactly the same thing, and having the courage to learn from every exchange.
Today gives us more knowledge, more experience and more things to work on.
We review.
We develop.
We adapt.
And we come back stronger.
The result is only a snapshot. The development is the journey.
Keira is an amazing talent with so much potential. Keep turning every experience into progress.
Back to the dojo.
Back to work.
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Northampton Judo Club
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Practice times. ABOUT US
Northampton Judo Club is part of the British Judo Association structure and was established many years ago.
Monday - Judo
18:30 - 19:30 Juniors
19:30 - 21:30 Seniors
Tuesday - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
18.00 - 19.30 JitzJudo
Wednesday
Thursday - Judo
18:30 - 19:30 Juniors
19:30 - 21:30 Seniors
Friday - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
18.00 - 19.30 JitzJudo Over the years it has developed into an active, family friendly club for adults and kids. Through Northampton Judo Club, many players have excelled their Judo t
05/09/2026
A New Level of Expertise on Our Tatami
We’re incredibly proud to announce that Northampton Judo Club now has an IJF Coach on our tatami.
Congratulations to Imi Baricz on successfully completing the IJF Technical Course for Coaches.
This is a fantastic achievement and another step forward for the club. Having IJF-level coaching expertise within our club gives our members access to high-level technical knowledge while continuing to develop the strong fundamentals and values that underpin our Judo.
🇬🇧 Northampton Judo Club
🥋 Tradition. Development. Excellence.
Our club. Our tatami. Our Judo.
Keira - Taiotoshi Kesa Gatame Breakdown
Keira Taiotoshi Breakdown
Keira Ogoshi - Mune Gatame Breakdown
Keira Ogoshi Breakdown
02/09/2026
1 week to go for our Beginners Judo Course
Next week is grading week!
Fantastic effort this evening from everyone. Sensei has done an amazing job coaching this team up to this point.
The hard work is done, and from what I observed this evening, these guys will fly through
02/09/2026
LEARN TO FALL SAFELY
Move Confidently. Stay Independent.
Do you know someone aged 65 or over who could benefit from learning how to fall safely?
A simple fall can change someone's life. But falls aren't just about what happens when you hit the ground — there are skills we can develop before, during and after a fall that can help reduce the risk of injury and build confidence.
Northampton Judo Club is proud to offer an 8-week Falls Prevention & Safe Falling Course, designed specifically for adults aged 65+.
Over the 8 weeks, you'll learn how to:
✅ Improve balance and coordination
✅ Build confidence in everyday movement
✅ Reduce your risk of falling
✅ Learn safe falling techniques
✅ Move safely on the floor and get back up after a fall
This is NOT a martial arts class.
It's a gentle, supportive programme with no previous Judo experience required.
And you'll be learning from two of Northamptonshire's most experienced Judo coaches:
🥋 Brian Atkins (5th Dan) — Founder & Chairman, Northampton Judo Club, with 50+ years of Judo experience and two-time British Masters Champion.
🥋 David Tompkins (5th Dan) — Senior Examiner & BJA National Referee.
Together, they bring over 100 years of accumulated Judo experience.
📅 Starting Thursday 10th September 2026
🕒 Thursday afternoons
📍 Northampton Judo Club – NN4 8DG
👥 Adults aged 65+
📆 8-week course
💙 If you have a parent, grandparent, relative, friend or neighbour who you feel could benefit, please get in touch and book a place.
Don't wait for a fall to change your life. Learn how to respond safely before it happens.
📧 [email protected]
LEARN TO FALL SAFELY. MOVE CONFIDENTLY. STAY INDEPENDENT.
31/08/2026
Congratulations
Day 1 complete of your IJF Coaching Program
24/08/2026
Don't forget
We have a new course starting next month.
This one is designed specifically for those who are vulnerable from falling.
If you have someone in your family who would benefit from learning to fall safely, please let them know or feel free to contact us to book a place
[email protected]
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Learn to Fall Safely
An 8-Week Falls Prevention & Safe Falling Course for Adults Aged 65+
Thursday afternoons starting 10th September 2026
A simple fall can change your life. Learning how to respond safely could help you stay active, confident and independent for longer.
Learn to Fall Safely, from Northampton Judo Club, is an 8-week course designed specifically for adults aged 65 and over. Using the proven principles of Judo, the programme teaches practical, evidence-based skills to help you move with confidence and respond more safely **before, during and after a fall**.
What will you learn?
* Improve balance and coordination
* Build confidence in everyday movement
* Reduce your risk of falling
* Learn safe falling techniques to help minimise injury
* Learn how to move safely on the floor and get back up after a fall
This is not a martial arts class. It is a gentle, supportive programme designed specifically for adults aged 65+, with no previous Judo or martial arts experience required.
The course is delivered by two of Northamptonshire's most experienced Judo coaches. Brian Atkins (5th Dan), Founder & Chairman of Northampton Judo Club, and David Tompkins (5th Dan), Senior Examiner and BJA National Referee. Together they bring over 100 years of accumulated Judo experience.
Course Details
📅 Starting Thursday 10th September 2026
🕒 Thursday afternoons
📍 Northampton Judo Club, NN4 8DG
👥 Adults aged 65+
🥋 8-week course
No previous experience required
If you have a parent, grandparent, relative, friend or neighbour aged 65 or over who you feel could benefit from learning these skills, we'd love to hear from you.
Book your place or register your interest today.
Northampton Judo Club
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https://www.northamptonjudo.com/learn-to-fall-program-2
📧 [email protected]
Move confidently. Fall more safely. Stay independent.
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Opening Hours
| Monday | 6:30pm - 7:30pm |
| 7:45pm - 9:30pm | |
| Tuesday | 6pm - 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 6pm - 7:30pm |
| Thursday | 6:30pm - 7:30pm |
| 7:45pm - 9:30pm | |
| Friday | 6pm - 7:30pm |