The Parks judo club
From Beginners to Champions: Nurturing Talent and Achieving Excellence Since 1998
Founded in 1998 by head coach Duncan Stewart, The Parks Judo Club caters for every age and ability, from the recreational keep-fit player to international competitors. Our players have represented club and country at European Championships, Junior Olympics, and National Championships, and our junior programme is busy week in, week out.
Meet the Team
Duncan Stewart
Head Coach and founder of the club. Involved in coaching for over 30 years now ( and judo much longer) producing many top players through out the years from local, National & International level
Level 2 Coach
Gavin Wood
Assistant Coach and been involved with the club for many years now, Gavin is always there to assist and having competed at Local & National Level he is more than capable to help bring players on
Level 1 Coach
Maka Dzamukashvili
Maka Dzamukashvili is The Parks Judo Club Welfare Officer.
Maka has been involved with the club for many years as a parent of 3 of our players
Club Welfare Officer
Ages 4–5
Judo Tots
The Monkeys
A fun introduction to judo for our youngest players. We work on balance and co-ordination in a relaxed atmosphere, introducing the FUNdamentals while making new friends and building confidence.
Sessions
Saturday
9.30am – 10.30am
Wednesday
4.30pm – 5.30pm
Ages 6–7
Panthers
Building the basics
Builds on the Tots programme — balance and co-ordination plus more judo skills, including basic breakfalls and an introduction to throws. Great for discipline, confidence and friendships.
Sessions
Saturday
9.30am – 10.30am
Wednesday
4.30pm – 5.30pm
Ages 8-15
Juniors
Skill, fitness & competition
For competitive and recreational players alike. We build skill base and fitness, introducing competition for those keen on the competitive side, while offering tailored instruction to those treating it as a more social pursuit.
Sessions
Monday
5.45pm – 6.45pm
Wednesday
6.00pm – 7.30pm
Friday
6.00pm – 7.30pm
Ages 14+
Seniors
Recreational & competitive
For the 14+ player. We build a strong base covering movement and gripping patterns, introducing armlocks and strangles to the programme. A fantastic workout and a great way to meet new people.
Sessions
Monday
7.30pm – 9.00pm
Thursday
7.30pm – 9.00pm
Ages 8+
Battlefit
Strength & conditioning
For our junior and senior players who need additional strength and conditioning. Loosely based on the CrossFit model, Battlefit builds stamina, endurance and flexibility to keep your body in tip-top shape. Initially by invitation, the programme will continue to expand.
Sessions
Saturday
10:30am start
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