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What is LC Judo?
LC Judo Club operates as a registered non-profit society. None of the board members or instructors are paid for their time. We started this club in September of 2020. Yep, right in the middle of the pandemic. It was born out of the ashes of The Bridgewater Judo Club which came after Bridgewater Judo Kwai. There has been an active judo club in the Bridgewater area for many decades!
Who are the people running LC Judo?
Our coaches
Dave Anderson, rokudan (6th degree back belt), certified Dojo Instructor
Jerry Deveau, nidan (2nd degree black belt) , member of provincial grading board, certified Dojo Instructor
Corey Rogers, shodan (1st degree black belt) , Dojo Instructor
Katharine Wile, nikyu (blue), Dojo Assistant
Angela Wareham, sankyu (green), future Dojo Assistant
The board of directors
Corey Rogers - president, board director
Katharine Wile - vice president, treasurer, board director
Angela Wareham - board director
Jerry Deveau - registrar, board director
Lynn Beck - secretary, board director
What do you teach?
We teach Kodokan Judo. This is a Japanese martial art that started in the 1880's. The goal is to throw and subdue someone but not harming them if possible. One of the main ways of doing this is using the most efficient method while using the least amount of energy. Using proper judo techniques, a smaller person can effectively throw a larger, unskilled person.
Our kid's classes teach the basics of judo and different ways of moving by playing games and simplistic drills. We emphasize listening to instructions and taking care of our fellow judoka.
The intermediate class follows similar training as the adults but with more intensity and a focus on competition. Judoka in this class don't have to compete but will learn how to do so.
The adult class starts with a good warm up and ukemi (break falls) before learning
The kata class on Sundays is where we learn the different prearranged forms of judo. Each has their different focus. Usually this is something that a judoka starts after a few years of general study. This is where you may see techniques that are not legal in competition but have practical applications.
When are classes?
Sunday: Kids Class 2 to 3PM, Intermediate and Adults Class 3 to 5PM, Kata 5 to 6PM.
Tuesday: Kid’s Class 5:30 to 6:30PM, Intermediate and Adult Students 6:30 to 8PM.
Thursday: Open Class 6:30PM to 8PM.
Where is the club located?
HB Studios Sports Centre
543 Glen Allen Rd, Bridgewater, Nova Scotia
Getting to the dojo: From the HB Studios Sports Centre front door. Turn left just past the doors and pass the four change rooms. Go through the door and remove outdoor shoes. Proceed along the short track toward the back of the building. You'll be able to see the mat area behind the soccer field. Turn right onto the edge of the soccer field to get to the dojo entrance.
Why should I join?
Why should I join?
A strong focus for the LC Judo Club is to learn new skills AND make new friends: This club is truly a family club. The club goes by the vision of FUN, FRIENDSHIP, FITNESS. Judo training provides for Physical Activity, Mental Wellness and Healthy Active Living, Sense of Belonging and Self-Defense.
How much?
How much?
The First Two classes are free to try and sign-ups are welcome all year long.
Annual Judo NS registration: $80.00
Monthly club fee: $50.00
Monthly club fee, additional family members: $30.00
Gradings; $10 for the new belt
Payment can be made via cash, cheque (made to: LC Judo Club), or e-transfer to lcjudoclub@gmail.com. Receipts will be given out on request.
What is the club's mailing address?
100 High Street, Suite 179
Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, B4V 1V9
How do I get a gi?
All students are responsible to buy a gi. It doesn't have to be new but must fit well and be clean and free of tears.
How do you get graded?
There are three principal factors for grading:
1) time in rank and attendance
2) attitude
3) skills you needed to know
We're following Judo Canada's 2021 grading syllabus. We also use a stripe system for our youngest judoka.
Who started judo?
Professor Jigoro Kano (also Kanō Jigorō). He's the guy in the picture at the dojo.
Why all the bowing?
As we are a Japanese martial art, we use a lot of Japanese customs. It's used as a sign of respect to the person you're bowing to. At the beginning of class, you'll hear the head student call out three bows: "sensei ni rei" which is bowing to the teachers/instructors, "Kano ni rei" which is where we show respect for the founder of judo, and "shomen ni rei"
How do I tell if a gi fits?
The jacket should overlap in the front like a bath robe. The sleeves should come up to the wrists when the arms are extended out to the front.
How do you wear a gi / How do you tie the belt?
When are classes?
Sunday: Kids Class 2 to 3PM, Intermediate and Adults Class 3 to 5PM, Kata 5 to 6PM.
Tuesday: Kid’s Class 5:30 to 6:30PM, Intermediate and Adult Students 6:30 to 8PM.
Thursday: Open Class 6:30PM to 8PM.
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