Beginner-friendly • No experience required
Judo at Flinders — welcoming training for beginners and beyond.
Learn practical movement, safe falling skills, and confidence on the mat in a supportive environment. Students, staff, and community members welcome.
- Accredited coaching
- Safe, structured sessions
- Gi hire available
What is Judo?
Judo is a modern Japanese martial art and Olympic sport focused on balance, timing, and using technique rather than strength to throw an opponent. It is designed to be safe, inclusive, and suitable for beginners of all ages and fitness levels.
At Flinders, training emphasises breakfalls (ukemi), control, and mutual respect — helping members build confidence, fitness, and practical self-defence skills.
Coaches
Meet the people who help you build skill and confidence on the mat.
Training
Consistent weekly sessions. Everyone starts somewhere, and we’ll help you grow safely.
Weekly schedule
| Day | Session | Time | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Training | 7pm - 8:30pm | All levels |
| Wednesday | Training | 7pm - 8:30pm | All levels |
| Friday | Intermediate | 7pm - 8:30pm | Intermediate+ |
Where we train
We train every session in the Gymnasium at the Flinders Uni Sturt Campus, if you have trouble finding us, feel free to reach out.
Calendar
Upcoming training sessions, events, and key dates to add FUJC to your schedule.
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Beginners
New to judo? Start here — calm, structured, and focused on confidence.
What to expect
- Clear warm-up and safety guidance
- Learning how to fall safely (ukemi)
- Basic movement, grips, and simple techniques
- No pressure — ask questions anytime
What to bring
- Water bottle
- Comfortable sports clothing
- Towel (optional)
- Open mind
Gi hire/loan may be available — ask us.
Beginner pathway
- Register your interest
- We send you a "get started" email
- Come for your first session
- Join ongoing training if you enjoy it
Women’s Beginner Judo Course
A short course for complete beginners in a women-only environment.
Course snapshot
- 4-week course (1 session per week)
- No experience required
- No sparring — safety and confidence first
- Consent-based coaching and partner choice
Interested?
We’ll send dates, times, pricing, and what to bring once you register your interest.
Tip: If you have preferences (partners, contact level, injuries), tell us — we’ll accommodate.
Join FUJC
Use this form to register interest, ask questions, or start the membership process — we’ll reply by email.
Join FUJC / Contact us
Ask a question, register interest, or start membership — we’ll reply by email with next steps.
FAQs
Do I need to be fit or strong?
No. You’ll build fitness and confidence over time. Beginners are welcome.
Do I need a gi?
No. Start in sports clothes. As you get more comfortable and committed, we can give you some advice on where and what to purchase.
Is judo safe?
We teach safety first, including falling skills (ukemi), and all of our members are respectful, controlled, and understand what it's like to be new.