Why choose us?
Club historynokémono judokwai started out as a weekly introduction class to Bondi Judo club. By 2006, the class had grown in popularity and had a loyal following of dedicated Judo students who shared Pete Anderson's values of discipline, respect, honour and skill.
At this point Pete decided to turn the class into a fully fledged Judo club in its own right, and on the recommendation of some of his students, Pete officially founded nokémono judokwai ("Outcast Judo Club") in August 2006. It's aim was to offer a club with a unique atmosphere, with fun and approachability brought to the forefront.
By late 2007, nokémono judokwai had grown to the point where it needed a bigger training area to accommodate the increasing number of Judo students. The club moved to the Sir David English Centre in June 2008 and in July 2008, nokémono launched its first junior Judo session, which immediately attracted a large number of children from the local community.
nokémono judokwai is a non-profit making Judo club which concentrates on discipline, respect and technical excellence, with a fun manner for both children and adults.
Why we're different
At nokémono we have a unique atmosphere which concentrates on fun and approachability, but not at the expense of discipline. We pride ourselves on being open to all and we encourage parents' involvement.
Many of our students (including some of the more experienced Kyu grades) started at nokémono judokwai with no previous experience of Judo or any other martial art.
Our members have mixed abilities and skills. We'll start with the basics and work with you throughout your progression.
We are non-profit volunteers
All our coaches are volunteers.
We don't get paid for what we do, we do it for the enjoyment of our sport and to encourage children to become upstanding members of the community.
This means that if any profits are made, they're put back into the club for the students education and advancements in Judo.
What we provide
nokémono judokwai and its coaches cater training to individual members according to their build, speed, strength and ability. This means that members acquire the necessary skills faster and maintain motivation and confidence.
This approach is unique to a handful of Judo clubs in the UK and we are proud to be one of them.
What we stand for
- To teach in a respectful and disciplined manner.
- To teach in a way of honour and to teach to.
‘win, lose or draw’ using respectable and disciplined Judo. - To respect those around you whether they are a seasoned veteran
or a complete novice, and to treat others as you would like to be treated. - To never forget your beginners heart.
- Train hard, fight easy.
What's a Judo licence?
Put simply your Judo licence is your insurance against injury and the official record book for any gradings in which you partake. It's good to remember that although injuries are rare, Judo is a contact sport.
BJA Rules: No Licence, No Judo.
What if I am not very good at it?
It is not uncommon for people to worry that they'll come to a club and be the only beginner in a room full of experts. There's no need to be worried. We have a range of grades from Novice to black belts to help you every step of the way.
nokémono judokwai welcomes everyone, from newcomers to the world of martial arts, through to seasoned veterans looking to refine their skills. At nokémono we're passionate about Judo and have never forgotten our beginners hearts!
Some fighters don't wish to compete and therefore struggle to keep up with the others. It is important that you enjoy your sport and don't compare yourself to seasoned fighters. Just because your experience is less doesn't mean that you're not good at your sport.
Am I too old / too young?
We welcome people of all ages to the sport. We also welcome family groups, including parents looking to accompany sons and daughters. The minimum age is 5 years old.
Is it expensive?
No, in fact we'll provide the first month free for adults new to the sport and the first two sessions free for the children. That way you can find out if you like it before spending any money and discover first hand why we are different to other Judo clubs.
As you progress we recommend the purchase of the appropriate Judo attire called a (gi) which consists of a tough jacket, trousers and a white belt.
We have spare sets that you can borrow to get you started and if you decide that you like Judo and want to keep coming, then we can supply you with a Judogi. And because we want to make our sport as affordable as possible you can buy Judogi's cheaper from us than anywhere else – we pass down negotiated discounts from our suppliers to our students.
I’m thinking of taking up Judo but I’ve never done any martial arts before, can I come to nokémono judokwai?
Absolutely! Many of our students (including some of the more experienced Kyu grades) started at nokémono judokwai with no previous experience of Judo or any other martial art. Our members are all of mixed abilities and skill levels.
We’ll start with the basics and work with you throughout your progression.
I'm a complete novice, won't I just get thrown around and beaten up?
Not at all, quite the opposite in fact. We'll help you get started and will happily let you throw us around while you learn and practise the moves. We'll go at your pace, giving minimal resistance to begin with. Then, over time as you get better we'll gradually increase the amount of resistance we give you until you're ready for full combat.
We care as much for our new starters as we do for our experienced members, after all we've all been beginners.
I did Judo as a kid but I’m out of practice, can I come to nokémono judokwai?
Certainly, some of our adult members have returned to Judo after taking several years off and have picked it up again brilliantly.
Do you do a Children’s Judo class?
We do, the Children’s Judo classes are:
Wednesdays 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Saturdays 11:00am – 12:00pm
We have around 20 - 30 children aged between 5 and 16 who regularly attend Judo (the minimum age for Judo is 5).
We also have a seating area at the side of the Judo mat to encourage parents to watch the classes.
If you are curious and would like to see what the world of Judo is all about, why not join us at nokémono judokwai at The Sir David English Sport Centre, East Way Bournemouth.
Our adult classes are held on Wednesday evenings 8:00pm till 9:00pm and Saturday afternoons 12:00pm till 1:00pm
We’d like to welcome you to our Judo club, nokémono judokwai.