BJA Level 1 Coaching Course – Higham and Rushden

A two-day British Judo Association Level 1 coaching course at Higham and Rushden Judo Club, now fully booked.

This BJA Level 1 coaching course is the entry point for judo coaching, covering 'how to coach' skills, basic technical principles of ne-waza and tachi-waza, health and safety, and basic judo rules. It runs across one weekend, with day one on Saturday 24 October 2026 and the day two assessment on Sunday 25 October, both starting at 09:00am; attendance at both days is required. Candidates must be at least 16, current BJA members holding a minimum 2nd Kyu grade, and complete portfolio tasks within six months of assessment. Successful candidates receive the BJA Level 1 coaching award, enabling them to coach under supervision of a Level 2 or higher coach.