Reminder:
we will not have practice this coming Saturday 6/14 as I am suggesting everyone attend this camp!
Hi Judo Family,
Ready to own every exchange from the very first grip? Join powerhouse coach Toni Lettner in beautiful Athol, Idaho (Home of the Northwest’s Largest Theme Park – Silverwood!) for two action-packed days dedicated to grip domination, big throws, and seamless Ne-Waza transitions.
Why you can’t miss this camp
· Master same side vs. opposite-side gripping, with tricks to out-grip even stronger opponents.
· Unlock new takedowns: modified Te-Guruma, Sumi-Gaeshi and Foot Sweeps.
· Elevate your own Tokui-Waza game from various grip positions.
· Tons of randori to pressure test every skill you learn.
Seminar Plan
Friday June 13
Time |
Group |
Focus |
2 pm – 4 pm |
Ages < 13 |
Grip basics (kumikata fundamentals), footwork games, and intro to modified Te-Guruma |
5 pm – 7 pm |
Ages 13 + |
Advanced same-side & opposite-side gripping chains, Sumi-Gaeshi setups, transitions to quick holds & armlocks |
Saturday June 14
Time |
Group |
Focus |
10 am – 12 pm |
Ages < 13 |
Grip reaction drills, breaking strong collars, throws to hold-down flow |
1 pm – 3 pm |
Ages 13 + |
Dominant first-contact strategies, linking grips to your Tokui-waza, fast ne-waza finishes |
3:30 pm – 5:30 pm |
OPEN MAT (all ages) |
Randori gauntlet & live situational rounds, apply everything you learned! |
Quick Facts
· Dates: Friday–Saturday, June 13-14, 2025
· Venue: Athol Elementary School 6333 Menser Ave, Athol, Idaho 83801
Lodging: Camping at Farragut State and Ravenwood RV Resort are great
options. Airbnb and Hotels can be found in Athol, Spirit Lake, and
Coeur d’Alene.
· Eligibility: Current USJF, USJA, and USA Judo members, all belts, ages 6
(sessions split by age)
Lock in your spot now
Registration opens today and will cap quickly. Click below, grab your teammates, and get ready to dominate the grip battle:
https://usjf.smoothcomp.com/en/event/20389
Questions? email t.lettner74@gmail.com or Lakelandjudoclub@gmail.com and we’ll help you out.
Can’t wait to see you on the mats in Idaho’s lake country, let’s make every grip count!
See you soon,
Jenn Badertscher & Toni Lettner
Judo Grip and Domination Camp 2025