Category: News

Allen has lost his Mizuno gi. In early August, someone picked up Allen’s gi by mistake and left their size 6 HSU gi. He would like it back. So if you have it, send me a message through the contact form and I will let him know.
His gi is a white Mizuno size 5.5.

Starting in October 2011, we are going to be raising our fees. The new fees will be $30/mo for individuals and $40/mo for families.

There will be a clinic on Itsutsu no Kata on 9/17/2011 in Coos Bay OR. This is a really interesting kata and a good opportunity to learn a kata we do not practice.

It is $30 and includes lunch details can be found on the flyer : http://dl.dropbox.com/u/529018/ItsutsukataFlyer.doc

This is an extremely rarely taught kata; it is very difficult to get instruction in it.  It is also ‘very unusual’ covering the more spiritual/symbolic side of Judo versus say Nage no Kata.

Thanks to Tim Neal, we now have Spokane Judo patches which can be sown onto your gi. For those competing in tournaments, the club will provide two patches free of charge. If anyone wishes to buy extra patches or is not a competitor but wishes to buy some patches the cost is $5 each. I will bring the patches on Monday 6/6 so bring your money if you wish to buy patches then.

Trinity took second at the Budokan tournament on 5/14/2011. She won three of her matches using pins (nothing is more satisfying than making someone lose on the mat). Also Tavares competed and won his first match by ippon. He was then forced to withdraw from the tournament due to injuries. We hope you heal soon Tavares.

On 4/30/2011 starting at 6:00AM, USA judo will be streaming all the matches from one of the mats at the Senior Nationals. To watch, go here.

Not only did John Yen win his weight division, he also won the grand championship for the tournament.
Very nice John.

I clearly remember all of my black belt promotions. I will also always remember this promotion as it is my first promotion to nidan.
I am truly pleased and proud to announce the promotion of John Yen to nidan.
After the promotion, John asked me if I could please take it back. I responded that it is not something I give or take away, he has earned the promotion. All I did was recognize his achievement.
John, congratulations!

On Feb. 27, the day after the tournament, Pacific Judo will be hosting a joint coaching and Refereeing clinic. I would encourage everyone who can to go. The information for the refereeing part of the clinic is here!.

I just found out that last Thursday Destinee severely burned her leg and was hospitalized for several days. All of us at Spokane Judo hope for her speedy return to health.
We are thinking of her!