Judo Excellence

Child friendly Martial Arts - All abilities - Calderdale

Northowram Judo Club – Elland Judo Club – Hebden Bridge Judo Club

Confidence - Fitness - Friendships - Self Defence - Discipline and Lots of FUN


We are a friendly, supportive Judo club with classes across Calderdale.

We deliver the highest quality judo and martial arts instruction from very experienced coaches. Judo Excellence not only focuses on competitive Judo but pride ourselves on helping students gain all the benefits that Judo & martial arts offer like: building confidence, making friends, focus, respect as-well as increase strength fitness and overall wellbeing.  Most of all having fun, enjoying training.   In essence helping improve both physically and mentally.

Something is always happening at Judo Excellence.  Gradings, competitions, games, challenges leadership and coaching development.  even master classes with Olympians and British squad members.

Our Classes


Judo Pandas age 4 to 7


Our Judo Pandas are fun based classes that develop the children's judo skills, helping them develop a strong judo foundation. At the same time helping them improve confidence, discipline, fitness and co-ordination. We know that children learn the most when they are enjoying themselves, so we make it lots of fun with lots of judo development games and challenges. Our students love getting their new belts which they do every 3 or 4 months. We offer a free trial class so its worth giving it a go!


Find Out More »

Juniors age 8 to 12


Our Junior classes help students develop their fitness, co-ordination & confidence, it helps them to make new friends, whilst loving coming to judo. We grade (belt test) every 3 or 4 months with the goal of getting their Black belt. We also offer competitions for those who want to compete but we understand that most students just want to have fun, have a hobby and learn a skill which is great. We offer a free trial class so its worth giving it a go!


Find Out More »

Teens Classes age 13+


Our Teen classes have a great atmosphere, where they train to get better and push towards their black belts. They learn more advanced judo to keep them interested and progressing. Our Judo includes lots fitness to develop strength, flexibility, cardio and gymnastic ability. One of the great things about Judo is that it is for everyone and is far more than just a sport. We offer a free trial class so its worth giving it a go!


Find Out More »

Adult Class


Our adult class is a warm welcoming environment where we cater for complete beginners to more advanced judo players. The goal of this class is to learn judo, but what comes from learning judo is vast including improved fitness & strength, self-defence, confidence, meet new people, having a laugh, and a great feeling of accomplishment. Our students progress through the belts with the goal of getting the black belt. We offer a free trial class so its worth giving it a go!


Find Out More »

Ladies Only Class


Ladies should consider joining a female-only judo and self-defense class for numerous compelling reasons. First and foremost, such classes provide a safe and supportive environment where women can build confidence and learn essential skills. Judo enhances physical fitness, agility, and strength, while self-defense techniques empower women to protect themselves in potentially dangerous situations. Furthermore, female-only classes create a sense of community and camaraderie, fostering lasting friendships. Women can openly discuss their concerns and experiences, making it easier to address personal safety issues. Instructors in these classes often understand the unique challenges women may face and tailor their teachings accordingly. Ultimately, female-only judo and self-defense classes empower women to take control of their well-being and security, promoting self-assurance and personal safety.


Find Out More »

Our Team


Avatar

Tony Devine
Coach & Admin

Tony Devine

Coach & Admin

Full profile
Avatar

Garath Howell
Coach

Garath Howell

Coach

Full profile
Avatar

Jacob Chapman
Trainee Instructor

Jacob Chapman

Trainee Instructor

Full profile
Avatar

Ewan McNeil
Trainee Instructor

Ewan McNeil

Trainee Instructor

Full profile
Avatar

Denis Hopley
Assistant Coach

Denis Hopley

Assistant Coach

Full profile
Avatar

Abdulrabi Alawi Abdulla
Instructor

Abdulrabi Alawi Abdulla

Instructor

Full profile
Avatar

Emma Byrne
Judo Coach

Emma Byrne

Judo Coach

Full profile

Location


 Northowram Judo Club

Back Clough Northowram
Halifax West Yorkshire HX3 7HE
Tel: 07932081793

 Elland Judo Club

Savage Centre Eastgate
Elland Halifax West Yorkshire HX5 9DQ
Tel: 07932081793

  Hebden Bridge Judo Club

7a Valley Road
Hebden Bridge Halifax West Yorkshire HX7 7BZ
Tel: 07932081793

What People Say


"My 6-year-old daughter has being doing judo with Judo Excellence for almost a year. Although she was keen to start she was also very nervous, but the classes are so fun, as well as focused on the children and their individual needs and potential, that she soon felt completely at ease. The coaches are extremely patient while also gently encouraging, and my daughter now loves going to judo and is so proud of the gradings she has achieved. She has made friends, developed her physical abilities, learnt new language skills, and grown in confidence and self-esteem. It does her the world of good to learn these things in such an active way and it is great to see her thriving in such safe and knowledgeable hands."

Ria

"The coaches always run fun Classes that teach the fundamentals of judo lots of high energy games and activities that helps bring out the best in my little ones. "

Adam Van Stuart (parent)

"I have recently started judo with Judo Excellence as an adult beginner, which was quite daunting at first, but I am really enjoying it. There is a mix of men, women and different abilities so I was instantly made to feel welcome. The classes are challenging and rewarding and the coaches are really approachable and clearly very dedicated. Judo is so interesting and enriching to learn and I am really looking forward to continuing classes with Judo Excellence."

Ria

"I have been doing judo for years now and its great to train with the friends iv made, I now help teach some of the the younger kids classes"

Denis

 Contact Us


No  Yes