Children's activity clubs & classes

Rushjudo, opened its doors for the first time in November 2009.

It has long been the ambition of the Rush family to open up their own Judo club, in order to give back to the sport that has given them so much. Rushjudo has been made possible thanks to the kind generosity of the late Gordon Rush, a true legend and a huge supporter of judo. The club is named and dedicated in his memory.

At Rushjudo we pride ourselves on being inclusive and open to all people. We cater for - beginners - children through to pensioners, Recreational players, Competition players and we also specialise in teaching people with learning disabilities in partnership with Dacorum Mencap.

In 2005 we moved to Ashlyns School where we converted an old gym into modern dojo with a sprung floor and seating area for parents.

Our Lessons
Monday 5.30pm - 6.15 pm - Primaries aged 5 - 8 years old

This is a FUNdamentals class aimed at giving young children self confidence, better co-ordination and introducing them to judo.It will involve games, basic gymnastics, judo throws and bundles on the ground !!

Monday 6.30pm - 7.30 pm - Juniors aged 8 - 14 years old

This is a beginner - intermediate level class. Its where our students learn the basics and progress through the first few belts from White / Red / Yellow.

It is a generic class teaching both elements that make up judo - "Tachiwaza" (grappling / throwing your opponent ) & " Newaza" (grappling on the ground).

Monday 7.45pm - 9.00 pm Tachiwaza specific & Randori - Youth and seniors aged 14 years old and over

This class is focused solely on "Tachiwaza" ( throwing your opponent) . It is a mixture of technical learning, drills and randori ( sparring ).

We have a good mix of youth / adult recreational and competition players.

Tuesday 6.15pm - 7.00 pm - Adaptive judo for juniors aged 8 - 16 years old

This class is dedicated to teaching judo to children with learning difficulties / disabilities.

At Rushjudo we endeavour to accommodate any ability in any of our classes, however we have also learned from experience that many children will give up easily if they struggle to settle in. Having the option of a class where children can just be themselves and learn at their own pace has proven to be very successful.

The team have years of experience and are more than happy to talk to any parents who may be feeling apprehensive about their child taking part. The class is all about fun , exercise, judo, gaining extra confidence as well as providing a greater social circle for children and their families.

Tuesday 7.15pm - 8.00 pm - Adaptive judo for Seniors aged 16 years old & over

This class started 10 years ago when Rushjudo first opened. What began as a 6 week course in partnership with Dacorum MENCAP has gone from strength to strength. Our squad have stuck together, travelled around the country and even as far as Sweden to showcase their judo skills !

This class is all about laughs, exercise, co ordination and above all friendships !

Friday 6.00pm - 7.00 pm - Juniors aged 8 - 16years old

This is a class for all abilities with more focus on recreational judo.
It is a generic class teaching the judo syllabus including both elements that make up judo - "Tachiwaza" (grappling / throwing your opponent ) & " Newaza" (grappling on the ground).

Friday 7.15pm - 8.30 pm Ideal for beginners - Youth and seniors aged 14 years old and over

This is a mixture of technical learning, transition drills and randori ( sparring ).

We have time for free practise where the students learn and practice whatever they want and this allows people for focus on their own judo game !

The randori ( sparring ) is a split of standing and groundwork. you decide which you prefer to do.

Its ideal for older judoka who want to continue with judo but no longer have the mobility or confidence to be thrown.

All abilities are welcome and can learn at their own pace. We have a good mix of youth / adult recreational and competition players.