User:Felixstowejudoclub2008

Felixstowe judo club was formed during September 2008 by David Martin, with the aim to extend access and participation in Judo to the local Felixstowe community, currently there is no other club within a 15 miles radius.

Judo is an ideal sport for all age groups, males and females of varying sizes and abilities. Confidence and self-esteem are improved as a player progresses through the ranks and the very nature of the grading system ensures that the next goal is always realistic and achievable with effort.

Judo training is an ideal form of physical exercise and serves as a cardiovascular workout, which improves stamina, general health and overall fitness.

The sport self-discipline and respect that players have for themselves and others. As well as building self-confidence, judo training also assists in addressing issues such as passivity and a lack of assertiveness.

The club was awarded an Awards For All lottery grant of £7,086 in October 2008. this was used to purchase, an 12m x 11m training area, with EJU standard competition (blue & yellow) mats.

Felixstowe Judo club practices on Monday evenings in the school gym at Deben High School. The club is open during most school holidays, except the summer holidays.

The full address is; Garrison Lane,Felixstowe,Suffolk IP11 7RF More details about the club can be found at