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Call for Entries 2026 Canberra International Open @ Goulburn Early Bird Registrations Close on 26 January 2026 !
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this incredible event! Early Bird registrations close on 26 January 2026 , so lock in your spot today and take advantage of the savings. Early bird registration deadline: Midnight, Monday 26 January 2026 Event dates: 13 February – 15 February 2026 Register now : https://www.judoact.org/canberra-international-open Spectator entry is FREE – come along and cheer on the talented competitors as they battle it out. Your support makes all the


ACT State Squad Training for Nationals
Get ready for the Nationals! Join our focused training sessions designed to sharpen your skills and prepare you for Nationals competition. Training Dates & Venues Sat 31 Jan 2026 BGC 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Sat 7 Mar 2026 Ni Bonchi 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Sat 21 Mar 2026 High Rollers 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Sat 16 May 2026 Ni Bonchi 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Sat 30 May 2026 BGC 11:30 am – 1:00 pm ✅ Open to all JudoACT members ✅ Focused on Nati


What an Incredible Kata Experience!
Today’s Special Kata Sessions with 5th DAN Ernie Wakamatsu were a huge success! A massive thank you to Ernie for delivering such high-quality instruction and sharing his deep expertise with our Judo ACT community. From our youngest judoka to our senior Dan candidates, everyone walked away inspired, motivated, and better equipped in their kata journey. Highlights from the Day: • Focused Under 13s session with fantastic energy • Strong technical work from our Over 13s & Adults


2026 Canberra International Open @ GOULBURN, entries now open
TO REGISTER FOR THE 2026 CANBERRA INTERNATIONAL OPEN @ GOULBURN, 13 -15 FEB 2026 For Under 11, Under 13, Under 15, Cadets, Junior Women, Junior Men, Senior Women, Senior Men, Senor Kyu, Veterans, Adaptive click 'Apply Judoka' Kata Event Guide - 2026 Canberra International Open


Competition Pathways and Performance – A huge thank you to Nathan Katz for an incredible weekend in Canberra!
Two-time Olympian and one of Australia’s top judoka delivered a series of high-quality sessions focused on JA pathways, competition preparation, and performance strategy. It was fantastic to see so many ACT judoka—athletes and coaches—taking full advantage of this opportunity to learn, sharpen skills, and elevate their judo knowledge. A big thank you to Judo Australia for making Nathan’s visit possible and enabling him to share his expertise, energy, and insights. We l


Nathan Katz is back in the ACT this November!
Two-time Olympian and one of Australia’s top judoka will be running a series of exclusive Judo sessions focused on competition pathways and performance. Fri 14 Nov – High Rollers Judo Club · 5:00 – 6:30pm – JA Pathway Sat 15 Nov – Beyond Grappling Club · 9:30 – 11:00am – JA Pathway · 11:00 – 11:45am – Comp Strategy for Coaches Open and free to ACT members aged 13+ competing or preparing for National Event Series level. Don’t miss this chance to learn from one of Austr


TWO-TIME OLYMPIAN NATHAN KATZ COMING TO CANBERRA!
We’re excited to announce that Nathan Katz , two-time Olympian and one of Australia’s premier judoka , will be running a series of...


TWO-TIME OLYMPIAN NATHAN KATZ COMING TO CANBERRA!
We’re excited to announce that Nathan Katz , two-time Olympian and one of Australia’s premier judoka , will be running a series of...


2025 Judo Nationals Wrap-Up – ACT Team Shines!
The ACT team brought heart, pride, and determination to the 2025 Judo Nationals – and it showed on the mat! Competing against the best...


Flashback: Sydney 2000 Olympics
Remembering when ACT members helped make history — playing a vital role in staging what IOC President Juan Antonio Samaranch famously...
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