Ford Judo Club Rules 

Members of the club agree that they will:
  • ​Allow their personal data, held by the club in accordance with the Data Protection Act. ​
  • To pay membership subscription fees to the club Treasurer by the date they are due. Where subscription fees are not paid within a month of the due date, the player’s membership will lapse.
  • Abide by the decisions of the Committee and announcements made at the AGM.
  • Seek to uphold the spirit of Judo and where able will advance the aims of the club.
  • Provide an emergency contact and medical information, which they will update it if at any time this information changes.
  • Consider the health and safety of others at all times, reporting any risks, concerns or issues to the coaching staff or club officers at the earliest opportunity.
  • respect opponents
  • Encourage club members to value their performances and not just results
  • Members must ensure that their Club & BJA memberships are valid, in-date and renewed annually
  • Be aware of The Club’s current fire safety, evacuation, emergency and Health & Safety procedures and have access to emergency contact details at all training sessions.
Training
Members of the club agree that they will:
  • ​Be clean and have trim fingernails and toenails
  • Bow upon entering and leaving both the dojo and the mat.
  • Respect other players and officials of the club.
  • Abide by the rules of the club, listen to and follow the instruction from coaches, and be ready to learn.
  • Arrive on time for training.
  • Dress appropriately (the traditional Judogi is preferred at all times whilst training), with all jewellery removed.
  • Female members should wear a plain white T-shirt under their Judogi top.
  • All long hair must be tied back
  • Wear appropriate footwear to and from the mat
  • Ask the coach leading the training session before leaving the mat during training sessions.
  • Pay training fees promptly.
  • Obtain permission from the session coach before leaving the dojo for any reason - including a visit to the toilets.
  • Not be under the influence of alcohol or drugs whilst in the dojo
  • Tournament entry fees must be paid prior to the club sending off the entry form .
New Starters
  • The first lesson is free.
  • After the introductory period, New Starters must become Club Members.
  • After 4 trial lessons New Starters are required to join the British Judo Association; BJA membership provides individual’s insurance.
Safety on the Mat
  • Never wear shoes on the mat
  • Come to the training session washed with a clean Gi
  • Watch your space on the mat and if thrown get up quickly to avoid someone falling on you
  • When seated, kneel or sit cross legged. Do not lean on the wall – you may not be able to get out of the way quickly enough
Safety off the Mat
  • Wear shoes at all times when off the mat
  • Always ask permission to leave the mat
  • After using the toilet, wash your hands
Accidents/Incidents
  • Do not come to play Judo if you are not fit enough to train
  • If you come to a training session with an injury, inform the coach at the start of the session
  • Do the exercises as shown; do what you can and do it well but not to the point of straining
  • If you are hurt, inform the Coach immediately
  • Keep your medical form up to date
  • Have a current BJA license – it is your insurance​
Westlands Playing Fields
Opposite St Edwards School
London Road
Romford
RM7 9NU