The Judo Academy hosted it's first Dan grading last weekend!
Clubs from across the NI Judo Federation attended with Russell Brown and Bill Taggart adjudicating, and Andrew Taggart refereeing.
Our own Lead Coach Stephen, sat in as a trainee examiner, taking the first step to becoming a Senior examiner for NI Judo.
Johnny Close gained the final 30 points needed to gain the coveted Black belt. Great day for our hero Johnny.
Jonah fell short in the last fight in his line up, against our own man mountain, Gary Gilmour! No mercy...although Jonah gained 40 points towards his competitive Dan grade.
Ewan and Gary earned 20 points apiece for their cards, with Alan making his first competitive outing and gaining a great experience to carry forward.
Very proud to be able to accommodate a fully fledged Dan grading event and look forward to doing it again soon.
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