Competitions.

Overview

Competitions we attend.

Regional, national and international events.

Competing is not compulsory at Kudos Judo — but for students who want to test themselves, we attend a curated calendar of age-appropriate events through the year, from first-time-nerves locals all the way up to international opens at Bath.

Every entry is supported by a Kudos coach at the mat-side. We help with licences, weigh-ins, warm-ups and, most importantly, we help children understand that losing a match is not losing.

2026 Schedule

Upcoming Competitions.

All competitions require a valid BJA (or affiliated IJF) licence and proof of grade at weigh-in.

18–19July2026 · Sat–Sun

Level 3/4 · International Open

West of England International Open 2026

University of Bath, Sports Training Village · White judogi event

Saturday 18 July: Seniors, Minors & Veterans
(Dan & Kyu grades)
Sunday 19 July: Cadet, Pre-Cadet & Juniors
Entry fees: Single £35 · Double £55 · Triple £75
Spectators: Adults £5 · Accompanied U16 free
Closing date: Thu 2 July 2026
(or when full)
Weigh-in · Sat: Seniors 08:30 · Minors 10:30 · Vets 14:00
Weigh-in · Sun: Cadet 08:30 · Pre-Cadet 11:30 · Junior 14:00
Eligibility: Minors 4th Mon+ · Pre-Cadet 6th Mon+
Cadet/Junior/Senior 3rd Kyu+

One of the biggest events on the West of England calendar — genuine international entries alongside a strong home field. Competitors age 8 through veterans. Pools for groups under 8 players; compound knock-out with repechage above.

Entry online via the British Judo website. BJA contest rules apply. Players bring their own blue and white belts.

Open for entryevents@wajudo.org.uk →Enter on BJA site →

TBCAutumn2026

Local · First-time friendly

Somerset Area Open

Somerset · Age-banded brackets · Coach support on request

Format: Pools / knock-out by weight & age
Who: Yellow belt and above
Coach: Kudos coach on mat-side
Cost: To be confirmed

A supportive local event — usually the first competition we recommend for Kudos students ready to try a shiai. Dates confirmed once the West Area calendar is published.

Dates TBCRegister interest →

First competition?

We'll walk you through every step — licence, grade, weigh-in, kit.

A first competition is a big moment. Talk to us before you enter: we'll help you pick the right event, the right weight category, and we'll be mat-side on the day. Talk to a coach →

Book a free taster →

GET STARTED

Try us out via the link below.

Book a free taster →Talk to a coach