COMPETITION TEAM
For committed athletes U16 to U21 competing at a high-performance level
The Ottawa Judo Club Competition Team is designed for judoka ages U16 to U21, Green Belt and above, who are dedicated to training and competing at the provincial level or higher. This elite program emphasizes technical precision, advanced randori, and the physical and mental preparation required to excel in high-level tournaments.
The Ottawa Judo Club is home to one of the largest and most successful competitive judo programs in the region. Our athletes regularly compete at both the Provincial and National levels, with many achieving podium finishes at National Championships.
Program Focus
Elite-level technical and tactical development
High-intensity randori and competition simulation
Sport-specific strength and conditioning
Mental resilience, strategy, and goal-setting
Provincial and national competition preparation
LTAD Framework Integration
Training to Compete – Emphasizes sport-specific tactical and fitness preparation
Training to Win – Maximizes all physical, mental, emotional, and ancillary capabilities to succeed on the national stage
Schedule & Structure
This program runs concurrently with the Competitive Judo Program, but with elevated expectations and a targeted, high-performance training plan focused on competition success.
Class Schedule
Mondays: 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM
Thursdays: 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturdays: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Additional Training Opportunities
There is an optional Judo Conditioning class on Wednesdays from 5:00 pm to 5:45 pm and an Open Mat Randori on Fridays from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm.
Eligibility
Ages U16 to U21
Green Belt and above
Actively competing or preparing for provincial/national-level events
By coach recommendation or assessment
Testimonial
“I trained at the Ottawa Judo Club for over 5 years and went from being a shy, insecure person to a Nationally ranked competitor. I trained up to 5 times a week and loved pushing myself in all aspects of my life. One of the best parts of being on the Competition Judo Team is the sense of family and the fun that comes with traveling and competing together. I’m now off to university, applying the skills I learned as a competitive athlete to the next challenging chapter of my life.”
Life Skills Through Judo
Our goal is to develop a life-long learning approach to Judo by providing a fun but challenging environment. Through Judo, athletes build:
Self-Esteem
Self-Respect
Respect for Others
Discipline
Focus
Sportsmanship