Club Coach and Session Profiles

Coaches in Charge:

Geoff Heathman, 1st Dan  (Centre of photo)

Tony Baker, 1st Dan  (Right in photo in Blue)

Coach Biography:  Both Geoff and Tony have been practising and coaching Judo for longer than they would like to admit, and are long standing members of the club.  Working with juniors and seniors both coaches, in addition to being highly experienced and qualified, are welcoming and encouraging.

(If you are an adult considering taking up Judo for the first time, it is particularly encouraging to note the Sensei Geoff did not take up the sport until he was in his mid-30s!)

Session Details:  Most Croydon Judo Club sessions are open to players of all levels, but if you are new or relatively new to Judo, whether as a junior or senior, then Monday nights are perfect.  Both junior and senior sessions teach solid technique and provide an opportunity to develop your judo through standing randori (free practice), groundwork and other training methods.

We are also fortunate to regularly have other experienced players joining us on the mats which enables players to learn from each other.  It also means that those who have been practising judo for some time will certainly get a good workout!

Mat Fees:  Standard - beginners may claim a free trial

Juniors - £3 for members, £4 for non-members

Seniors - £4 for members, £6 for non-members