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FAQ's - Fort Worth Judo Club

1. Are you a for profit club?

a. No. We are a 510(c)3 non-profit organization. The club survives on dues, donations and some fundraising. All of our coaches are volunteers. They are black belts or brown belts.

2. What are your schedules?

3. Do you have to attend all classes?

a. No. Our memberships include unlimited classes, and members may attend any appropriate class that fits their schedule. The more consistently you attend and participate, the more opportunity you have to improve and progress. The Wednesday 6:30–8:00 PM Women's Class is for women only.

4. When are promotions?

a. Promotions are generally held every six weeks. Upcoming promotion dates will be announced in class. Promotions are based on attendance, class participation, skill level, and demonstrated knowledge and technique. There are no additional fees for belt promotions at Fort Worth Judo Club; promotions are included with membership.

5. Do you have dressing rooms?

a. We have a men's and women's dressing room. We have a men's and women's restroom. Most children come already dressed in there gis.

6. What about snacks and drinks?

a. We have a water fountain and a refrigerator. Feel free to bring your own water or sports drink. Please note the club is a peanut free zone as we have some students or siblings with severe peanut allergies. So no food products with peanuts are allowed.
b. NO FOOD or DRINK on the MAT!

7. How are the classes structured?

a. We have all different skill levels on the mat during each class from people with no experience to people who have been doing judo for many years. Each class begins with everyone bowing in and warming up together. Then, the new students will be taken off to the side with a coach where they will work on the fundamentals such as how to roll and fall properly. Once they become comfortable with the fundamentals, they will then join the others in the proper skill level on the mat. Typically, the kid's class is broken up in to different groups according to skill level where they work on appropriate techniques. Then, the class will cool down and bow out. The adult class runs basically the same. They will also work on the same techniques. Kids and adults are asked to sign the attendance charts after completing class each day.

8. Who are the coaches/instructors?

a. All of our coaches/instructors are highly trained, unpaid volunteers donating their time and skills. The coaches all teach from the same curriculum but of course have different teaching styles. This is a great advantage as we have wonderful coaches.

9. Do you have to compete in tournaments?

a. We encourage tournament participation but do not require it. Our coaches teach tournament play and rules. We try to hold mock tournaments especially prior to a tournament.

10. What are the costs?

a.
Regular Memberships
Unlimited – Single: $100/month
Unlimited – Family (2 Members): $150/month
Unlimited – Family (3+ Members): $180/month

Military & First Responder Memberships
Unlimited – Single: $75/month
Unlimited – Family (2 Members): $120/month
Unlimited – Family (3+ Members): $150/month

Military and First Responder discounted memberships require appropriate identification or verification of eligibility when signing up.

Kids White Gi – $70
Kids Blue Gi – $80
Adult White Gi – $80
Adult Blue Gi – $90

USA Judo membership is not required for regular Fort Worth Judo Club membership. A USA Judo membership is required for athletes who participate in USA Judo-sanctioned competitions and tournaments.

There are no fees for belt promotions at Fort Worth Judo Club.

11. What is your contact information?

a.
Website: fortworthjudoclub.com
Email: fwjudo5302@gmail.com
Phone: 817-207-9500

12. How do I get started?

a. Consult with your physician with regards to participation in demanding exercise, as judo can be very strenuous.

13. What else is there for kids?

a. For the kid's class, we also try to play judo/sports related games. This is very fun and keeps the kids interested as well as working on some fundamental judo skills (i.e. crab walk soccer, bacon, dodge ball).
b. Other things that we teach students are to be a good partner as well as to excel. By this, we mean we teach kids to take falls correctly so their partner is also learning to throw. If everyone is a good partner, it's a win/win!