Junior – Joining
Joining Kodokan Juniors
Joining Kodokan Juniors
Sessions are held weekly for age groups 7 to 17 years.
The standard procedure for joining the Kodokan Juniors is to come along and watch a Saturday practice session, or even two (if still undecided), before joining the club for the 4 week induction period and progression to beginner level.
Saturday times: 12.00am - 14.00pm
Main Hall (Downstairs)
United Kingdom
All new members will need to complete 4 'consecutive' induction sessions:
After completing the induction new members are eligible to join the regular practise sessions, which run on the same time schedule.
Kodokan Club fee structure
There is a £35 joining fee which includes, shinai - (bamboo sword), carry bag, insurance and membership booklet/grading record + £40 for the 4 induction sessions: Total £75
After the 4 week induction should the junior wish to continue then a standing order or direct debit needs to be set up to cover the monthly fee of £40 at that time.
We offer discounted fees where there are other Junior members from the same family practising, a collective fee of £60 for 2 or more members and where there is Adult(s) as well as Junior(s) then a collective fee of £75 per family.
All monthly fees are payable by Standing order or Direct Debit only.
Gradings are held every 2 months (8 weeks) this means 2nd kyu is attainable between one and a half to two years practice. Certificates are issued according to the Grade level achieved.
We operate a 12 kyu System Grading System but for gradings within the age group, 15 to 17 the Adult system of 7th Kyu levels applies and is based on a similar time frame.