The Thunder Bay Judo Club is an entirely volunteer based, not for profit organization. We have been registered with Judo Ontario and Judo Canada and have been affiliated with the world body of Kodokan Judo for over 25 years. Our membership includes 10 black belt instructors who volunteer their time and expertise in the sport of Judo. Our fees cover expenses such as room rental at the Kinsmen Centre and the purchase of equipment such as the judo mats. We have a few fundraising activities throughout the year. The money from these fundraisers goes entirely to subsidize students who wish to compete at sanctioned tournaments.

Our club participates in the "ADOPT A ROAD" program where our members clean a section of a city road three times a year. At the end of the year in eariy June our club has an annual Bar B Que and awards get together for all students, family and friends.

WHAT WE PROVIDE: Expert training in the sport of Judo by dedicated, qualified, volunteer Black belt instructors. We provide this training in a clean, safe, positive and friendly environment. Parents are advised that in the dojo (the place where the sport of judo is practiced), that the Sensei (Judo instructor) is in charge. If parents have any questions or concerns we encourage you to discuss such matters with the Sensei outside the dojo in a private setting within the Kinsmen Centre.

It is our mandate to encourage students to become aware of fitness, nutrition and to practice tolerance of others, and develop a sense of values and a code of ethics which they will cany throughout their lives. At all times we strive to be as fair as possible to all students regardless of age, sex or ability.