Welcome to the Almonte Judo Club's Official Web site
We are one of Almonte's longest standing recreational group, operating out of the Almonte Arena. Our club consists of young and old and is run by long-time Judo enthusiast, Gord MacDonald. The Almonte Judo Club welcomes all ages to our mats... for a great way to keep fit, have fun and compete.
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Contact Gord MacDonald at gordalmonte@hotmail.com if you are interested in joining our Club ! Gord is the Head Instructor of the Almonte Judo Club and will respond promptly to all inquiries. Yes, we are operating throughout the pandemic following all guidelines, regulations, and protocols as prescribed by Judo Ontario, Judo Canada, the Province of Ontario, and local Health Authorities. Be assured your safety, and the safety of all our members remains our number one priority.
We hope to hear from you, whether for yourself, your son or daughter, or participation as a family. Our aim is to provide everyone a quality experience at the most affordable rates.
We endured, and were able to finish the 2020-21 season in a solid position. Thanks to all members for adhering to the health and safety protocols put in place as protection against Covid-19.
Although the 2020-21 season presented challenges, we met each one with the characteristic drive and determination which has kept us relevant since 1968.
Thanks everyone for your ongoing support, and your trust and confidence in our program.
Fortunately we enjoyed an uninterrupted 15 week Fall session, September through December 2020 !! Membership remains at an all-time high, and all safety protocols are in place to meet the most stringent Covid guidelines and restrictions.
From Sept 1 through December 12 we conducted modified classes within the parameters of the ‘Green Zone’. On December 13 we entered the ‘Yellow Zone’ and made appropriate changes to meet the new guidelines imposed. Operations ceased temporarily on Dec 26 when the Province imposed a complete lockdown – ‘Grey Zone’.
While we remain in the ‘Grey Zone’, steady improvements are being made to the dojo in anticipation of the re-opening. At this time, we are hoping for a re-opening on Monday January 25 2021. Of course this will be dependent upon how well the Province responds to the lockdown vis a vis reduction in new cases.
At this time we will continue to accept new members to the extent we are able to accommodate. Feel free to contact Gord MacDonald at 613-256-2180, or email at gordalmonte@hotmail.com. Also refer to our FB page for general information regarding our program. Thank you for your continued support !!!
This new season will be ‘different’ amidst guidelines and restrictions associated with the Covid-19 Pandemic. However, we WILL resume operations after all businesses and sport organizations were ‘sidelined’ by the pandemic in mid March 2020.
Our Club will be required to follow strict sanitizing, cleansing, social distancing, group gathering maximum, hand washing and other protocols, but we are prepared !!
At this time we are not certain how many of our current members will return given these circumstances, so we are therefore uncertain how many new members we may be able to accept.
If you are interested in joining, please proceed as normal in contacting myself via this website, by phone (613-256-2180 ask for Gord), by email gordalmonte@hotmail.com, or see our Almonte Judo Club Facebook page, and message me.
We will make every effort to answer any questions you may have, and accommodate you/your child(ren).
Stay safe, stay healthy !!!
Yes, Season #52 commenced Wednesday, Sept 4 in the Upper Hall of the Almonte Arena !!!
We have enjoyed an overwhelming response to our programs, both Junior and Senior. Our Junior Program is FULL with a wait list, whereas our Senior program continues to see new members walk onto the mats! It too is near capacity, but if you are a teen or adult – we may have an activity (and space) for you !!!
Inquiries are always welcome. Please feel free to contact Head Instructor Gord MacDonald any number of ways;
via email gordalmonte @hotmail.com
via FB Messenger Gord MacDonald
via this website AlmonteJudo.com
via our Facebook Page Almonte Judo Club
by phone 613-256-2180
I personally guarantee a quick response to any questions you may have, however simple or complex.
Here’s to another awesome season of learning, competition, and FUN !!!!!!!!
Details of belt promotions, and misc pics to follow.
Simply put – the old ‘rice/straw/ mats had to go !!!! These mats dated from the 1960′s and were quickly gobbled up by existing club members for their home gyms.
Meanwhile, the dojo was treated to a custom manufactured ‘tatami-like’ surface, measuring the equivalent of roughly 8 regulation tatami. The Club holds reserves for mat purchases like this one, and all current and future members will benefit greatly by the added space, low maintenance, and high quality mat surface acquired.
Exciting times as we continue to expand and modernize !!!!
The annual ‘Bring a Friend’ night once again proved a huge success !! Club members mixed it up with more than 50 friends, creating one large crowd of people having fun with a variety of judo games and challenges.
More details and pics to follow.
A total of 6 ALmonte Judo Club members competed in Kingston on Saturday, March 2, 2019. Competitors were joined by several family members and friends. Sensei Gord MacDonald performed the duties of Coach for all athletes.
Junior competitors included Erwin Marshall and Tyler Dalton. Senior competitors included Matthew Church, Sylvain Ganter, Meghan Ladouceur, and Chenoa Marshall.
More details, results and pics to follow.
A ‘Public Speaking’ event was held Wednesday Feb 20, 2019 as part of the regular Junior class. The event was designed to test the ability of young judoka to speak in front of their peers and audience members. The topic of course was ‘Judo’.
Details and pics to follow.
