JUDO HER WAY!
A completely FREE introductory judo program for teenage girls and women. Discover new skills, build confidence and have fun in a welcoming, supportive environment.
YOUR PACE. YOUR WAY.
Never tried judo before? Perfect!
Judo Her Way is a beginner-friendly program developed by Judo Queensland and supported by Queensland Government to make the sport more accessible to women and girls.
Whether you're looking to get active, learn something new, meet people or challenge yourself, this is your chance to give judo a go without the pressure of competition.
No experience needed. No uniform purchase. No pressure to continue afterwards.
WHO CAN JOIN?
A fun and supportive introduction to judo for teenage girls, with activities designed to build skills, confidence and enjoyment.
Registration must be completed by a parent or legal guardian.
A welcoming, non-competitive introduction to judo for adult women of different fitness levels, backgrounds and abilities.
No previous martial arts experience is required.
FOUR FRIDAY EVENINGS.
LOCATION
Townsville Judo Club
35 Edison Street (Edison Plaza), Wulguru 4811
Four-week commitment
Each session builds on the previous week.
We ask participants to register for the
full program and make every effort to
attend all four Fridays.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Learn, move, laugh and discover what you're capable of in a relaxed setting.
Build Confidence
Challenge yourself, learn new skills and celebrate your progress.
Move Your Body
Explore balance, coordination, movement and physical fitness.
Learn Practical Skills
Try basic judo techniques, safe falling skills, introductory escapes and basic self-defence.
Make Connections
Meet new people and enjoy learning together.
No Competition
No tournaments or competitive matches. Just learning and fun.
Everyone Starts Somewhere
Activities can be adapted for different skills and abilities.
SENSEI TONI EDKINS.
Your Judo Her Way sessions will be led by Sensei Toni Edkins, one of Townsville Judo Club's experienced, accredited volunteer coaches.
Toni will guide participants through introductory judo activities, helping everyone learn at their own pace in an encouraging and supportive environment.
A note about our coaching team
Judo Her Way is designed for female participants and will be led by Toni. Depending on participant numbers, one or more of our accredited male coaches may also assist with instruction and supervision.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us before registering.
NO SPECIAL EQUIPMENT REQUIRED.
How should I prepare?
Just comfortable activewear such as tshirt and tights, a water bottle and slip-on shoes or thongs to wear off the mats.
Long hair should be tied back, nails trimmed short due to risk of scratches and finger injury (no false nails please) and all jewellery removed before training. If you wear glasses, you may prefer to remove them or wear contacts.
What will we be doing?
You'll take part in fun, modified judo activities, including movement, partner exercises and introductory techniques.
Judo involves physical contact. Activities will be supervised and adapted where appropriate.
LOVE JUDO? GET A FREE JUDOGI!
Enjoy your four free sessions and want to keep going?
Every eligible new female member who signs up for an annual Junior or Senior Judo Queensland membership by 31 December 2026 will receive a FREE Essimo judogi (judo uniform)!
There's no obligation to join afterwards. If you decide to continue, we'll help you with the membership process and claiming your free uniform.
Judo Queensland promotional offer for eligible new female annual Junior and Senior members. Membership and ongoing club training fees apply if you choose to continue.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need any previous judo experience?
Not at all! Judo Her Way is designed specifically for beginners. No uniform or equipment is required.
Do I have to be fit to participate?
No particular fitness level is required. Activities can be modified to suit individual needs. Please let us know about any relevant health concerns before participating.
Will I have to fight or compete?
No. The program is non-competitive. You will learn through supervised, modified activities that can include physical contact with training partners.
Will teens and adults train together?
Both programs take place during the advertised Friday session time. Coaching groups and activities will be organised to suit participants' ages, abilities and coaching needs.
Will there be male coaches?
Female Sensei Toni Edkins will lead the program. One or more accredited male coaches may also assist if additional coaching supervision is required.
Can I bring a friend?
Absolutely! We'd love you to share the experience, but we ask that each participant must register separately as places are limited.
What happens if I miss a session?
We ask participants to attend all four Fridays wherever possible. If you can't make a session, please let us know.
Is it really completely free?
Yes! The four-week introductory program is free with no obligation to become an ongoing club member.
Is this a self-defence course?
Not specifically. You will explore introductory judo techniques, including some self-defence-related techniques, but this is not a comprehensive self-defence course.
READY TO GIVE IT A GO?
Places may be limited. Complete a registration for your age group below to request your place.
Already submitted an Expression of Interest? You'll still need to complete a registration to secure your place, please.
GIRLS AGED 13–17
A parent or legal guardian must complete the participant's registration and consent documentation.
Register a TeenWOMEN AGED 18+
Adult participants can complete their own registration and participation agreement.
Register as an AdultOur team will contact you to confirm your registration and any required pre-participation arrangements. Please keep an eye on your inbox, including the junk/spam folder.
WE'RE HERE TO HELP.
If you have questions about the program, accessibility, coaching arrangements or registration, we'd love to hear from you. Please use our website live chat or send us an email.
