“The Business of Judo” Part 2

April 18, 2021 Sensei Grace Talusan – Kokushi Midwest Judo Head Kokushi Midwest Judo in Champaign, Illinois.  USJF Sandan, 3rd Degree Black Belt In part 1, Grace spoke about many of the initial steps of opening a club, including deciding on the business type and...

“SCAVENGER HUNT WITH JUDO IN MIND”

September 12, 2021 Sensei John Schaedler – Budokan Dojo President of the Budokan Dojo in Seattle, Washington. Since everyone was stuck at home, the home had to supply the training items or “partners”. Sensei Schaedler will share fun ideas for using props found in...

“DEVELOPING GOOD JUDOKA”

August 29, 2021 Sensei Kevin Tamai – Hui-O-Judo Club  Sensei Kevin Tamai, head sensei of Hui-O-Judo Beltsville in Beltsville Maryland, is the oldest son of Ken Tamai, the first USJF lifetime achievement honoree. Kevin is currently a Rokudan and Life member in both...

“Story of a Successful Dojo”

Sensei Roy Kawaji – Portland Judo Roy guided his USJF club to be the largest in the country in record time.  He will share his approach to teaching and to judo, and how he attracts and retains members. Sensei Kawaji’s guidance promises to be an indispensable link in...