Judo: "The Gentle Way" - from the martial art of Ju Jitsu - an Olympic Sport - a way of life.
Budokan Judo Australia is one of the fastest growing Judo clubs in Sydney.
We're located in the Hills Districts suburb of Castle Hill, Sydney NSW Australia and cater for all levels of Australian judo players, from the 5 year old beginner to the mature recreational player, to the international judo medallist. We welcome visitors to our clubs Dojo from other Australian Judo clubs as well as international visitors - have a look at training location and schedule
Our judo coaches have many years of experience, both as competitors and in teaching and coaching in all levels of judo training, internationally and in Australia.
The Budokan Judo Club has a great club and family spirit -from members volunteering at the Sydney 2000 Australian Olympics to fundraising and promoting Judo in Hills Districts through school demonstrations. We are proud about our achievements!
We enjoy our sport and promote the education and understanding of Judo - after all - Judo is just great fun
Our Mission
To provide international standard quality training, to encourage participation in Judo activities in the community, specifically in the local area, and to preserve the traditional spirit and intent of Judo
Our Vision
To be recognised in the Judo and general communities as the premium Judo training centre in Australia.
The Australian Drug Foundation’s Good Sports program works in communities to make sports clubs safe and healthy. Budokan Judo Club has been awarded Level 2 accreditation as part of the Good Sports program, for our work as leaders in reducing the link between alcohol and sport in the community. Being a Good Sports club means changing practices and adopting Good Sports policies, such as safe transport options, smoke-free club rooms, alcohol alternative fundraising and training in Responsible Service of Alcohol. read more...
- 2013 Nationals Montage http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Le_Hi8QGt4I(link is external)
- 2012 Nationals Montage at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGws2zU5PLk(link is external)
- BUDOKAN 149 IPPONS at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z8NbLfKfhN8(link is external)
- Nathan's Montage at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2OHyMBAW6Y(link is external)
Private Members Statements made by NSW Member for Castle Hill Dominic Perrottet recorded in Hansard on the NSW Parliament website at:
- 13652 - 14 August 2012 (History, Community, 2012 Nationals) - Reference http://www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/prod/parlment/hansart.nsf/V3Key/LA20120814016(link is external)
- 13935 - 16 August 2012 ( 2012 Nationals) - Reference http://www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/prod/parlment/hansart.nsf/V3Key/LA20120816057?open&refNavID=HA8_1(link is external)
- 18248 - 28 Feb 2013 (AYOF) - Reference http://www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/Prod/parlment/hansart.nsf/V3Key/LA20130228112?open&refNavID=HA8_1(link is external)
- 22111 - 13 August 2013 (2013 Nationals & Community) - Reference http://www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/prod/parlment/hansart.nsf/V3Key/LA20130813018?open&refNavID=HA8_1(link is external)
Dominic Perrottet visits Budokan after the 2012 Nationals
http://www.dominicperrottet.com.au/Media/LatestNews/tabid/71/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/36/categoryId/1/Budokan-Judo-Club.aspx(link is external)
The article on the 2012 Nationals also features under the "Photos" tab on Dominic's website at http://www.dominicperrottet.com.au/Photos/tabid/80/AlbumID/417-12/Default.aspx