Get to grips with coaching judo – Ipon!
Facts and Figures
| Qualification Accreditation Number | 100/5822/9 |
| Pathway Unit Number | D/501/9593 |
| Learning hours (GLH) | 285 (70) |
| SFA/LAD Funding Code | 100/5822/9 |
| Entry Age | 21+ |
| Qualification Accreditation Start Date | 01/12/05 |
| Qualification Accreditation End Date | 31/12/10 |
| Certification End Date | 31/12/13 |
| Qualification Structure | See the units of this qualification |
| Supporting Materials | See the supporting materials |
Find out how to apply for this qualification.
There are no costs involved in applying or becoming a 1st4sport recognised centre.
Developed in partnership with the National Source Group for Judo, the 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Judo offers coaches a progression from the 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Judo to enable them to profile judo players and develop annual training programmes that are appropriate to the players’ needs and level of performance. It builds on the Level 2 qualification, providing the advanced level of knowledge needed for more senior coaches who may be involved in regional coaching. It also aims to enable learners to create an effective coaching environment, establish supportive working relationships and manage the behaviour of participants and others.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the qualification for?
Why deliver this qualification?
What are the learner prerequisites?
How is the qualification structured?
What are the supporting materials?
What are the fees?
How do I find out more?
How do I apply?
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Who is the Qualification for?
Anyone over 21 years of age, who holds a minimum British Judo Association (BJA) Grade of First Dan (black belt), or equivalent via the BJA technical grading assimilation process, and would like to develop and improve his or her coaching skills in the sport of judo. Existing holders of the 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Judo may decide that they wish to develop their knowledge and coaching skills to enable them to profile judo players and develop annual training programmes. Students in further or higher education, studying sports-related coaching qualifications, should pursue this qualification as a valuable addition to their portfolio of coaching skills.
Why Deliver this Qualification?
Improves the level of judo coaching you are able to deliver
The advantages to judo clubs of having a coach who is competent in profiling players and writing longer-term training programmes are significant. They include a likely increase in the players’ rate of progression and an improvement in the coach-player relationship.
Raises the profile of the judo club
Being able to profile players and offer personalised training programmes will increase kudos in the local area and could lead to increased membership.
Developed with the National Source Group for Judo
This qualification has been developed with the National Source Group for Judo, which is made up of representatives from the home country governing bodies of sport (GBS) for judo – the BJA, the Welsh Judo Association, JudoScotland and the Northern Ireland Judo Federation.
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What are the Learner Prerequisites?
Learners are required to:
- be at least 21 years of age
- hold a minimum BJA Grade of First Dan (black belt), or equivalent via the BJA technical grading assimilation process
- a minimum of two years’ experience of regular judo coaching
- ideally hold the 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Judo or a BJA-recognised equivalent, such as the BJA Level 2 Coaching Award.
NB: While the qualification prerequisites are based around the GBS grading systems, judo players from other bodies are able to apply for their belt/grade to be mapped over to the GBS grades for suitability. This incurs a fee that is set by the GBS, not 1st4sport. Further information can be found at: http://www.britishjudo.org.uk/technical/coaching_home.php.
How is the Qualification Structured?
The qualification is divided into the following units:
| Unit No | Unit Title | Accreditation No. |
| 1 | Analyse Performance and Goal Setting | H/103/5642 |
| 2 | Design a Coaching Programme | K/103/5463 |
| 3 | Manage a Safe and Effective Coaching Environment | M/103/5644 |
| 4 | Deliver a Coaching Programme | T/103/5645 |
| 5 | Evaluate and Develop a Coaching Programme and Practice | A/103/5645 |
| 20 | Coaching Judo | D/501/9593 |
There are 285 recommended learning hours for learners to complete the qualification, of which 70 are guided learning hours.
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What are the Supporting Materials?
Unlike many other awarding bodies that just supply you with the basic qualification standards, we go that extra mile to support you by providing:
- full and comprehensive learner packs,which include a full set of structured learning and assessment tasks to help you deliver the qualification
- tutor/assessor guidance notes,which include sample answers to support you when assessing your students
- qualification administration that is all carried out online, enabling you to process students quickly and effectively, and making the records we hold on your students accessible to you at the click of a mouse.
For recognised centres and tutors, the qualification is supported by the following resources:
- generic administrative guidance and tools for recognised centres
- Qualification Specification outlining the requirements of delivering and assessing the qualification
- 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Judo Tutor/Assessor/Verifier Guidance Pack
- 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Judo Tutor/Assessor/Verifier Learning and Assessment Materials Pack
- internal and independent assessment tools
- BJA Health and Safety Guidelines for Judo Coaches.
For learners, the qualification is supported by the following resources:
- 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Judo Learner Pack
- internal and independent assessment tools
- Coaching Handbook
- BJA Health and Safety Guidelines for Judo Coaches.
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What are the Fees?
Fees are charged per learner and provide registration and certification for the qualification, as well as a 1st4sport Learner Pack, learning resources and certificate. There are no costs involved in applying or becoming a 1st4sport recognised centre. Further information on fees is available from your qualification application form.
How do I Find Out More?
For more information on the organisations that the 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Judo was developed in partnership with, please visit their respective websites at:
British Judo Association – www.britishjudo.org.uk
JudoScotland – www.judoscotland.com
Welsh Judo Association – www.welshjudo.com
Northern Ireland Judo Federation – www.nijf.org
How do I Apply?
If you are not already a 1st4sport recognised centre, but would like to deliver the 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Judo, you will first need to fill in a Centre Recognition Application Form.
To apply, please request a Centre Recognition Application Form
If you are already a 1st4sport recognised centre and would like to seek approval to deliver the 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Judo, please access Athena, the 1st4sport quality assurance system, and complete the qualification approval process. If you cannot remember your username and password, please contact us.
We don’t charge you any fees to apply to deliver this qualification.
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