Hello Everyone! Firstly, a huge welcome to everyone joining us this year! It was a pleasure to meet you all at Freshers' Fair today. Hopefully you are all excited to throw yourselves into Judo and we are sure you will enjoy it as much as we do ( i.e. a LOT! ). If you are coming back for another year of fun and training ... welcome back ! This year will be even more exciting ! Here is everything you need to know for the beginning of term. If you have any other question don't hesitate to ask. Training Sessions: We run three training sessions per week: Wednesday - 12:00 to 2:00 pm Thursday - 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm Friday - 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm Wednesday's and Thursday's sessions are held in the Union Gym, Level 3 of the Imperial College Union Building. Friday's session is held at iGym London, the Woodwards Buildings gym in North Acton. Feel free to come to as many sessions as you can / want! First Session: Our first Taster Session is TOMORROW ( Wednesday 4th ) from 12:00 to 2:00 pm. If you can, try to be there a bit earlier so that you can get changed in time. Please bring comfortable sports clothing that does not restrict your range of movement. Some tracksuit trousers and an old tshirt you don't mind getting stretched would be just fine. We do have a selection of judogis ( Judo uniforms ) that you can borrow but we might not have enough for everyone! In tomorrow's session we will start from the basics, giving you a gentle introduction to Judo ( literally meaning the 'gentle way' ). You will learn how to fall ( first step in learning how to throw others ) and progress on some basic ground and standing techniques. If you are already a seasoned judoka don't worry though ! The session will be perfect to get you back in the swing of things and there will be plenty of other higher graded members to train with :) If you cannot be there tomorrow just come along to any of our other sessions. There will always be someone there to help you! Membership and fees: This week and next week's sessions will all be completely free! Just come along to any of them and give Judo a go! We'll help you sort everything out if you need help :) Social Media: We have a Facebook group where most of the more informal and spontaneous organisation happens. This includes updates on socials, competitions, training times, judo videos and much more! Join us now and don't be afraid to post or ask questions! https://www.facebook.com/groups/161492510549009/ We are also (finally ;) ) updating our website so don't be afraid to have a look there too: https://www.union.ic.ac.uk/acc/judo/ All important information will be sent over this mailing list. Where is the Union Gym? If it's your first time here at Imperial here is how to reach the Union Gym: Address: Imperial College Union Level 3 Beit Quadrangle Prince Consort Rd Kensington, London SW7 2BB [cid:b3983ef9-ca85-4a5e-a65e-3d5d2114e110] Once you have entered into the inner court of the Beit Quadrangle from Prince Consort Road, go to Level 3 ( the last floor ) of the building in front of you (Union Building). The gym will be right there! Where is iGym London? Friday sessions are held outside of campus, at iGym London. Here's where it is: Address: iGym London, Victoria Road, Acton, London W3 6BL [cid:18292ee6-c69f-4c5e-a232-16e69eca47f6] Hope to see all of you on the mat! +IC Judo Committee
