INTRODUCING OUR 2025 DEVELOPMENT SQUAD

FIN / Brown Belt

“I love Judo Aotearoa because it is so much more than just Judo. It’s a community that teaches discipline, respect, and the strength to grow both on and off the mat.”

LUCAS / Brown Belt

“Doing Judo over the years has boosted my confidence and has taught me discipline. It's changed my lifestyle for the better.”

CHARLES / Brown Belt

“Judo Aotearoa has helped me, as well as others develop our skills in Judo and grow as a team. Judo itself has changed my life and taught me many valuable lessons around respect and discipline”

HAMISH / Brown Belt

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ZAC / Brown Belt

“Judo has taught me discipline, resilience, and how to stay calm under pressure. Being part of the Judo Aotearoa Development Squad means I get to grow alongside a team that pushes each other to be better every day”

BRODIE / Brown Belt

“Since I started Judo, my life has changed, not only because I have learnt a valuable skill in martial arts but I have also learned respect for myself and for others. I am grateful to all the people who pushed me to get to this point in my life, which I couldn’t have done without Judo Aotearoa.”

BENJI / Blue Belt

“Judo Aotearoa has opened up incredible opportunities for me, training in Japan with high school and university athletes was an experience I’ll never forget. I’ve been doing Judo since I was 8 and Judo Aotearoa has been a huge help on my journey”

MARCUS / Blue Belt

“The Judo Aotearoa Development Squad stands for commitment to training, and improving as a team. We train together to boost the knowledge and skill of each other”