Event date: 21 August 2022

2016 Olympic Champion – Fabio Basile

Fabio Basile — Olympic champion from Rio 2016 — will be visiting Ultimate Judo for a special judo session. After winning gold at –66 kg, he moved up a weight class and now aims to become a two-division Olympic champion. Beginners and advanced judoka alike can benefit: sessions will run in the morning (children) and afternoon (teens/adults).

Why Fabio Basile’s Visit Matters

2016 Summer Olympics saw one of the greatest surprises in modern judo: relatively unknown Italian judoka Fabio Basile stunned the world by winning gold in the men’s –66 kg category.
That victory made history — and cemented Basile’s place among judo legends.

From Olympic Gold to New Challenges — His Path Since Rio

Since 2016, Basile has moved up to the –73 kg weight class and pursued the dream of becoming a champion across two divisions.

Despite injuries and the difficulties of adjusting weight class, his competitive spirit, energy and charisma remain undiminished — qualities that make this visit especially valuable for judoka of all ages. i

What to Expect — Aberdeen Event Details

On 21 August 2022, Fabio Basile will lead a special judo session in Aberdeen hosted by Ultimate Judo.

• Morning slot: dedicated to children — a chance for young judoka to learn directly from an Olympic champion.

• Afternoon slot: for teens and adults — ideal for more advanced training, technique refinement, and inspiration.
  This rare opportunity is not to be missed for anyone serious about judo, or curious to test themselves against world-class standards.

What It Means for Our Club & Community

Bringing in an Olympic champion is more than a headline: it’s a statement. It shows Ultimate Judo’s commitment to giving members — from beginners to competitive athletes — direct access to top-tier expertise.
For young judoka, training under someone who’s experienced victory on the world’s biggest stage can be life-changing. For seasoned members, it’s a chance to sharpen technique, pick up new insights, and measure themselves against a champion’s standard.

We believe in nurturing talent, discipline and passion — and having Fabio Basile with us helps raise the bar for everyone.

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