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Greig Porteous getting his blue belt BJJ from john Kennedy

15 June 2025

Big Congratulations to Greig Porteous – Promoted to Blue Belt in BJJ!

A massive shoutout to Greig Porteous, who’s just earned his blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under the expert guidance of John Kennedy at Prana BJJ! Read more >

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Shinjiro Sasaki and Gordon MccAthie shaking hands at the event held in Aberdeen with participants behind

12 June 2025

A Special Judo Masterclass in Aberdeen: Friendship, Growth, and Unforgettable Moments

This past weekend in Aberdeen was more than just a Judo masterclass – it was a celebration of friendship, shared growth, and the incredible journey we’ve been on since first meeting Shinjiro Sasaki in… Read more >

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younger students of ultimate judo before the granite city championships

5 June 2025

Granite City Grand Prix 2025: Big Effort, Big Spirit from Our Judo Club at Aberdeen Sports Village

The mats were buzzing with action last weekend as our judo team headed to the Granite City Grand Prix 2025, held at the impressive Aberdeen Sports Village. It was one of the biggest competitive outings… Read more >

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Judo, Friendship, and Loyalty: Coach Rodger Bornowski Reunites with Ultimate Judo’s Gordon McCathie in Aberdeen

25 May 2025

Judo, Friendship, and Loyalty: Coach Rodger Bornowski Reunites with Ultimate Judo’s Gordon McCathie in Aberdeen

This past weekend, Ultimate Judo in Aberdeen had the honour of welcoming a very special guest to the tatami—Rodger Bornowski, 4th Dan black belt and the very first coach of Ultimate Judo’s head coach,… Read more >

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Robert boyd showing his katana's to the class

18 May 2025

A Night of Samurai Spirit: Judo Academy Hosts Japanese Sword Master Robert Boyd

As part of our ongoing cultural education at the Judo Academy, students experienced a remarkable event this Friday, diving deep into the world of the Samurai with none other than Robert Boyd, a 4th Dan… Read more >

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Congratulations Ray Stevens on 5th Dan BJJ Promotion

13 May 2025

Congratulations Ray Stevens on 5th Dan BJJ Promotion

Ultimate Judo would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Ray Stevens, who was promoted to 5th Dan in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on Sunday, 12th May 2025. Read more >

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Event date: TBC

Ultimate Judo League – Local, Fun & Focused on Growth

We’re thrilled to launch the Ultimate Judo League, an in-house competition series designed to give every member of Ultimate Judo – from our newest 5-year-olds to our experienced youth – the chance to experience… Read more >

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Certificate of completion for the Trauma informed coach

29 April 2025

Coach Gordon Completes Trauma Awareness Course to Better Support Our Members

We’re committed to creating a safe, supportive environment for everyone — both on and off the mats. We’re excited to share that Coach Gordon has recently completed a specialist course on trauma awareness… Read more >

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infographic about out coaching academy

24 April 2025

Launching the Ultimate Judo Coach Academy – Shaping the Future of Our Club

At Ultimate Judo, our mission extends beyond training strong athletes — we’re committed to building confident leaders, mentors, and role models. We're proud to introduce the Ultimate Judo Coach Academy,… Read more >

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white 2025 limited edition judo gi

2 April 2025

15th Anniversary Judo Suit – Pre-Order Now Before 15th April

15 years of training. 15 years of commitment. 15 years of community. To celebrate our journey, we’re releasing a limited edition 15th Anniversary Judo Suit — a high-performance gi built with heritage… Read more >

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Collage of happy children enjoying Judo camp

25 March 2025

Ultimate Judo Summer Camps 2025 – The Best Summer Experience for Kids in Aberdeen!

Looking for an active, fun, and confidence-boosting summer activity for your child in Aberdeen? Ultimate Judo’s Summer Camps 2025 are now open for bookings—and they’re better than ever! Read more >

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Alessandro Scotti receives his black belt from Gordon Mccathie

11 March 2025

More Than Just a Belt: The Journey to Black Belt in Judo

In the world of martial arts, few accomplishments carry the weight and meaning of a black belt — and in judo, it is especially hard-earned. Unlike other systems where belts may be awarded by a coach’s… Read more >

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