From first class to black belt
SouthWest helps every member grow. However far you want to take your judo, there's a clear pathway to get you there.
Start
Book a free trial and learn the fundamentals in a beginner-friendly class.
Grade
Progress through the belts with structured gradings and kata.
Compete
Test yourself at club, state and national competitions — if you choose.
Give back
Develop as a referee, coach or volunteer and support the next generation.
Explore your pathways
Athlete Pathway
Structured development for committed competitors, with camps, competitions and high-level coaching. Our athletes regularly represent the club nationally — see our world rankings.
View rankings →Kata
The study of judo's foundational forms — essential for grading and a rewarding discipline in its own right.
Grading
Clear, supported progression through the belts as your skills and understanding develop.
Refereeing
Learn the rules from the inside and develop as an accredited referee. See who from SouthWest holds a current licence.
Referee register →Coach accreditation
View our CAF-accredited coaches — the same register data Judo WA uses for SouthWest Judo Academy.
Coach register →Volunteering
Clubs run on community spirit. There are many ways to get involved and give back.
Adaptive Judo
We're committed to making judo accessible for people of all abilities. Talk to us about options.
Wherever you want to go, we'll help you get there
It all starts with a single class.
