Aylwin Judo Club News
The Traditional and the Olympic Styles of Judo
Baseley, Tunsell, Raymond, Bryant, Payne, Dalton
After the warmup we continued with the Olympic style and then followed on with the more traditional style of Judo, switching between styles for the rest of the day. It was quite interesting to see how similar both styles are but also why there might be a difference. The Olympic style emphasis on absolutely making each attack count whilst at the same time not compromising your attacking position.
Thanks to Roger Payne and the Mid Sussex Martial Arts School for facilitating the event and making everyone so welcome at their dojo.
Jamie, Katie and Edwin at Biggin Hill
Jamie, Katie and Edwin at Biggin Hill
Many players won medals and a full tournament report and photos will be published on this website soon.
Peter Vincent wins Silver in Holland
Vincent Looking Strong
Peter Vincent, fighting in the over 90Kg weight group was faced with a number of Dutch National medallists and beat the number one seed, Michel Van Turk, in the quarter final by Ippon hold down. A bruising encounter with Jeffrey Havers of Holland in the semi-final saw a big ippon throw by Vincent take him into the final where he was beaten by Thomas Van Gestel who took Gold.
This competition is always a difficult one to win a medal as you also have to fight off for 3rd and 4th to win a Bronze if you fall into the repecharge so it was important to make the final to hit my medal target. I am sure I will get another chance to fight Van Gestel. It is all part of gaining international experience at this level before moving up to Senior European Cup level and beyond.
Peter Vincent wins Bronze in Antwerp
Antwerp International Medalists
In a tough competition that saw favourite Mistral Janssen of the Netherlands fall at the final hurdle to fellow countryman Kevin Ten Hoeve, Peter completed a podium position finish after defeating Belgian Idrissi Alami Mounir by Ippon in golden score. Peter went down in his first fight against Tom Goermaat of the Netherlands in a close contest which saw a reversal of their previous meeting. However an ippon win against Jeffrey Havers from the Netherlands set up the Bronze final with Mounir.
I was pleased with my performance today as the whole group was filled with great players making all the fights difficult. Idrissi was fighting well and was unlucky not to win the competition after losing a very close fight with the eventual winner by a penalty in golden score. His gripping was excellent and although I did manage to keep attacking it took a big throw in golden score to get the win.
I need to get as much international experience as possible in order to progress to the senior European cup competitions and beyond and I am very happy with my performances so far this year.
Peter Vincent wins Silver in Belgium
The Tournament Medalists
An unexpected loss against Karel De Splentere, a medallist at the Belgian senior nationals, put on early pressure. Peter came back with an ippon hold down win against Jan Aelbrecht to put him back in contention for the Gold medal. The next fight was against top Belgian Robin Monteyne who won under 21 European cup medals in Italy and Poland in 2014 and represented Belgium in the under 21 World Championships. Peter dominated the fight and beat the Belgian on penalties. This left Peter to fight Hungarian Sandor Molnar for the Silver medal. Peter scored wazari in 20 seconds and finished the fight with a massive ippon shortly after. A very impressive set of wins.
I am pleased to pick up a medal as the standard at the competition was excellent. I need to fight European cup medal winners as often as possible and get wins against them to get me to the next level. I only lost the Gold on count back which meant even though I beat the Gold medal winner I only took Silver.
Peter Vincent wins Gold in Belgium
The Tournament Medalists
Peter also celebrated his inclusion on the England Squad for the 8th successive year. It was a great competition to start the year with four tough fights. I am pleased to make the England Squad again this year and receive the Talented Athlete Sports Scholarship funding as one of the top 20 England Judo Squad players. I am currently working with the Sports Science Department of Chichester University as part of the TASS initiative and it is really helping my Judo.
This will be a busy year for me developing my judo skills as a full England Senior having left under 21s as Great Britain number one in my weight.
Richard Raymond 8th Dan Hanshi Judo
Richard Raymond Receiving His Certificate
Richard was presented with his certificate by Roger Payne who is the UK coordinator for the DNBK. Also, in the photo are the three instructors from the Aylwin Judo Club.
Peter Vincent Pushes Into World Rankings
Peter Vincent Collecting His Bronze Medal
This will take Peter just outside the world top 20 when the new rankings come out in the next few days. An added bonus is that it gives him 200 ranking points for the GB under 21 rankings and takes him back to number one after missing a number of ranking competitions last year due to hip surgery.
Aylwin Judo Club Training Session
Aylwin Judo Club Practice Session
Our club has a friendly atmosphere and we welcome players of all abilities. We have several instructors and can work with you on your contest technique be that counters, multiple attacks.
We can also work with you on Kata for your gradings or just for the improvement to you technique that is learnt from kata practice.
Take a look at the "New To Aylwin" menu within the "New to AJC" menu to the left at the top of the page.
We look forward to welcoming you to our club and hope to see you soon.
Peter Vincent Wins Gold in English Open Championships
English Open Championships
Peter took Gold in the Under 100Kg class beating his GB rival Charles Grocock from Huddersfield in the final of the English Open. "I am very pleased with the English Open win having missed the competition last year with injury and it was the only under 21 domestic title that I had not won so it is a special one for me". "I lost to Charles in one of my comeback competitions after my hip surgery last year in a very close fight and it was great to get my revenge in another close fight this time".
Peter will start to move on to internationals shortly with trips to Belgium, Holland and Spain in the next few months and also his first appearance in the Great Britain Senior Open held at K2 Crawley in May.
Oliver Chesney wins Silver in British Championships
British Judo Championships Silver Medalist
Oliver's aim is to one day, perhaps in 2020, be a member of the British Olympic Judo squad and represent his country in this worldwide sporting event.
Olly trains four nights each week and this dedication to his judo means that the past year has been a very successfull one for Olly and he has won numerous medals in competitions at local, national and international level.
Some of Olly's acheivements include the following:
Bronze - British Schools Championships in Sheffield in March 2013
Gold - British Judo Council National Championships in May 2013
Gold - London Youth Games in June 2013 for second year in a row
Silver - London Open in July
Gold - West of England Open in July
Gold - Southend International in October - again winning gold for second year in a row
Silver - Southern Area Open Worthing
Oliver has had an amazing year and his instructors and family are confident of him progressing even further in 2014 when he will need to fight all over the country and abroad to keep the success going. Travelling, accomodation and additonal judo suits for this higher level of competition are expensive and we are looking for sponsors to help Olly and his family fund Olly's endeavours. Should you know of available funding then please let us know so we can check it out.
South London Area Kata Course
Kata Course Attendees
50 Years of Aylwin Judo Club
Simon Highes presents Richard Raymond with a plaque
On Saturday 13th October the Aylwin Judo Club organised a celebration to recognise the contribution of Richard Raymond to the community of Southwark and the Aylwin Judo Club over the past 50 years.
Richard is a Sixth Dan with the British Judo Council and started Judo whilst on national service in the British Army. He is a man of great integrity and the name Richard Raymond is synonymous with the Aylwin Judo Club.
Richard has taught and travelled for Judo across Europe and as far afield as Japan where he demonstrated Judo in the Butokuden in Kyoto, Japan, on two occasions. Friends from Europe attended and many who couldn't be at the event sent messages of congratulations.
..You are a true gentleman both on and off the mat. Your coaching has been invaluable to so many people over the years, many off whom you have guided to a better path of life. We have never known anybody with such a vast amount of expertise in the field of judo...
Many of the messages talked about how Richard is highly respected for his integrity, technical knowledge, expertise and professionalism and thanked him for him giving freely of himself over such a long time.
One surprise message which recognised Richard's achievement was sent from The Dai Nippon Butoku Kai (DNBK) Honbu in Japan. (Honbu means Main Dojo) For which Richard holds international membership.
.....Thus, based on the great leadership, teaching, and service for many years, on behalf of DNBK ID and Honbu, I wish to acknowledge and bestow you the title of SHIHAN in Judo, master teacher of Judo.....
Tesshin Hamada, Chair, DNBK ID, VP Honbu DNBK, Kyoto, Japan
Richard's final surprise of the evening was the arrival of the Deputy Leader of the Liberal Democrats in the House of Commons, our MP for Bermondsey and Old Southwark for almost 30 years, Right Honourable Simon Hughes. Simon presented Richard with a commemorative plaque recognising his contribution to Southwark and the Aylwin Judo Club over the past 50 years and spoke highly of Richard's contribution.
Some of the highlights of Richard's achievements over the past 50 years include the coaching of a number of national champions and national medallists both male and female. Scores of black belts many of whom have gone on to become high ranking Dan grades and club instructors. He headed up 2 highly successful international tournaments at Crystal Palace and a number of national tournaments. Running a club twice a week and for much of that time the South London Area which routinely runs 3 weekends a year for courses and gradings, a further 2 weekends for European trips and around 3 club competitions, is a big commitment. In 1993 Richards was awarded a Scroll of Honour, for high achievement and long service, from Southwark Council.
The organisers of the event were very pleased that Richards's wife and family came to join in the celebrations.
Aylwin Judo Club still thrives Tuesday and Thursday evenings at Scallywags' Nursery which is in St Crispins Church Hall Southwark Park Road.
So, how long is 50 years? When Richard started Judo the domestic microwave oven, TV remote control and the Jet Airliner didn't exist! That's how long 50 years is.
Congratulations Richard!
Sensei John Baseley Promoted to 3rd Dan
Sensei Baseley demonstrating on Sensei Baldwin
After what seems like a very long wait, Sensei John Baseley has had his promotion to 3rd Dan confirmed by the British Judo Council. In the photograph John is seen demonstrating a technique from Ju No Kata with Peter Baldwin. Ju No kata would have been just one of a number of katas that John would have had to demonstrate at the national course in Bognor last year.
Well Done Sensei!
Aylwin Judo Club Diamond Jubilee Flags
Aylwin Judo Club Diamond Jubilee
Triple Medal Win for Peter Vincent
UK School Games Judo
UK School Games Judo
Peter said "I am pleased with my performance this week and I am looking to win Gold at the National Age Banded Championships in October this year and to get selections for the European and World under 20 championships in 2013. It was great experience to compete in the Commonwealth Championships and represent England again".
Club Players Show Stylish Judo in Holland
The European Competition Players
South London Players Attend French Training Camp
French Training Camp
The camp was attended by both National and Regional French and Belgium judoka and it was an excellent standard mixing technique and randori sessions with additional fitness sessions before breakfast.
Both lads felt that the experience gained with the high standard of judo on the camp helped their preparation and hope to return next year. They certainly made friends on the camp with their judo and sportsmanlike attitude which earned them a special mention and applause at the end of the camp. A credit to the South London Area BJC.
Peter Vincent Takes AJA National Titles
Peter Vincent at the AJA National Championships
St Nicolaas Toernooi, Garami Judo Club, Heerle, Netherlands November 2010
Ani and Wim our Hosts
Player and Officials
The Aylwin Judo Club Team
South London Area Kata Course
Kata Course Attendees
Aylwin Judo Club Success in Cambridge
Ready to Go Home
Primaries Displaying Their Medals at the Club
South London Success in Heerle, Netherlands
Aylwin Judo Club Players with their medals
Peter Vincent Collects Gold
South London Area Medalists
Club Instructors Visit Japan
Outside the Butokuden in Kyoto
Kata and Grading Weekend March 2008
Receiving Certificates
Area Grading June 2007
Being Graded
Aylwin Judo Club
Some of Our Seniors
Results
The Aylwin Judo Primaries
The Aylwin Judo Junior