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WELCOME TO KIZUNA JUDO
Kizuna Judo Club is located in Maple Ridge, BC. Kizuna Judo Club's main goals are to help people to reach their potential both mentally and physically, as well as to create social bonds and connections that will last a lifetime.
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Kizuna Judo Club prides itself on high quality instruction, a friendly and inclusive atmosphere, and an environment that fosters growth, social connections, confidence, and leadership. The instructors and club are certified and supported by Judo BC and Judo Canada.
ABOUT US
In Japanese, "Kizuna" means bonds or connections. While we teach martial arts, we also believe that it is the social experiences, bonds, and connections we form with each other that make judo so special.
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At Kizuna Judo Club, our training partners, teammates, and students are very important to us. We want to help you meet your goals, whether it be learning a martial art, winning a competition, fitness, fun, self-defence, or something else!
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We hope that we can learn and grow alongside you, to offer you the best learning environment possible!
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MEET OUR TEAM
Takeru and Ashley Nobeashi
Takeru Nobeashi has been training judo for over 28 years. He grew up practicing competitively in Japan and fought on his university team and in international competitions before moving to Canada. As a result, he has a vast knowledge of competitive judo and strategies. He also has a comprehensive understanding of judo-related fitness and nutrition strategies. Takeru is the head instructor and coach for the Kizuna Judo Team and is Dojo Instructor certified by Judo Canada.
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Ashley Nobeashi began training judo 11 years ago, but her martial arts journey began in Taekwondo. After training Taekwondo for over 10 years, Ashley has transitioned to judo and now offers a unique perspective on multi-modal self-defence. Ashley is the secondary instructor and coach for the Kizuna Judo Team and is also Dojo Instructor certified by Judo Canada.