Invitation to all Judoka!

On behalf of the Australian Kodokan Judo Association, the Kodokan Judo Association of SOUTH AUSTRALIA, is proud to be hosting the 2011 AKJA Open National Judo Championships in conjunction with the 13th Australian Masters Games on the 7th, 8th and 9th of October, 2011.

The South Australian Kodokan Association prides itself on being able to host and present successful tournaments, as history has shown. We hope that all of our National & International guests, both competitors & supporters, find the tournament a friendly & successful one.

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The Tournament:

There will be 2 Competition areas set up for the Tournament. Hot & cold food and refreshments will be available at the hall during the event. The Kata Tournament will take place on Friday 7th October commencing at 5.00pm. The opening ceremony will commence at 9.30am on Saturday 8th with all team members being required to attend and march on. The opening ceremony will be for both the Nationals and Masters Games competitors. The Junior & Intermediate shiai contests will be conducted on Saturday 8th October commencing after the Opening Ceremony at 10.15am with the Senior & Masters Games shiai conducted on Sunday 9th October starting at 10.00am. Trophies will be presented at the conclusion of competition each day.

AKJA Open National Judo Championships:

The A.K.J.A. National Titles is again open to non-Association members which is a promising sign of the commitment and work by the National body in an attempt to unify Australian Judo. However, all entrants (except International Competitors) must enter through the A.K.J.A. affiliated State Association. Please find enclosed information on various accommodation and tourist locations handy to the venue which we hope will suit all of your accommodation needs.

Australian Masters Games:

There will be no AKJA “Veterans” divisions this year due to the amalgamation of the tournament with the 13th Australian Masters Games (AMG). Masters aged competitors will be required to enter the Australian Masters Games for competition. This can be done by going to the AMG website at www.australianmastersgames.com and completing the online entry form or by contacting the AMG office on (08) 8409 1900 and requesting they send out a hard copy registration booklet. The cost for competing in the Masters Games is higher than the AKJA Nationals but there are bonuses and freebies on offer for Masters Competitors included with their entry fee.

PLEASE NOTE: Players will NOT be able to turn up on the day expecting to compete in the Masters Aged events if they have not registered with the Australian Masters Games prior to the event.

The Masters Kata Tournament will be incorporated into the Nationals Kata Tournament on Friday 7th October commencing at 5.00pm. Saturday 8th October will be a rest day for the Masters Aged participants who can enjoy watching the junior & intermediate competitors. All Masters Games weight divisions will be held on Sunday 9th October.

Opening Ceremony:

An opening ceremony to commence the AKJA National Championships and the Australian Masters Games will be held between 9.30am – 10.00am on Saturday, prior to the commencement of the Junior Competition. Junior, Intermediate & Senior competitors competing in the National Championship Divisions will assemble in their individual State Teams. Masters Aged participants will assemble together as the AMG competitor group. This will make it easier to recognise the Masters Competitors and recognise their participation.

Entry Fees:

National Titles Entry Fee:
$35 Juniors – $50 Intermediate/Senior Divisions
Payment of entry fees for the AKJA National Titles needs to be forwarded through the State Kodokan Judo Association. In the case there is no State Kodokan Judo Association, payment needs to be forwarded with the completed registration form to:

AKJA, P.O.Box 74 Moreland, Victoria, AUSTRALIA, 3058. Cheques to be addressed to Australian Kodokan Judo Association.

Registration forms are available now on the AKJA website at: www.judokodokanaustralia.org/2011/05/13/registration-2011/

Australian Masters Games Entry Fee:
Overall registration cost is $99 + GST ($110). This includes backpack & other items/discount & free travel vouchers etc only provided to AMG participants. The Australian Masters Games Village is going to be established at Memorial Drive and housed within the S.A. Tennis Centre/Adelaide Oval complex. Only AMG participants and credentialed officials/accompanying persons will be allowed access to the Games Village. This cost covers entry to the AMG Gala Opening Ceremony, Closing Ceremony and Nightly entertainment and drink specials offered at the village along with a terrific atmosphere to boot! All AMG participants will be covered by insurance provided as part of the games registration. Further info can be found on the AMG website for Judo, with links there to the AMG Registration page.

Judo Sport Fee:
$35pp if entering one event type - either the Kata or Shiai Tournament. $45pp if entering both Kata & Shiai events.

PLEASE NOTE: The AKJA cannot accept any entry fees for the AMG events. These must be forwarded to the AMG office direct, either through electronic payment or post with the required entry form; entry forms for the 13th Australian Masters Games are available from the Registration Page of the AMG website.

Spectator Fee:
There will be a minimal spectator fee charged for each day. Children under 15yrs free. Free entry will be granted to any person with AMG accreditation (AMG i/d pass must be presented on admission)

Social Function:

There will be a social function (dinner dance) held at the Police Club in Carrington Street, ADELAIDE on the Sunday night after the conclusion of the Seniors & Masters Tournament. There is a $10pp ticket cost which covers entry, entertainment & door prizes. Entry is restricted to children 15 years and over. A La Carte meals are available at very reasonable prizes with the Police Club Chef winning numerous awards for his fantastic steak dishes. Fish, chicken, and an assortment of other meat & game dishes are available with an inclusive salad bar. Drink specials will be on offer during the night. Renowned acoustic duo, “FigJam” will provide entertainment through the night encouraging plenty of dancing, laughing and fun to be had.

Details of the event can be viewed on the Association webpage at www.kodokanjudosa.org.au or by checking the 2011 Australasian Masters Games webpage. Bookings for the dinner will be necessary and will have to be paid for in advance. Persons interested in the dinner should contact the undersigned to make bookings.

Further Enquiries:

If you have any queries about the National Titles, the location of venue, transport or anything else, please do not hesitate to call me at the State Headquarters on (08) 8371 4055 (answering machine) or mobile number: 0416115195.

When you have selected your accommodation, can you please let us know where your team is staying and what your arrival time is anticipated at, so that either myself or one of the Committee members can meet you at your location and assist with anything that your team may need. We will have a supply of maps and other tourist books should you need them during your stay.

Looking forward to seeing you in the near future.

David Gordge President Kodokan Judo Association (S.A.) Ph: 83714055 (Association Headquarters) Mob: 0416115195

For the full details, simply download the AKJA Info Pack (PDF 778kb) – the download will begin automatically