Club Judo Verdun, located in Verdun, offers a dynamic and welcoming environment for individuals of all ages to learn and practice the martial art of Judo. The club's season for 2023-2024 offers sessions starting in September and running through to May. Registration takes place at the Marcel-Giroux Community Centre at the beginning of each session.
Led by the Director Technical, Mamad Raheemeea, a 4th Dan Black Belt with PNCE 3 certification, and assisted by Black Belt instructors Shannon Cunning and Lonie Ramambzafy, the club provides high-quality instruction to its members. The club's schedule includes classes for various age categories, starting from 5 years old and above.
Founded in 1981, Club Judo Verdun is a non-profit organization run by its members, including judokas and parents of judokas. The club aims to provide affordable access to learning and practising Judo. Supported financially by the Verdun City Community Activities Service, the club has a permanent dojo, changing rooms, and showers. Affiliated with Judo Qubec, members have the opportunity to compete at regional, provincial, national, and international levels.
Judo is not just a sport but an art form that promotes agility, balance, and strength. It is a safe and constructive way to release stress and build confidence. The emblem of Judo, a white cherry blossom with a red circle in the middle, symbolizes purity, detachment, and determination. Whether you're a child, teenager, or adult, male or female, Judo is a sport for everyone to enjoy in a secure and supportive environment.
For those interested in exploring the world of Judo, Club Judo Verdun welcomes you to join its community and experience the benefits of this ancient martial art. For more information, contact the club at the Marcel-Giroux Community Centre in Verdun. Join the Club Judo Verdun family and start your Judo journey today!