British Judo Club Support Sessions Running This March
As clubs across the country build momentum into the spring, March presents a key opportunity to refocus, refine plans, and drive growth for the months ahead.
To support this, British Judo is delivering a series of free, practical Club Support sessions throughout March — designed to help clubs strengthen their foundations, increase visibility, and improve member retention.
Whether you’re an established club looking to sharpen your strategy or a growing organisation aiming to build sustainably, these sessions provide clear, actionable steps you can implement straight away.
All British Judo Club Support sessions are:
- Free to attend for British Judo members
- Delivered online, making them accessible to clubs nationwide
- Focused on practical action, not theory
They are designed to support clubs at every stage of development, helping judo thrive at grassroots level.
Finance and Funding for Sustainability — Pricing, Sponsorship, Grants & Bid Writing
Friday 27 February 2026 | 12:00pm-12:45pm | Midday Masterclass (Online)
Put your finances on firm footing. Dive into practical advice on setting prices that work for your club, identifying sponsorship opportunities, securing grants and writing successful funding bids — all critical for long-term sustainability.
You’ll learn how to:
- Plan for financial sustainability and set appropriate pricing
- Identify and secure sponsorship opportunities
- Find and apply for grants that fit your club’s needs
- Write strong funding bids that stand out
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Marketing Foundations: Funnels and Automation Made Simple
Wednesday 11 March 2026 | 6:00pm-7:30pm | Webinar
Effective marketing starts with strong foundations — and it doesn’t have to be complicated.
This practical webinar, delivered in collaboration with NEST Management, will show you how to build a simple, effective marketing strategy for your club.
You’ll learn how to:
- Build a clear marketing funnel to attract and convert new members
- Use automation tools to streamline communication and follow-ups
- Apply practical techniques to improve member engagement and retention
Perfect for clubs looking to grow without adding extra workload, this session focuses on straightforward strategies and time-saving tools that deliver real results — with expert guidance from NEST Management.
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Automation Lab: Trial → Member in 30 Days
Thursday 26th March 2026 | 6:00pm-7:30pm | Online Clinic
Turning trials into committed members is key to sustainable growth — and the right systems make it simple.
This hands-on webinar, delivered in collaboration with NEST Management, will show you how to use automation to guide new joiners through their first 30 days and turn them into loyal, long-term members.
You’ll learn how to:
- Design a simple automated onboarding journey
- Keep new members engaged throughout their first month
- Use practical tools to improve trial-to-member conversion rates
Perfect for clubs looking to boost conversions without increasing admin time, this session focuses on proven workflows and easy-to-implement automation.
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Judo Thinking with Ben Almond: Building Strategies for Growth and Success
Friday 27th March 2026 | 12:00pm-12:45pm | Lunch and Learn
Running a successful judo club or business takes more than effort on the mat — it requires clear leadership and a strong strategic plan.
In this practical webinar, Ben Almond, author of Judo Thinking, shares proven frameworks to help you build structure, adapt to change, and achieve long-term success.
You’ll learn how to:
- Apply practical leadership principles to guide your club or business
- Build a clear strategy framework using The Four Judo Models
- Adopt The Five Judo Mindsets to stay focused, adaptable, and resilient
- Plan for long-term success by understanding how growth evolves over time
Ideal for judo coaches, volunteers, club leaders, and business owners, this session delivers practical tools and expert insight to help you strengthen leadership and create a strategy that drives sustainable growth.
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Stay tuned for further sessions being announced for April!
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