About
3Ks Judo Club offers both MMA and judo training in Birmingham, AL, with a coaching staff that includes world-class competitors and experienced instructors. Coaches like Robert Holden, a World Masters Champion, Jack Webb, a former GBR senior squad member, and Zviad, a competitor from Georgia, provide diverse expertise. The club emphasizes a welcoming environment for all community members, regardless of religion, ability, culture, or background, fostering a family-like atmosphere where members train hard and learn together. Founded in 1964 by Dr. Malcolm Collins, who also established the British Schools Judo Association, the club has a rich history that includes hosting teams like the Japanese and Korean National squads and even the grandson of Judo founder Professor Jigaro Kano. This legacy, combined with a focus on fun and respect, creates a supportive space where members can grow in the sport.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members describe the gym as a friendly club with great coaching and a lot of history, noting it welcomes people from all backgrounds and religions. They praise the training experience as hard but fun, emphasizing a family-like environment where everyone learns together. Specific mentions include the club's historical significance, such as hosting international teams, and the welcoming atmosphere fostered by the coaching staff. No concerns are raised in the reviews, with members consistently highlighting the positive community and coaching quality.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (2)
Jack Dobbinson
4 years ago
Trained there for a number of years. Friendly club with great coaching and a lot of history!
Jack
2 years ago
Karu Kyoshi Kan, aka 3ks Judo club, was founded in 1964 by Dr Malcolm Collins, who also founded the British Schools Judo Association along with Kenny Webber. Likes of Japanese and Korean National teams have trained at the club, and even the grandson of Professor Jigaro Kano the founder of the Olympic sport of Judo, has been to the club. Our aim is to welcome all members of the community, we respect and welcome people from all reglions, abilities, cultures and backgrounds to the sport of Judo. We train hard, have fun and learn from the sport together as a sort of family. As the world of judo is literally, one big family. Jack Webb - 3ks Chairman
Contact
Harry Mitchell Leisure Centre, Broomfield, Smethwick B67 7DH, UK
scheduleHours
Monday: 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Robert Holden
Coach
World Masters Champion
Present coach at 3ks Judo Club. World masters champion (2015 approx).
George Grant
Coach
Present coach at 3ks Judo Club.
James Lawrence
Coach
3ks coach pictured with Jack Webb at the Commonwealth Games 2023.
Jack Webb
Coach
BSc PGCE QTS, former GBR senior squad member
Present coach and player. Former schoolboy BSJA champion, GBR cadet and senior squad member. Lived and trained in Japan.
Steve Tooth
Coach
Present coach at 3ks Judo Club. Coached medalists at competitions.
Zviad
Coach
Competitor from Georgia
Coach and competitor from Georgia who took sessions at the club in early 2024.