NEWS

(04/08/2026)

The club will be closed on the 11th and 18th of August.

Return to regular session timing from the 8yj of September.

(04/08/2026)

Our holiday training times for 01/09/2026 is :

Kids & Juniors: 6:15 - 7:30pm

Seniors: 7:30 - 9:00pm

Up Coming Events

About Us

Middlewich Judo Club

Active member of the British Judo Association since 2018, the club was formed in 2022 by South African Judoka & Coach Jared Jack on request of the parents of children in the community.

With the help of some friends a portable tatami was purchased, and the first Judo lessons were conducted by Sensei Jared at the local united reform church hall.

All protocol observed, the club was recognised by British Judo and is registered with the British governing body as a bona fida club servicing the community.

The club has gone from about 10 judokas to almost 70 registered players from novice white belts to black belts. In the last year the club has produced 3 black belts.

The club is well known for introducing regular specialists and well-known coaches Including Vic Scott, Jujitsu coach and Judo champion, Desiree Jack 5th Dan KATA specialist and multiple Commonwealth Veteran Champion from South Africa, Jason Millbank 5th Dan Coach & jujitsu practitioner. These specialists have added value to the club by exposing the judoka to different skills and important segments of Judo which can be incorporated into competition, Grading and more importantly Knowledge of the sport.

The club is run and supported by a team of dedicated parents and friends who have contributed in making this a family club which provides training in the martial arts for competition, personal fitness, mental fitness and discipline.

Our Team

Our team is made up of multiple individuals who are dedicated to making our club run efficiently.

Head Coach & Chairman

Jared Jack

Founder of Middlewich Judo club and has 3 decades of experience. With multiple medals acclaimed from local to international, Jared has represented South African on a Junior level , medalled at Senior Level and is currently on the British Masters team. A level 2 Coach and 2nd Dan Black belt with the British Judo association. Jared is known for his hands on approach when it comes to Judo and always takes his time to help students improve.

Due to injury in May 2026 - Jared has passed the temporary position to Kyle Wilkinson as Interim Head Coach for the club.

Secretary & Safeguarding Officer

Samantha Wilkinson

With over a decades experience in the Judo world , Sam has a great understanding of Judo in regards to admin, safeguarding is and has worked as a table official at many competitions over the years. Her presence is the club is a key factor for the club running to date.

Sam also has Honorary Life Membership with the club for his services to our Judo community.

Interim Head Coach - Level 2

Kyle Wilkinson
BSc Sport Science (Judo)

A 1st Dan black belt, who has over a decades' experience in Judo with competing, refereeing and Coaching. Kyle is a relentless competitor with a big heart who specializes in teaching Juniors fundamental. He has won many medals and has Honorary Life Membership with the club for his services to our Judo community.

As ofJune of 2026 Kyle accepted the temporary Position as interim head Coach to cover for Jared whilst healing from Injury.

Level 1 Coach

Adam Pope

Adam has been practicing judo for over 18 years. A very experienced brown belt he has joined the club in 2023.

Level 2 Coach -Seniors

Martin Barrie

Martin has been doing Judo for Multiple decades and has been a registered Level 2 Coach since 1994.

A 2nd Dan Black belt with Competitive experience in Seniors and Masters tournaments gaining multiple medals and competing at world Veteran's championship in Paris 2025.

Martins coaching style brings a 'fighting fit' approach which includes plenty Cardio and technique.