• Monthly Base Rate: $100
• This rate provides 2 practice sessions per week

• Our Weekly Sessions
> Tuesdays: Session 1: 5pm, Session 2: 6pm, Session 3 (By Appt Only): 8:30pm
> Thursdays: Session 1 (By Appt Only): 6pm, Session 2 (By Appt Only): 8:30pm
> Fridays: Session 1: 5pm, Session 2: 6pm, Session 3 (By Appt Only): 8:30pm
> Saturdays: Session 1: 9am, Session 2: 10am, Session 3 (By Appt Only): 12:30pm, Session 4 (By Appt Only): 2:30pm

If you would like to attend more than 2 sessions per week, please add $10 per session to your base rate.

Things to know at the dojo…

BENEFITS OF JUDO
• Fun Physical Fitness
• Improved Physical Strength & Coordination
• Improved Self Awareness
• Improved Self Defense
• Improved Mental Health
• Increased Social Support
• Increased Life Satisfaction
• Increased Self-Esteem
• Development of Athletic Identity (Self Pride)
• Decreased Secondary Health Conditions

IN THE DOJO

Reishiki = Etiquette

Hygiene (Person)
1. Maintain proper physical hygiene
2. No earrings or piercings
3. Only non-metal hair ties
4. Nails must be cut short (to prevent scratching)
5. Make sure feet are clean prior to stepping on the mat

Respecting the Gi
1. Cleaning Gi – wash & air dry
2. Do not wash the belt(obi) unless necessary
3. No partial or mixed judo Gi
4. Properly folding & storing Gi when not in use
5. No eating and drinking in your Gi
6. If you forget any part of your uniform, you will not be allowed to practice

Bowing/Rei/Mokuso
1. Must bow upon entering and exiting the dojo
2. Must bow prior to stepping on and off the mat
3. Must bow at the beginning and ending of each practice
4. Must bow standing or in seiza when greeting/working out with each judoka/Sensei
5. Must bow when unable to walk behind others, especially Senseis
6. Mokuso – Meditate (Students must be able to mokuso for 1 minute to demonstrate patience & focus
ability)

Mats/Tatami
1. Flip Flops/Slippers/Shoes must be placed neatly on the outside of the mat facing outward
2. No talking or playing on the mat
3. No eating or drinking on the mat
4. All judoka, must help clean and maintain the mats
5. DO NOT walk barefoot on the regular floor before or after getting onto the mat
6. You must be excused to leave the mat
7. Please place water bottles against the wall baseboard to avoid being struck by judoka when taking ukemi.

Safety/Danger
If you are not able to learn to fall properly and apply the techniques safely, then the Senseis will deem it too dangerous for you to continue at our dojo

Class Sessions/Class Requirements
During practice times, if a child is present at the dojo for more than 10 minutes without a parent or guardian, they will be asked to get back into judogi and get on the mat for better, safer supervision. Students are not allowed to lounge in the kitchen/dining area or in the parking lot without parents present. If minors are not practicing, they have to stay on the stage, or in the seating area in the dojo.
1. Senseis will advise which class to attend
2. Senseis decide on when each judoka will be promoted
3. Senseis will advise when a judoka will be allowed to participate in any tournament
4. No talking, yelling, or cheering during class
5. Must properly UKEMI (fall) with 30 days of starting class to continue
6. Discipline – 2 warnings of bad behavior, then you are dismissed from class
7. Coordination (3 attempts) will be accepted
8. Be aware that judo consists of Throwing/Choking/Joint Locks
9. No punching, kicking, scratching, hair pulling, or body slamming
10. No judo outside of the dojo
11. No special treatment
12. No discrimination
13. No profiling

As members of USA Judo and the United States Olympic & Paralympic Commitee, we are all bound by Code of Conduct, Code of Ethics, Anti-Doping/Drugs/Alcohol Policy, Transgender Policy, SafeSport, Concussion Training & Background Screening Policies. To access each of these policies, please visit this link: https://www.usajudo.com/about-us/governance/usa-judo-policies

International Judo Federation Competition Rules & Regulations
• Please visit: www.SOR.ijf.org

No Soliciting: The Dojo is a neutral environment, please refrain from soliciting other members to purchase i.e school or other activity’s fundraisers

Visiting other Dojos
1. Always get permission from the Head Sensei to visit another dojo.
2. Always give a donation for being allowed to visit

Giving Back
Our philosophy is paying it forward and giving back.
1. A donation of any unused, outgrown Gi is appreciated.
2. If you do not bring your own water to practice and choose to take from our donation stock, we ask that you donate water back.

Parents
• For emergency and safety reasons, parents with students in the Beginners class are must stay on the premises during class.
• Parents of students in the Intermediate, Advanced and Competitors classes must inform the lead Senseis if they plan to leave the premises, when class is in session. Please keep in mind that the Judoka & their parents are responsible for providing strong work ethics with a hopeful desire to learn Judo. If your judoka lacks in any areas that restrict their development, that is on the judoka and their parents. Furthermore, it is not the Sensei’s job to give report cards. Therefore, it’s usually better for the parent to watch practice to know and be able to help their child stay on track. We are in the process of adding private live streams of practices, so you will soon be able to observe each practice remotely.
• SG Judo Parents Booster Club — There are so many great experiences our students can have, but today everything costs more money than we would like. Therefore, our Booster Club is here to help raise monies that can help! There is special criteria to benefit from these funds to keep everything fair, but everyone has an equal opportunity to these benefits.
• All Parents are required to volunteer.

Dojo/Community Center
Everyone must help clean and maintain the dojo/community center (which includes the main hall/Dojo/stage/kitchen/restrooms/outside
1. Clean up after yourself
2. Leave the facility cleaner then when you came in
3. No one is allowed to access the refrigerator or cabinets without Senseis approval
4. No students are allowed in the kitchen or dining area without parent.
Volunteer/Community Service
Volunteering is required at both judo and community center events, on committees, on boards, etc.

THIS LIST IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

A HEALTHY JUDOKA IS ALWAYS MOST IMPORTANT

If you suffer any injury please be sure to see your Health Care Provider immediately.  If after examination, your provider permits light duty participation, please feel free to consult with a Sensei for a specialized training program until full health is regained. It is actually good to train when injured. Your body is more resilient than you think. If you’re weak in one area, the rest of your body will compensate to help.

Concussions are a big concern in high impact sports. If you have or feel like you have suffered a Concussion.  Please see your Health Care Provider immediately.

Here is some helpful information with Concussions:

WHAT IS A CONCUSSION?
A traumatic injury to the brain that alters mental status or changes the way the brain normally works. It is caused by a blow to the head or body that forces the brain to move rapidly inside the skull.

IDENTIFYING CONCUSSIONS
As a PAYS parent you have a responsibility to ensure the safety and well‐being of your child at all times, so it is imperative that you are always closely watching them and if any of the following signs are observed, or symptoms are reported, that you immediately alert the coach to remove your child from the activity.

Signs observed by parents or guardians:
• Appears dazed or stunned
• Is confused about assignment or position
• Forgets sports plays
• Is unsure of game, score or opponent
• Moves clumsily
• Answers questions slowly
• Loses consciousness (even briefly)
• Shows behavior or personality changes
• Can’t recall events prior to hit or fall
• Can’t recall events after a hit or fall

Symptoms reported by the athlete
• Headache or “pressure” in head
• Nausea or vomiting
• Balance problems or dizziness
• Double or blurry vision
• Sensitivity to light
• Sensitivity to noise
• Feeling sluggish, hazy, foggy or groggy
• Concentration or memory problems
• Confusion
• Does not “feel right”

DANGER SIGNS
If concussion symptoms become more severe you need to visit the hospital or call 9‐1‐1 immediately. Blood clots can form on the brain and squeeze the brain against your child’s skull, causing serious damage. The following danger signs represent a medical emergency:
• Headache worsens or doesn’t go away
• Weakness/numbness/ loss or decrease in coordination
• Repeated vomiting or nausea
• Slurred speech
• One pupil larger than the other
• Loss or decrease in coordination
• Restlessness or unusual behavior
• Increasing confusion or agitation
• Loss of consciousness/drowsiness/inability to wake up

DEALING WITH A SUSPECTED CONCUSSION

1. Have your child removed from the activity. If concussion signs or symptoms are discovered immediately have the coach pull your child from the activity. Your child must not return to the activity until medically cleared.

2. Evaluating your child. A coach, athletic trainer, or even you can ask short‐ and long‐term questions to gauge your child’s awareness and responses. These questions will help you inform the doctor of the severity of the concussion.

3. Visit a doctor trained in concussion management. A doctor properly trained to diagnose your child for concussions should be consulted to determine the severity of the concussion and the steps your child needs to return to play.

STEPS TO RECOVERY
There is no set timetable for recovery following a concussion. Symptoms can last minutes, hours, days, weeks or even months before the brain has properly healed. Repeat concussions can cause a rare condition more common in young athletes called second impact syndrome, which is more severe than the initial concussion and even fatal in some cases. Once an athlete has suffered a concussion, their chances of a second one are 3 to 6 times greater than an athlete who has never sustained a concussion.

Parents should monitor their children for additional symptoms over the next few days. Symptoms can often take a few days to appear. Athletes should never return to activities if they are still experiencing concussion symptoms.

RESTING

Doctors recommend an athlete who has sustained a concussion get as much rest as possible in the days and weeks following the incident. Rest helps the brain recover and heal itself. Resting includes getting plenty of sleep and relaxing throughout the day while avoiding cognitive activities such as video games, watching television, board games, etc.

Consult with your health care professional trained in concussion management to find the proper way for your child to return to normal activities. If your child sustains a concussion make sure all adults involved in the activity know your child has sustained a concussion.

1. Returning to School – Your child may return to school with shortened or half days with their doctor’s approval. Cognitive and mental activities can be just as stressful on your child’s brain as physical activities. All adults who interact with your child at school should be aware that your child has sustained a concussion and has experienced certain symptoms. These adults can help monitor your child at school for any symptoms that may arise and help accommodate your child’s in‐school needs.

2. Returning to Daily Life ‐ Your child’s health care professional will give recommendations on what you can do for your child over the next few days during their at home activities. Those steps include making sure your child gets plenty of rest throughout the day and adequate sleep at night, including a strict bedtime every night. Allow daytime naps or even breaks from daily activity if your child feels exhausted or tired. Instruct your child to stay away from homework, reading, video games, cell phone, computer use, television, board games and any physical activities as well. Your child should eat properly and stay well hydrated to help the healing process.

3. Returning to Play ‐ Your child must receive written permission from a health care professional with concussion management experience before returning to play. Your doctor should also provide an action plan to get your child ready to compete again. Players should be symptom free at rest, as well as while doing any physical or cognitive activities, before returning.

Here’s a Sample Plan:

Begin one week after concussion symptoms have stopped.

Each step takes approximately one day to complete and a player should only go to the next step if no symptoms have been experienced.

Step 1: Walking, light jogging, light participation in warm up exercises

Step 2: Moderate jogging and light calisthenics, light uchikomi

Step 3: Full speed warm up drills, full speed uchikomi, no ukemi, no taking falls.

Step 4: Full contact practice but in a controlled environment with teammates

Step 5: Full speed activity, assuming no concussion symptoms have been experienced

PREVENTION

Here are a few exercises that will help you strengthen your neck, which could help with future preventable head impacts to the ground:

Click on this youtube link: https://youtu.be/XtOXRKRD2x4?si=BcBnfcbqv1CIKTAv

Click on this youtube link: https://youtube.com/shorts/hn9FrLn6CVc?si=RSwKe6Yi1kFSNmKw​

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San Gabriel Judo Volunteer Teaching Staff
Richie Endow
Taizo Sasaki
Alan Shimamoto
Martin Morales
Anthony Castillo
Daniel Hu
Timothy Hu
Juan Bonilla

San Gabriel Judo Per Diem Teaching Staff
Blinky Elizalde
Tony Mojica
Roy Harting (Gas allowance)
Phillip Horiuchi (Gas allowance)
Bryan Davis (Gas allowance)
Tiffany Yanagi (Gas allowance)

San Gabriel Assistant Teaching Staff
Mako Yoshitake
Ryoshi Nakama
Toshi Irie
Larry Solis
David Davis
Malia Manibog
Waverly Tamanaha
Maddie Tamanaha
Garrett Yanagi
Audrey Tamanaha
Tyler Higashi
Gracie Davis

Lead Duties:

Head Sensei: Richie Endow

Head Coach: Taizo Sasaki

Interim Head Coach for Green Belts & above: Anthony Castillo

Interim Head Coach for White, Yellow & Orange Belts: Martin Morales

Current 1st Class Lead Instructor: Tiffany Yanagi

2nd Class Lead Instructor: Richie Endow & Taizo Sasaki

Advanced Competitor Training: Bryan Davis

High Performance Program Coordinator: David Davis

Technical Instructors: Blinky Elizalde, Richie Endow, Alan Shimamoto, Anthony Castillo, Roy Harting, Bryan Davis, Juan Bonilla & Tiffany Yanagi

Kata Instructors: Daniel Hu & Timothy Hu

Kodokan Basics Instructors: Daniel Hu & Timothy Hu

Adult Judo Program: Juan Bonilla

San Gabriel Judo Board of Directors (5)
1. Alan Shimamoto (term ending 12/31/26)
2. Gary Higashi (term ending 12/31/26)
3. Bryan Garza (term ending 12/31/27)
4. Brandon Nishinaka (term ending 12/31/27)
5. **Open Seat** with term ending 12/31/26

San Gabriel Judo Cabinet
1. **Open Seat**, President [Marie Langarica, Interim President]
2. **Open Seat**, Vice President
3. **Open Seat**, Treasurer [Roxy Chan, Interim Treasurer]
4. **Open Seat**, Secretary [Liz Tamanaha, Interim Secretary]
5. Liz Tamanaha, Events Coordinator
6. Liz Tamanaha, Social Media Manager
7. Lisa Namba-Ruiz, Interim Membership Manager
8. David Davis, Interim Tournament Coordinator
9. Liz Tamanaha & Darren Manibog, Band App Administrators
10. Liz Tamanaha & Gary Higashi, Smoothcomp Club Adminstrators

San Gabriel Judo Senior Advisors
1. Mike Noriega
2. Glenn Koyama
3. Alan Shimamoto
4. Frisco Yamasaki
5. Ken Sakuda
6. Yosh Okamoto
7. Roxy Chan, Accounting Advisor
8. Andy Chang, Financial Advisor

Bylaws
The Bylaws that govern the membership of San Gabriel Judo can be downloaded at this link: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/3gqie2qwvld0mi7zx6x3i/SGJDBylaws_General.docx?rlkey=lhrseakriiurn50ptdkxzji71&st=labytcyj&dl=0

San Gabriel Judo Advanced Training Program

There have been requests to return our program format to pre-Covid days to take our kids to another level, and we hear you!

Starting April 2nd, we are bringing back our popular SWEAT high intensity practices with Sensei Tony Mojica. The SWEAT sessions will continue every Thursday from April 2 to June 11, 2026 6pm to 8pm.

These practices will be led by Sensei Tony Mojica to operate in conjunction with the Saturday (12:30-2:30) National Team Practices, led by Sensei Bryan Davis.

These practices will be open to all competitors at SG. It’s not recommended for white belts, but if you want to try because your kids are hoping to compete, please try. We will be bringing in many guest Senseis regularly, and will have National level judoka of all ages and skill levels from other neighboring dojos in the area attending our Thursday and Saturday practices as well. These plans have been in the works for some time and we are excited to finally make the announcement!

From Sensei David Davis, our High Performance Program Coordinator:

Commitment to the tournaments, Golden State and Junior Olympics is being requested of your families. Please speak with one of our head coaches (Taizo, Anthony or Martin) and I, regarding which tournaments you will be committing to.

If you choose to commit to one or both of the tournaments, we will require attendance at 80% or more of our SGJD practices for the dojo to guarantee that a coach is allocated to your child. If a sensei is available, we will try to coach, but no promises can be made. There will be 8 mat areas, and we only have the budget to send 4 coaches to this event.

If you are injured, please show up to practice and do what you can. We will have a list of exercises you can do if needed to fill time. Commitment & Responsibility are important to our Senseis that make many sacrifices to volunteer their time to help our program. For green belts and above, consistent late arrivals will not be tolerated and count as absences. Missing more than 30 minutes of a practice will count as an absence. If late due to school or medical appointments, please provide signed documentation from your teacher or medical provider.

Extra practice at another dojo must be requested through Sensei David Davis, who will then discuss the request with the Coaches & Lead Instructors, including Sensei Richie and let you know if it is approved. Missing one SG Practice to attend practice at another dojo is against the dojo’s 98 year old policies and will count as an absence regardless of whether it is approved. Only the head instructor, an SG Coach AND Sensei David can excuse you to practice at another dojo in lieu of practicing at SGJD when we have practice. If you are injured, please show up to practice and watch, and again, we will have a list of exercises for you to do.

It’s an exciting time! Get ready for some great memories that will last forever!

Additionally, the SG Judo Board is building criteria for funding for Spokane, so please know that we as a team will be doing many things together to help include your SGs in this experience.

Back Patching made easy!

To make things more convenient for you guys, we have set up an easy option for you guys to get the back patches sewn onto your judogi.

For $20, professional seamstress Judoka Monica will do the IJF compliant turned edge double stitch pattern as required. And the bonus is she will donate $10 of each sewing fee back to San Gabriel Judo because she loves practicing at our dojo!

You’re welcome to leave your gi & back patch at the dojo in a labeled bag, then paypal the $20 to the dojo (PayPal: sangabrieljudo@gmail.com) or coordinate directly with Judoka Monica.

[Name] Monica LOPEZ (Judo Seamstress)
[Mobile] (818) 422-4540

TEAM GEAR & BACK PATCHES
San Gabriel Judo usually has in inventory for sale every day. Occasionally we have back packs and duffel bags for sale. And we can always make more. We encourage our students and artistic parents to come up with different designs that we can put up for presale. Then as soon as we presale 24 pieces, we can move forward with production. Please see a Lead Sensei, and he will find a dojo volunteer to assist you.

DIET & PROPER HYDRATION MANAGEMENT
Please make sure your judoka prepares properly for Judo practice, clinics and competitions. Drink at least 8 ounces of water 5 times per day is a great target plan.

PROTECTING OUR STUDENTS & MANDATORY REPORTING
Please know that San Gabriel Judo is a charter club of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, therefore we are committed protecting our students at all times, and we must absolutely follow the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP) of the USOPC. (This does include parents as well.)

San Gabriel Judo will always provide a safe and protective environment for our students.

There is zero tolerance for:

BULLYING
HAZING
HARASSMENT
POWER IMBALANCE
RETALIATION
MISCONDUCT
• Emotional Misconduct
> Verbal Acts
> Physical Acts
> Acts that Deny Attention or Support
> Criminal Conduct
> Stalking
• Physical Misconduct
> Sexual or Gender Related Harassment
> Noncensensual Sexual Contact
> Sexual Exploitation
> Child Sexual Abuse
> Intimate Relationships
> Exposure to Sexual Imagery or Private Areas
CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE
> There should never been any inappropriate interactions between an adult and minor.
> There is zero tolerance for grooming.
> There should never be an adult and minor alone without supervision.
ABUSE OF ATHLETES WITH DISABILITIES