Upper
Canada
Judo Club
“Building strength and character through judo”
Our Story
The Upper Canada Judo Club was formed in February 2002 by Mr. D. Burt. Over two decades, UCJC has grown into one of the region's most decorated judo clubs, with athletes medalling at Provincial, National, and International levels.
Sensei Burt has been involved in judo for over 30 years as both a competitor and coach, holding the rank of 5th Dan black belt. He is an NCCP Level 3 certified coach and sits on the Provincial Grading Board, and was named Judo Ontario's Coach of the Year in recognition of his contribution to developing athletes at every level, including guiding students to the 2009 Cadet World Championships in Budapest.
Our NCCP-certified black belt instructors welcome all levels — competitive athletes and recreational students alike. UCJC is proud of its multi-generational families training side by side.
NCCP Certified Coaches
International, National and Provincial level Athletes
Weekly Schedule
Programs for all ages and skill levels.
A fun, laidback intro to Judo for all ages — no experience needed. We focus on the fundamentals: safe falling (ukemi), balance, footwork, and basic throws, taught step by step in a relaxed, encouraging environment. Expect warm-up games, partner drills, and light practice that build coordination, confidence, and respect on the mat.
A high-intensity class for serious Judoka looking to sharpen competition-level skills. Expect demanding conditioning, advanced throws and combinations, and live randori with a competitive edge. We push pace, precision, and tactical execution — grip fighting, transitions, ne-waza pressure, and situational sparring designed to simulate real match conditions. This class demands focus and discipline; you'll be pushed physically and mentally to prepare for tournament-level competition.
A focused, less frequent class dedicated to Kata for students preparing for Shodan grading. Sessions emphasize precision, timing, and correct form over intensity — breaking down each sequence in detail and drilling until movements become clean and consistent. Expect close attention to technique, posture, and partner coordination, with an emphasis on understanding the principles behind each Kata, not just memorizing the sequence. Ideal for students serious about grading and deepening their technical understanding of Judo.
Schedule may vary. Check the calendar for closures and tournaments. Questions? judofamily8@yahoo.ca
Club Calendar
Practice dates, tournaments, holiday closures and club events.
Times shown in Eastern (Toronto). Add events from Google Calendar and they appear here automatically.
Official Club Store
Get Your UCJC Gear
Rep the club on and off the mat. T-shirts, hoodies, bags and more.
Location & Contact
99 Thornton Road South
Oshawa, Ontario L1J 5Y1




