The cost of studying Judo
Judo is a very low cost activity. Virtually anyone can afford to participate.
As this activity is run on a non-profit voluntary basis
- The current tuition for our high level of instruction is only $5/hour (based on $120/ 3 months for beginners : $150/3 months for advanced students).
- Family tuition (2 or more) drops that by 20% to $4/hour and,
- VIJA sponsors employees pay 20% less again.
We charge a flat $75 annual fee to cover a required membership in Judo BC which, governed by Sport BC, provides liability insurance. This also covers the cost of grading and acquiring higher levels of belts to reflect a students rise in proven ability.
The cost of the Judo uniform (called a Judogi) runs $40-70 based on size. Judogi typically last for many years.
While a significant cross-section of Nanaimo residents can't afford comprehensive training in many sporting or leisure activities, judo is definitely affordable for most.
