Lons le Saunier, France – The Alliance Dojo 71 and the Judo Club de Charolles recently concluded a weekend of rigorous examinations, resulting in the awarding of new black belts and marking a significant achievement for the Alliance Dojo 71. The weekend included kata and Uv (technical component) exams on Saturday, followed by combat efficiency tests on Sunday.
The Alliance Dojo 71, which also provides instruction to the Judo Club de Charolles, saw strong representation from both clubs during the examinations. Serge Bruyas, a candidate from Charolles, successfully completed his kata and Uv technical exams, fulfilling all remaining requirements for his black belt. This achievement represents a 100% success rate for students instructed by the Alliance Dojo 71’s professors. A dedicated article detailing Bruyas’ accomplishment is forthcoming.
On Sunday, eleven judokas from the Alliance Dojo 71 and one from Charolles participated in combat tests, aiming to accumulate points towards achieving the 1st, 2nd and 3rd dan levels. The scoring system required 100 points for the 1st and 2nd dan, and 120 points for the 3rd dan.
Here’s a breakdown of the points earned by each participant:
- For the 3rd dan:
- Maxime Charollais – 10 points
- David Pacaud – 10 points
- For the 2nd dan:
- Benoit Regnier – No points earned
- For the 1st dan:
- Theo Spinelli – 30 points
- Zoé Franco – 10 points (combat test completed)
- Alexandre Watel – 10 points
- Simon Charbonnier – 40 points
- Nicolas Paolozzi (Charolles) – 17 points (combat test completed)
Several other participants – Emilie Watel, Jessica Adam, Jules Ropars, and Sofian Malik – were unable to accumulate points during the tests.
The weekend culminated in the awarding of two new black belts: the 300th black belt awarded by the Alliance Dojo 71, and another for a member of the Judo Club de Charolles. This milestone underscores the Alliance Dojo 71’s commitment to excellence in judo instruction and development.
The Alliance Dojo 71 has established itself as a prominent judo organization in the Saône et Loire region, boasting nearly 400 members across eight training locations as of 2023-2024. More information about the club can be found on their official website.
Founded on the principles of discipline, respect, and continuous improvement, the Alliance Dojo 71 offers judo training for practitioners of all ages and skill levels. The club focuses on both preparing students for belt examinations and providing opportunities for competitive judo. They also manage the JC Charolles and contribute to the training of black belt candidates, as evidenced by Serge Bruyas’ recent success.
The Alliance Dojo 71 maintains an active online presence, with updates and information available on their Facebook page and Instagram account. The club is currently promoting its first National Kyu Open on April 12th.
The Alliance Dojo 71’s dedication to judo extends beyond training, as demonstrated by their organization of competitions and commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment. The club’s success is a testament to the hard work of its instructors and the dedication of its members.
Looking ahead, the Alliance Dojo 71 will continue to provide high-quality judo instruction and opportunities for its members to grow and excel. The club’s next major event is the National Kyu Open on April 12th, and further details will be shared on their social media channels. Follow the Alliance Dojo 71 on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates and information.
