our programs

Our dojo is certified in the Level 1 Adaptive Judo Coaching Course, enabling us to provide judo instruction for students with disabilities. This course equips us with essential knowledge in disability awareness and adaptive coaching techniques, covering the history of special needs judo, coaching for contests, safety rules for play and competition, and various judo games. The training also includes a focus on understanding different disabilities, ensuring we can effectively support all our students.

All Valkyrie Judo coaches are USA Judo sanctioned coaches, ensuring they meet the highest standards of certification and safety. Each coach maintains an active USA Judo membership throughout their certification period. They are required to undergo NCSI screening, which is valid for two years, and must renew their background check if it expires during their certification. Additionally, all coaches complete the SafeSport training, which is valid for one year. Valkyrie Judo also accepts judo rank certificates from recognized organizations, including USA Judo and others, ensuring that only qualified individuals are part of our coaching team.

The current coaching staff holds National and Continental Level coaching certifications, respectively.

You can find us on the USA Judo Certified Coach Locator here.

Valkyrie Judo is a sanctioned club with USA Judo, meaning it adheres to the organization's compliance standards. To maintain this status, Valkyrie Judo has a fully certified USA Judo coach present at all times. Additionally, the club ensures that all members and staff complete the U.S. Center for SafeSport training annually and remain current with their NCSI Background Checks. This commitment to safety and compliance underscores Valkyrie Judo's dedication to creating a secure and supportive environment for all participants.

You can find us on the USA Judo Club Locator here.

We are proud to be a chartered club with the United States Judo Association (USJA). In line with the USJA’s commitment to spreading the art of Judo to the best of our abilities in the spirit of jita-kyoei—mutual benefit—we honor Jigoro Kano’s vision when he founded Judo and carry that philosophy on and off the tatami. We look forward to providing support, education, and a community of like-minded people to help foster the growth and expansion of Judo in the United States.Item description

The United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC), in partnership with Stand Up LLC and the Susan Crown Exchange, has developed a course aimed at training one million coaches in social and emotional learning as part of the Million Coaches Challenge. The course emphasizes that effective coaching combines technical skills and human development, highlighting the importance of emotional intelligence in enhancing athletic performance. It notes that sports provide an excellent environment for practicing these skills, with key components including self-awareness, social awareness, self-management, and relationship management. Continuous reflection on emotional intelligence is essential for coaches to support their athletes' development. Coach Raquel Flowers has also received her accreditation in Connection-Based Coaching, enhancing her ability to create supportive environments for her athletes.

The American Red Cross course in Adult, Child, and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED provides comprehensive training on how to recognize, respond to, and manage emergencies involving adults, children, and infants. It covers essential skills such as administering first aid, performing CPR, and using an AED. All coaches are certified in this course, ensuring they are prepared to effectively assist in emergency situations and help save lives.