SouthWest Judo Academy is delighted to announce that eight of our dedicated judoka have achieved black belt promotions at the final Dan Grading of 2024. This remarkable milestone is a testament to their relentless hard work, perseverance, and passion for judo.
Congratulations to:
- Olivia Knights, Tanya Charters, Ewan Smith, Antony Mullins, and Alyssa Fry for earning their 1st Dan black belts.
- Marlee Mickle and Giulio Gerace for attaining their 2nd Dans.
- Jacob Read, our very own coach and leader, for achieving his 4th Dan.
These achievements reflect the collective effort of our community. We extend our gratitude to the club members who supported our judoka during their preparations and served as grading partners on the big day. A heartfelt thank you also goes to the grading panel and Judo WA for facilitating a professional and thorough process.
To our newly promoted black belts, we are incredibly proud of you. Congratulations on reaching this outstanding milestone—your journey inspires us all! 💪🥋