The Mushin School Judo Challenge
An inspiring athlete-led school experience bringing Olympic, Commonwealth and elite athletes into schools through judo, fundraising, healthy living and positive wellbeing.
Discover the Challenge in 60 Seconds
See how the athlete visit, judo experience and fundraising challenge create a positive impact for pupils, schools and elite athletes.
More Than a School Visit
The Mushin School Judo Challenge is an athlete-led school experience designed to inspire children through the real journeys of Olympic, Commonwealth and elite athletes.
Pupils hear an honest and motivating athlete story, learn about resilience, healthy choices and positive wellbeing, experience judo in a safe and engaging environment and take part in a fundraising challenge supporting their school, the visiting athlete and the future growth of school judo.
An Unforgettable Day for Pupils
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![Children practicing martial arts with an instructor in a dojo, with activities like sparring, balancing, and ground fighting, illustrating core skills like movement, balance, coordination, and confidence.]()
Judo Experience
Pupils take part in fun and safe introductory judo activities covering movement, balance, coordination and confidence.
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![Illustration of a woman in a tracksuit giving a presentation to a group of children seated on the floor in a classroom or auditorium, with a large screen behind her displaying points about an athlete assembly, including achievements, challenges, setbacks, and lessons learned.]()
Athlete Assembly
Pupils hear the visiting athlete’s story, including their achievements, challenges, setbacks and the lessons they have learned through sport.
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![A colorful poster titled "Healthy Living & Wellbeing" featuring illustrations of healthy habits. It includes icons for eating well, staying hydrated, getting enough rest, moving every day, being resilient, and staying positive. The poster shows three children smiling and raising their fists, with an adult holding a soccer ball giving a thumbs-up.]()
Healthy Living and Wellbeing
Athletes encourage children to think positively about movement, nutrition, rest, resilience and looking after their physical and mental wellbeing.
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![A teacher standing in front of a classroom with students raising their hands, engaging in a question and answer session during Question Time.]()
Question Time
Children have the opportunity to ask questions and discover what life is really like as an elite athlete.
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![Children receiving participation certificates from a teacher during a fundraising event, with medals and a trophy on a table.]()
Participation Certificates & Rewards
Every pupil receives a participation certificate and the highest fundraisers are recognised with specials awards.
One Challenge. Three Areas of Impact.
The Experience Does Not Have to End There
Children who enjoy their introduction to judo are shown suitable opportunities to continue through weekly school sessions, Mushin venues and trusted local judo clubs.
School Challenge →
Weekly Judo
→ Gradings
→ Club Pathway →
School Challenge → Weekly Judo → Gradings → Club Pathway →
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No. Participation in fundraising is optional.
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Every participating pupil receives a participation certificate. Bronze, Silver and Gold awards are available for pupils who reach the fixed reward levels.
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No. Activities are designed as a safe and accessible introduction for beginners.
FAQs
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Schools receive safeguarding information, insurance details, risk-assessment documents, teacher resources and parent communication materials.
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Payments are made securely through the Stripe QR code printed on each pupil’s sponsor form.
Bring The Mushin School Judo Challenge to Your School
Give your pupils the opportunity to meet an inspiring athlete, experience judo and create a positive fundraising impact for your school.