The Kayahara Judo Club was founded in 1975 by Mr. Murray Kayahara (1927-1983) and a group of interested parents. Sensei (teacher) as he was called, was kindly referred to as the Father of Judo for Southwestern Ontario judoka’s (person’s who participate in judo). He served as regional director of the Southwestern Region from 1973 to 1982, and helped many regional judo clubs get off the ground.
The Kayahara Judo Club is a registered non-profit organization geared to helping children through the teachings of judo. Sensei Kayahara believed that the etiquette, discipline, and sportsmanship of judo help build character in the youth of today. Since his death in 1983, our judo club continues to carry on these ideals and goals, as he would have wanted us to.
The role of the parent in Kayahara Judo Club has always been crucial to its success. Parents are encouraged to stay to watch classes – there is plenty of room and chairs in the gym. Parental input is appreciated and parents are given the ability to air their concerns and by all means do not be afraid to ask any questions you may have.