# Fighting Fitness Judo

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> Fighting Fitness Judo (FFJ) is a judo club based in Woking and Guildford, Surrey, UK. Founded in 2015 by Vince and Samantha Skillcorn, both former British International judoka. The club has 500+ active members across two locations and offers structured judo programmes for ages 3 through to adult. The club's goal is to reach 1,000 members within three years.

## About

- Website: https://www.fightingfitnessjudo.com
- Phone: 07401 293204
- Email: info@fightingfitnessjudo.com
- Established: 2015
- Founders: Vince Skillcorn (Head Coach, 4th Dan, Level 5 Coach, MSc Advanced Sports Performance Coaching, former British International) and Samantha Skillcorn (Commonwealth Games Champion 2002, 3rd Dan, Level 2 Coach, former British International)
- Motto: Transforming Lives, One Belt at a Time

## Locations

### Woking (Flagship Dojo)
- Address: Baltic House 6, Lansbury Business Estate, 102 Lower Guildford Road, Knaphill, Woking, GU21 2EP
- Programmes: Tigers (ages 3–4), SuperKids (ages 5–7), Juniors (ages 8–12), Teens & Adults (ages 13+), Ladies Judo, Birthday Parties
- Serves: Woking, Knaphill, Goldsworth Park, Horsell, Pirbright, Bisley
- Facilities: Purpose-built competition mats, dedicated changing facilities

### Merrow, Guildford
- Address: Merrow Village Hall, 177 Epsom Rd, Guildford GU1 2QY
- Programmes: SuperKids (ages 5–7), Juniors (ages 8–12), Teens (ages 13+)
- Serves: Guildford, Merrow, Burpham, Clandon, Worplesdon
- Free parking available. Members may train at both locations.

## Programmes

### Tigers — Ages 3–4 (Woking only)
Introduction to movement, coordination, and judo play for toddlers. No experience or equipment needed. Structured belt progression.

### SuperKids — Ages 5–7 (Woking and Guildford)
Age-appropriate judo sessions teaching real throws, breakfalls, and groundwork. Builds focus, self-discipline, and physical confidence. Regular gradings.

### Juniors — Ages 8–12 (Woking and Guildford)
Structured curriculum with belt progression and competition pathway (local, regional, national). Coached by former British Internationals.

### Teens & Adults — Ages 13+ (Woking; Teens only at Guildford)
Open to complete beginners and experienced judoka. Ego-free environment. Belt progression and competition pathway available.

### Ladies Judo — Women only (Woking only)
Women-only class led by Samantha Skillcorn, Commonwealth Games Champion. Suitable for complete beginners and returning judoka.

### Birthday Parties (Woking only)
Judo-themed birthday parties for children of all ages. Run by qualified coaches on the mat.

## New Member Offer

Free 14 Day VIP Pass — all new members receive a free trial (typically 3–4 sessions). No commitment, no payment required. Available for all programmes. Book at: https://www.fightingfitnessjudo.com/book

## Current Events & Offers

### SuperKids Open Day — Sunday 19th July 2026
Free taster event for children aged 5–7 who have never done judo before. Relaxed Sunday session, 11:00am–12:00pm, Woking. 20 places only. Book at: https://www.fightingfitnessjudo.com/superkids-open-day/

### FFJ Summer Camp 2026
Five-day activity camp for children aged 5–12. Open to members and non-members. No judo experience required.
- Week 1: 27–31 July 2026
- Week 2: 24–28 August 2026
- Hours: 9:00am–3:00pm (free early drop-off from 8:30am)
- Venue: Woking (Knaphill)
- Price: From £247 per week
- Activities: Daily judo coaching, football (Woking Cougars FC), archery, Nerf battles, gymnastics, arts & crafts, dodgeball, offsite trip, Friday pizza and movie party
- Book at: https://sparkpages.io/cart/2/?i=_sEEb&c=&ocu=

## Coaching Team

- Vince Skillcorn — Head Coach & Co-owner. 4th Dan, Level 5 Judo Coach, UKCC Level 4, MSc Advanced Sports Performance Coaching, former British International. Has coached athletes to the Youth Olympics and U18 World and European Championships.
- Samantha Skillcorn — Club Coach & Co-owner. 3rd Dan, Level 2 Judo Coach, Commonwealth Games Champion (2002), U20 & U23 European Bronze Medallist, former British International.
- Tony — Club Coach. 2nd Dan, Level 3 Judo Coach.
- Abbas Khan — Club Coach. 1st Dan, Level 2 Judo Coach.
- Hayden Scruton — Club Coach. 1st Dan, Level 2 Judo Coach.
- Becky Lyndon — Assistant Coach. 1st Dan.
- All coaches are DBS-checked.

## Blog

The FFJ blog is written primarily by Vince Skillcorn and covers five categories: child development, judo lifestyle (adult fitness and community), competition reports, community events, and parenting advice. All posts are available at https://www.fightingfitnessjudo.com/blog

### Full blog catalogue (32 posts)

Category: child-development
- There's No Such Thing as Perfect — Raising Resilient Kids: Perfectionism quietly breaks children. Why judo teaches kids to fall, get back up, and thrive.
- Six Is Too Young to Decide She's Not Sporty: Labels stick. A child who says she's not sporty at six hasn't found the right sport yet.
- When Talent Becomes a Cage: The most talented child in the room often quits first. Why effort beats talent in the long run.
- How to Build Confidence in Shy or Quiet Kids: Shy children don't need to be fixed — they need the right environment.
- Why Kids Quit Things — and How to Help Them Stick With It: Most children quit new activities within six months. How to build the habit of sticking with things.
- I'm Proud of You, Even If You Were Nervous: What to say to your child after a tough judo performance, and why it matters more than the result.
- 5 Hidden Confidence Drains Affecting Kids Aged 5–7: Five everyday habits that quietly erode confidence in young children.
- Woking Martial Arts — Helping Kids Avoid the Pitfalls of Popularity: How martial arts teaches children to build real confidence that doesn't depend on what others think.
- How Fighting Fitness Judo Helps Children Increase Their Focus — The 4 Principles of Focus: Poor focus is one of the biggest challenges facing children today.
- How to Help Your Child Stop Giving Up Too Easily: Practical strategies for parents — and why judo builds grit that lasts.
- What to Do When Things Don't Go to Plan — A Lesson in Resilience: How children respond to setbacks defines them more than success ever will.
- Why Summer Holidays Are the Most Important Weeks for Your Child's Physical Development: How six weeks of reduced activity during a growth phase affects children's long-term relationship with sport.
- Seven in Ten Children Quit Sport Before They're Thirteen: Why children quit sport and how to keep them in it — with a focus on judo and the SuperKids Open Day.

Category: judo-lifestyle
- Why Adults Are Joining Judo in Woking — And Why It Has Nothing to Do With Fitness: The collapse of Britain's third places and why adults are returning to judo for belonging, not just fitness.
- Why You Keep Quitting the Gym Isn't What You Think It Is: It's not a discipline problem — it's a people problem. Research on group exercise and social accountability.

Category: competition
- What Our Young Judoka Learned Competing in Copenhagen: Competing abroad teaches children things a dojo never can.
- Fighting Fitness Judo Shines at Bishop's Stortford Competition: Competition report from Bishop's Stortford.
- Fighting Fitness Judo Shines at the Breda Open in Holland: Competition report from the Breda Open, Holland.

Category: community
- FFJ Charity Golf Day Raises Over £2,500 for Park Lane Stables: Community fundraising event.
- A Rainy but Resilient Community Celebration in Knaphill: Club community event showcasing resilience and family spirit.
- FFJ Raises £600 for Woking Hospice at Dragon Boat Race: Community fundraising and club values in action.
- FFJ Visits Bisley C of E School — Judo Taster Session: School outreach programme bringing judo to local children.
- FFJ Festival — Courage, Teamwork & Community Spirit: Annual club festival celebrating the FFJ community.
- Halloween Fun & Confidence-Building for Kids in Woking & Guildford: Seasonal club event with fancy dress and judo.

Category: parenting-advice
- The Real Reason Your Child Loses It When the iPad Goes Off: iPad meltdowns are a play deficit, not a behaviour issue.
- Is a Child Having a Smartphone Very Smart?: At what age should children have a smartphone — and what does the research say?
- Why Kids Need Mud, Challenges & Connection More Than Screens: Children need challenge, mess, and real human connection.
- 7 Red Flags Your Child May Be a Target for Bullies: Warning signs and what judo can do to build bully-proof confidence.
- 15 Screen-Free Summer Activities for Kids in Woking: Practical list for Surrey parents.
- Is the Minecraft Movie Harming Your Child's Focus?: Fast-paced media rewires children's attention spans.
- Why Winter Is Hurting Your Child's Activity Levels — and How to Fix It: How to keep children moving year-round.
- Helping Your Child Handle Big Emotions — A 5-Step Plan: Practical plan for emotional regulation in children.
- How to Help Your Child Become Bully-Proof: Essential skills and tactics for bully awareness and prevention.

## Frequently Asked Questions

- What age can children start? From 3 years old in the Tigers programme.
- Do I need to be fit to start judo? No. People of all fitness levels join every week.
- Will my child become aggressive from learning judo? No. Judo builds confidence, self-control, and respect. Bullying behaviour is incompatible with the club's values.
- What do I need to bring to the first class? Comfortable clothing and a water bottle. Everything else is provided.
- Are coaches qualified? Yes. All coaches are DBS-checked. The club is led by former British Internationals.
- Do you offer a free trial? Yes — a free 14 Day VIP Pass for all new members. No commitment required.
- Do you accept childcare vouchers or Tax-Free Childcare? No. All payments are made directly to the club.
- How long does it take to get a black belt? There is no fixed answer. The path is a deeply personal journey that typically takes many years of dedicated training.

## Social Media

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fightingfitnessjudo
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fightingfitnessjudo
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FightingFitnessJudo