Coaches

Our Coaches

Experienced, nationally graded black belts who put your progress and safety first.

Every JCL coach is a qualified black belt with years of teaching experience. They lead our classes with patience, precision and a genuine love of judo — adapting each session to the age and level of the group.

Head Coach

Hiroshi Tanaka

4th Dan — Black belt

Head coach with over 25 years on the tatami. A 4th Dan black belt, Hiroshi leads our competition squad and teaches the fundamentals of kuzushi and ukemi with patience and precision.

Youth Coach

Ana Silva

2nd Dan — Black belt

Ana specialises in our children and beginner programmes, turning first steps on the mat into confidence, discipline and a love of judo.

Kata & Adults Coach

Marc Reuter

3rd Dan — Black belt

A national kata referee, Marc guides our adult and recreational judoka, with a focus on technique, form and lifelong practice.