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Koyama — About the Club
Koyama is a judo club based in Rovaniemi, Finland.
Champion Club: Koyama won the U21 team Finnish Championship in October 2025.
Values: The club emphasizes growth through sport, responsibility, safety, and community.
Recognition: Koyama has been awarded the Tähtimerkki both for children & youth and adult exercise by the Finnish Judo Federation, acknowledging its high-quality and inclusive training and activity.
Training Groups & Schedule
Koyama offers a variety of training groups for different ages and levels:
Muksujudo (6–8 years): Introduces young children to judo in a playful way, focusing on balance, body awareness, and respect.
Basics Course (~9–12 years): Twice-weekly training, learning fundamental judo skills, fall techniques, and partner work.
Samurai Youth (approx. 9–14, with yellow belt and above): More frequent training, structured groups, and skill development.
Youth (U15 / U18 / U21): Ambitious training — up to 3–5 times per week, with opportunities for competition, coaching, and leadership roles.
Newaza Judo (“Mattojudo”): Sunday sessions focused on ground fighting — open also for practitioners from other clubs.
Adult / Veterans: Accessible “kuntojudo” for adults wanting a balanced intensity, regardless of experience. See week schedule here: https://www.koyama.fi/harjoitusryhmat-ja-ajat/
General rules for training: participants should only attend when fully healthy, wash hands/feet before tatami, and follow hygiene and safety norms.
Joining & Beginner Courses
Beginner Courses: Koyama offers basic judo courses for children and adults. Children’s basic course for 9–12 year olds and adult / youth beginners have courses starts in autumn. We take limited amount of new beginners throughout the year.
Free Trial: It’s possible to try judo for two weeks for free.
Contact for Newcomers: For more information or to find a suitable group, you can reach out to Jani Suokanerva at +358 40 526 2042 or jani.suokanerva@koyama.fi.
Fees / Membership
2025–2026 fees:
Annual membership fee: 35 € (covers 1 August – 31 July)
Training / Season Fees:
Youth & Adults: 125 € for the autumn season, 145 € for spring.
Muksujudo (6–8 yrs): 180 € per year (divided into 90 € in autumn + 90 € in spring).
Extra Costs: Members also need a Finnish Judo Federation license (for grading, competitions). Graduations / new belts have associated costs (e.g., 80 € for yellow belt, up to 110€ for brown).
Competitions & Events
Koyama organizes and participates in competitions.
Contact & Leadership
Main Contact: Jani Suokanerva — evening phone +358 40 526 2042, email jani.suokanerva@koyama.fi. Koyama Ry
Club Address / Venue: Training is held at Santa Sport, Lapin Urheiluopisto in Rovaniemi.
Visitors
Koyama welcomes all visitors to join our trainings. Send a message in advance and we can be there to welcome you. jani.suokanerva@koyama.fi