Through the College’s Judo Academy, students are given the opportunity to attend weekly Judo sessions in the Kindred Suite at thePoint4.

They are trained by British Judo Association Coach and Referee, Carol Leverton, and with Carol’s experience and enthusiasm RNC’s Judo Academy has developed and Judoka (Judo participants) numbers have expanded.

Carol is also supported in class by experienced student athletes Evie Gormley and Kieran Clarke. Evie competes internationally for Wales and is on the Paralympic pathway whilst Kieran is training to become a coach.

All students are progressing through the grading syllabus and recently, new belts were presented by the College’s Executive Principal, Lucy Proctor.

Before the presentation, Carol said:

‘It’s been an absolute delight and privilege to coach this group this year especially as I’ve had Kieran and Evie with me who have helped me so much. It’s given me the opportunity to walk around and get to know all of you. Kieran and Evie have been absolutely outstanding and helped everyone in the group. Thank you!’

Congratulations to all of the students who received awards and many thanks to Carol for continuing to inspire RNC’s students and get them involved in such an inclusive sport.