Become a Certified Gatamé Kosen Instructor and Dojo

Step 1: Subscribe to the Kosen Judo & Judo Library
Join for just $120/year to access our extensive library of Kosen Judo content.

Step 2: Receive Your Promo Code
Upon subscribing, we’ll send you a promo code to use towards your Kosen Judo curriculum.

Step 3: Register for the Gatame Kosen Judo Curriculum (Sankyu)
Use your promo code to enroll in the 3rd Kyu curriculum for $200.

Step 4: Advance Through the Ranks
Complete each curriculum level to progress:

• Gatame Kosen Judo Curriculum Sankyu (Level 1)

  • Knowledge Online Test (15 questions)
  • Online Evaluation (15 techniques)
  • Curriculum Cost: $200
  • Exam Fee: $200 

• Gatame Kosen Judo Curriculum Nikyu (Level 2)

  • Knowledge Online Test (15 questions)
  • Online Evaluation (15 techniques)
  • Curriculum Cost: $200
  • Exam Fee: $200 

• Gatame Kosen Judo Curriculum Ikkyu (Level 3)

  • Knowledge Online Test (15 questions)
  • Online Evaluation (15 techniques)
  • Curriculum Cost: $300
  • Exam Fee: $200 

• 🥋Gatame Kosen Judo Curriculum Shodan (Shodan, Level 4)

  • Knowledge Online Test (15 questions)
  • Online Evaluation (15 techniques)
  • Curriculum Cost: $400
  • Exam Fee: $200 

• 🥋Gatame Kosen Judo Curriculum Nidan (Nidan, Level 5)

  • Katame No Kata
  • Techniques (15 techniques)
  • Curriculum Cost: $500
  • Exam Fee: $200 

• 🥋Gatame Kosen Judo Curriculum Sandan (Sandan, Level 6)

  • In-person evaluation in Japan: $200 to take the test

Step 5: Apply for a Certified Dojo and Instructor

• Annual Certification Fee: $500 (reduced to $100 for qualifying countries)
• Dojo and Instructor Benefits:
  • Host Gatame Kosen Judo classes at your dojo
  • Organize Gatame Kosen Judo competitions
  • Collect exam fees for student evaluations