2019 Kokushikai Judo Camp unfortunately has been cancelled.
We have to skip this year but we will be back next year in 2020!! Tentative Dates are August 16-22, 2020.
Online Registration will appear HERE.
PDF Kokushikai Judo Camp Brochure will be HERE
Donate to the KJC "Jeff Wolfe" Youth Scholarship Fund Here
Please consider making a donation to the KJC "Jeff Wolfe" Youth Scholarship Fund. Every year the Fund tries to help up to 10 campers with either full or partial scholarships to attend Kokushikai Judo Camp.
Jeff Wolfe, for whom the Fund is named after, was a firm believer in the positive benefits of judo in young people's lives and the role judo has in developing confidence, character and the motivation to succeed. Jeff sponsored many young athletes over the years and the goal of the KJC "Jeff Wolfe" Youth Scholarship Fund is to continue his generosity and support of young judo players attend Kokushikai Judo Camp.
The number of campers and the amount of money that can distributed depends solely on the amount of funds raised in the current year of Camp for this cause. Please help a young judo player make a donation today. Donations of any amount are greatly apprecated! Application for scholarship can be downloaded HERE.
KJC Mission Statement
Kokushikai Judo Camp Mission: To
create an environment for learning judo in a beautiful setting with a
friendly atmosphere, the comfort of good food, a clean facility, and
taught by renowned instructors who have dedicated their lives to the
education and development of the mind, body and spirit. We welcome all
ages and levels to challenge themselves in the pursuit of excellence
year after year.
Kokushikai Judo Camp had our 10 Year Anniversary! Please join us next year August 16-22, 2020. Questions or Need Assistance with Registration? Contact Us: Kokushikai Judo Camp Celita Schutz, Camp Director 1-201-797-8988 camp@kokushikai.com
Kokushikai JUDO Camp Information
2018 Kokushikai Judo Camp Instructors Sensei A. Shiba, Kokushikan University / Yokohama College of Medical Technologies Sensei Moriwaki, Japan World Champion and Japan Oympian, Kokushikan University Sensei Chishima, Kokushikan University Sensei N. Ogasawara, Kokushikan University Sensei Y. Matsumura, Kokushikan University Nicole Stout, US National Champion and International Champion, JMJC
Celita Schutz, Judo Camp Director, 3x US Judo Olympian
Sample First Day and Last Day Camp Schedule:
Important Camp updates for Kokushikai Judo Camp will be posted below:
Sunday,
Official Camper check-in will take place on Sunday, August ?? from 2pm-4pm (Counselors must arrive by 1 PM and all other Staff members please arrive by 4 PM on Sunday).
If you are driving to the camp grounds, please download the directions below as most GPS directions are not accurate to this location. Campers, please do not arrive early for there will be another event taking place on the campgrounds.
First meal of the Camp will be Dinner served promptly at 5:30 PM.
Cabin Campers should bring their own bedding for a twin size bed. Private Room Campers should bring bedding for a full size bed unless notified otherwise .
Bus Schedule and Location Pick-up will be the same as last year and posted below.
Please be sure that your Medical Release form is up to date. Forms can be downloaded from the website.
The Rules and Regulations Form is also mandatory for all participants. Please note that Campers under 18ys residing in Cabins may NOT have cell phones, laptops or other recording digital devices in the Cabins. All digital devices must be checked in with a Camp Administrator and will be distributed for use during lunch time. Calling times are usually between 12:15pm and 1pm. (If you registered online, this form is already completed.)
SATURDAY,
Closing Ceremonies will be at 10:30 AM. We ask that guests joining campers for Lunch following the ceremony inform us as soon as possible so we can plan for number of attendees. There is a small fee for lunch attendees. (If you have already informed us, please disregard.)
Bus transportation times for August ?? will be posted below:
Special rates still apply for 2009 campers that have attended all years consecutively. Call or e-mail Celita Schutz to confirm rates and online processing.
How many years have you attended Kokushikai Judo Camp? Campers coming up on a five or ten year anniversary of attending Kokushikai Judo Camp will be recognized and presented an anniversary gift during Opening Ceremonies.
Contact our office for any questions or registration assistance. 201-797-8988 Ask for: Celita Schutz, Camp Director
If you would like a brochure mailed to you, please e-mail request with your mailing information at: camp@kokushikai.com
Kokushikai Judo Camp 15 Camp Wayne Road Preston Park, PA
Car Transportation Details: If you are driving to the Camp in your own vehicle, please follow our printed Directions as many GPS systems have difficulty locating the exact location of the Camp. Private cars must be parked in the designated parking lot. Entrance to the parking lot is just past the Camp main entrance on the left. Please arrive on Sunday, August ?? between 2pm - 4pm. (We can't accommodate early car arrivals as the group before us will be departing.)
Airplane Transportation Details:
Individuals arriving by airplane are advised to book their destination to Scranton, PA or Newark, NJ with arrival on Saturday, August 11th. One additional night stay will be provided at no additional charge. (There is a $60 charge for Camper transportation pick-up and drop-off only.) Departures should be scheduled for Saturday, August 18th, 3pm or later. Closing Ceremonies will be occurring on Saturday at 10:30am and there should be an allowance of at least 3 hours for driving to area airports. (Scranton airport is the closest. Newark is the next best one with more flight options. Additonal $30 charge for JFK or LGA due to further distance and tolls.) Please provide flight itineraries to Kokushikai if you would like assistance with your transport to and from the Camp.
Contact Kokushikai Registration Coordinator, Tamara Hemingway or Camp Director, Celita Schutz for assistance at celita@kokushikai.com or 201-797-8988.
Bus Transportation Details We offer round trip Bus Service from the NYC/NJ area with departure to Camp on the mornings of August ?? with return service in the afternoon of August ??. Seat reservations should be made before August 5th to secure a seat and can be made through online registration or on the PDF Camp Application. ($65 one-way/$95 round trip) Pick-up and drop-off locations are listed below. Final time table for bus schedule will be posted closer to the start of Camp. (Please note that refunds for Bus reservations cannot be given after August ??.)
Estimated Bus Schedule is Below: Sunday, August ??, 2018 1st Stop: 106th Street (between Riverside Drive and West End Ave.) 9:45 AM Loading and 10:00 AM Departure
2nd Stop: 24-28 Fair Lawn Ave. Fair Lawn, NJ (behind Kokushikai Judo Academy) (between Abbott Rd. and Plaza Rd.) 11:30 AM Loading and 11:45 AM Departure
Approximate Arrival Time at Kokushikai Judo Camp: 2:30 PM
Saturday, August ??, 2018 Departure from Kokushikai Judo Camp: Between 12:30 PM
1st Stop: 24-28 Fair Lawn Ave., Fair Lawn, NJ (behind Kokushikai Judo Academy) (between Abbott Rd. and Plaza Rd.) Estimated Arrival Time: Between 3:00 PM and 3:30 PM (Parents or guardians must be present to receive campers who are minors as the chaperones and bus cannot wait past it's scheduled departure time for NYC.)
2nd Stop: 106th Street (between Riverside Drive and West End Ave.) Estimated Arrival Time: Between 4:00 PM and 4:30 PM (Parents or guardians MUST be present to receive campers who are minors at this final destination as the chaperone and bus will depart once all luggage is removed.)
Campground Facilities 15 Camp Wayne Road, Preston Park, Pennsylvania Camp Kokushikai occurs on the grounds of Camp Wayne for Boys and is situated on over 400 acres with two private lakes. It is located in the northeast corner of Pennsylvania approximately 2 ½ hours from New York City and Philadelphia.
Some features include:
♦ 10,000 square feet of official
Tatami mat area for practice
♦ 1,500 square foot matted
Studio designated for Kids Judo,
Yoga or Kata practice
♦ Indoor and covered outdoor
training areas
♦ Private Rooms with private
bathrooms and showers available
♦ Waterfront lakes with
fishing dock
♦ Heated, Olympic-size Swimming
Pool with Lifeguard on Duty
♦ On-site Camp Health Center
♦ Fully Equipped Trainer’s Room
♦ Fitness Center ♦ Ropes Course with Zip Line
♦ Three Outdoor Basketball Courts
♦ Two Soccer Fields
♦ 12 All-Weather Tennis Courts
(Three Lighted)
♦ Jogging Trails
♦ Dining Hall with Kitchen Staff
♦ Arts Center
Kokushikai Judo Campgrounds, Preston Park, PA
*Inquire for information regarding partial week camp fees: Email: camp@kokushikai.com Phone: 1-201-797-8988
KJC "Jeff Wolfe" Youth Scholarship Fund Youth between the ages of 9-22 may apply for full or partial tuition assistance to Kokushikai Judo Camp 2017 through the KJC "Jeff Wolfe" Youth Scholarship Fund. The number of recipients that we are able to help is solely based on amount of fundraising that is achieved for this worthy cause. Kokushikai Judo Camp actively solicits donations from generous individuals and organizations throughout the year. We hope that if you or your camper is not applying for a KJC scholarship, you will consider making a donation to help another camper experience this opportunity.
Family Discounts Judo can be a rewarding family sport. In order to facilitate this, we offer a 10% discount to the second family member and also a 10% discount to each additional member registering thereafter.
Club/Team Discount Participating Clubs/Teams with 9 or more participants are eligible for 10% off the registration fee for each player. Make sure that all players indicate the same club and instructor name during the application process so that credit is received. Custon coupon codes will be issued to Clubs/Team that qualify to aid with easy online registration. Please contact Celita for details.
