This year the theme is a common one and one we have used in the past that theme is….Shugyo…. Or training. In the end all things considered, it’s the training that we do, that takes us where we want to go.

This year we would like to offer a second theme as well… That being…Uke…and with it…sutemi…

We intend on spending some time with everybody on how to be a good uke on all fronts not just throwing but hand arts, punching, kicking, everything how to be a good uke in a training environment. Also including, and not limited to, how to take a good fall both on your own or as somebody being thrown…

There are many changes coming from the board of professors that will roll out to a large extent at the 2026 convention. But we will do some of that work or introductory at camp this year. For instance.:

Kata manual recommendations for change Kappo Black belt exams…what changes we are attempting to make. Of course, we plan on having some other excellent classes, such as 6 stages of training, the kihon ,…..sometimes not taught enough. Trouble arts within the boards. And many other excellent classes being planned

We will hold camp where we have held it for many years… Mount Pali conference and retreat center close to running Springs, California.

Dinner and classes will begin on Friday and will end after lunch on Sunday. While the price for us to rent the facility has gone up a slight bit, I intend on keeping the price as close to last year’s price as possible and that price being.$ 280.00 which covers all the meals, sleeping quarters, and all classes. That breaks down to six meals and two nights stay.

All payments can be made to Robert Hudson. The best way is via. Zelle but pay pal and Venmo are ok. If none of those work for you, just let me know what arrangements you want to make. You would use my phone number to make a payment… If that does not work for you, please let me know… That number is… 480–686–6118. If you need help with that, please contact me. As in previous years, we have limited space and it fills up quick, so even if you want to pay later, but you would like to come let me know so I can reserve a spot for you.

Don’t forget, you will need to have your AJJF membership current as well… We will have forms there on site as well.

The best airport to fly into if you’re flying is Ontario, but Burbank or LAX in Los Angeles will also work. If you need a ride or something, please let us know in plenty of time so we can arrange for that.

When…December 5,6,7 2025.

See you there
Professor Bob Hudson, Judan
Camp South Director