Sen-I Judo Club
Adults (14+): Wed & Fri, 6-7:30 pm
How to enroll:
Enrollment for the Sen-I Judo Club is handled directly through the club.
Call 413-279-4330 or email sjudoclub@yahoo.com.
Lead Instructor Aaron Cote is a second-degree black belt (Nidan) in Judo, awarded by the United States Judo Association, and also holds a second-degree black belt in Japanese Ju-Jitsu under Mark Pearlman Sensei.
Aaron began his Judo journey in 2000 under the instruction of Israel Lopez Sensei, owner and Chief Instructor of Sen-I Judo Club. Through years of dedicated training, Aaron has developed into both an accomplished competitor and respected instructor, known for his technical knowledge, professionalism, and commitment to the traditional values of Judo.
An active competitor with Veterans Judo USA, Aaron continues to test his skills in competition while bringing current, practical experience into every class he teaches.
Aaron serves as the Lead Instructor for both the children’s and adult Judo programs at Sen-I Judo Club, located at the Hitchcock Free Academy in Brimfield, Massachusetts. Established in 1996, Sen-I Judo Club is affiliated with the United States Judo Association and remains committed to quality instruction, student safety, and character development. As a licensed coach with the United States Judo Association, Aaron has completed SafeSport® training, Heads Up concussion awareness training, and all required background screening.
Aaron’s teaching philosophy emphasizes efficiency, resilience, adaptability, courage, perseverance, humility, courtesy, respect, modesty, and self-control. He believes Judo should develop not only strong martial artists, but also confident, disciplined, and respectful individuals.
Whether working with children, adults, beginners, or experienced judoka, Aaron is dedicated to helping every student grow through disciplined training, mutual respect, and lifelong learning.