Richard Stevens - Japan Arts Centre / Weston
We are devastated to announce the passing of coach Richard Stevens
Rich has been a coach at Japan Arts Centre for more than 20 years as well as lead coach at Weston Super Mare Judo Club and previously assistant coach at Bristol University Judo Club .
His judo career started many years ago with Gerry Hicks at Bristol Judokwai .
He shared his knowledge with thousands of Judoka over the years.
Thanks Rich for your dedication, we will all miss you 💔
We send our love to Rich’s family at this sad time and will update on funeral arrangements when known.
Ray Stevens - Judo/BJJ coral belt