Brian Cloynes

Memoirs of A Judo Man — Brian Cloynes 1954-2004

In 1937 I was born in the City Road Hospital, London, and within the sound of the Bow Bells, this made me what is known as a true cockney. My Mother was born in Ireland, and my Father was born in the midlands of England, a place known as Bolton in Lancashire. Dad was not […]

Renshuden 30th year Reunion

I wish to take this opportunity to thank all Judoka friends that were able to attend the Renshuden 30th year Reunion on 24-25th September 2004. I was taken back with amazement on how many past and present members managed to pay the visit. People came from as far as U.K., Australia, Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington and […]