About Shin Gi Tai

Judo for everyone

We strive to foster an atmosphere that prioritizes inclusiveness and mutual support, allowing each individual to flourish and build confidence in themselves.

  • Practical self-defense techniques. Judo focuses on using an opponents energy and balance against them, making it effective for individuals of all sizes and strengths to defend themselves in real-life situations.

  • Physical Fitness. Practicing Judo helps improve cardiovascular endurance, strength, flexibility, and balance. It’s an excellent way to stay in shape, build muscle, and increase your agility, making it suitable for people of all ages who want to improve their physical health.

  • Discipline and Mental Toughness. Judo places a strong emphasis on discipline, respect, and mental fortitude. Training in Judo instills a sense of discipline, helping individuals develop self-control and respect for others.

The history of Shin Gi Tai Judo Club

Shin Gi Tai Judo Club has been operating since 1985; Starting life as YMCA Judo Club at Y-South (Acacia Ridge).

  • 1985

    YCMA Judo

    The club that would become Shin Gi Tai Judo was founded by Maurice Mirabito at the YCMA located on Beaudesert Rd in Acaia Ridge.

  • 2018

    Maurice Mirabito steps down

    After 33 years as the Head Coach and President, Maurice Mirabito passes the reigns to Srdjan Andjelkovic. Srdjan renames the club to "Shin Gi Tai".

  • 2021

    Shin Gi Tai Judo Club relocates

    After 36 years in the YCMA at Aacia Ridge, Shin Gi Tai Judo Club relocated to our own premises in Coopers Plains.

  • 2022

    Shin Gi Tai becomes the largest club in Queensland

    Shin Gi Tai passes 115 members, becoming the largest Judo Club in Queensland at the time.