Julie is a 2nd Dan Senior Club Coach who formed Hollesley Judo Club in 1993. Julie started Judo in Gt Yarmouth at the Budokan and Busen Judo Clubs and enjoyed area, national and international competitive successes. Julie gained her 1st Dan in 1981 and her 2nd Dan in 1997 at the National Veterans in High Wycombe and also a silver medal.