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Congratulations to Corinne Shigemoto

It is my great honor, on behalf of the United States Judo Federation, to congratulate Corinne Shigemoto on her induction into the U.S. Judo Hall of Fame.

USJF and USA Judo Agree for a Partnership

The United States Judo Federation extends its sincere appreciation to Dr. Ron Tripp, USA Judo CEO Corinne Shigemoto and USJF Executive Director Robert for their collaboration in establishing this reciprocal membership agreement.

2026 USJF Summer Nationals

Smoothcomp Registration in Now Open 2026 USJF Summer Nationals is coming to San Francisco!  July 11-12,2026 at City College of San Francisco.  Open to members with current membership in either USJF, USA Judo or USJA.  This tournament will also be a USA Judo point...

DOROTHY TAMAI OBITUARY

Dorothy Marie (Eichner) Tamai, age 82, from Landover, Maryland passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, September 28. Dottie was born and raised in Glenshaw, in the north hills of...

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James Bregman

James Bregman

James Bregman Arguably the first and best-known American judo icon, Jim Bregman has devoted his life to the sport as a competitor, teacher, and administrator.  A member of the USA’s first Olympic...

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Interview with Sensei Hector Estevez

Interview with Sensei Hector Estevez

Join us on June 12th at 1PM (Pacific) for an in-depth conversation with Sensei Estevez as the guest in the ongoing USJF Seminar Series of webinars. You won’t want to miss this inspirational story of one of the most dedicated and successful judokas in the history of US judo.

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DOROTHY TAMAI OBITUARY

Dorothy Marie (Eichner) Tamai, age 82, from Landover, Maryland passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, September 28. Dottie was born and raised in Glenshaw, in the north hills of Pittsburgh, PA to Eugene and Marie (Blaha) Eichner. She was preceded in death by...

James Bregman

James Bregman

James Bregman Arguably the first and best-known American judo icon, Jim Bregman has devoted his life to the sport as a competitor, teacher, and administrator.  A member of the USA’s first Olympic judo team and Bronze medal winner, World Championship medalist, Pan...

Interview with Sensei Hector Estevez

Interview with Sensei Hector Estevez

Join us on June 12th at 1PM (Pacific) for an in-depth conversation with Sensei Estevez as the guest in the ongoing USJF Seminar Series of webinars. You won’t want to miss this inspirational story of one of the most dedicated and successful judokas in the history of US judo.

The Imadas

The Imadas

The Imadas © 2022  United States Judo Federation (all rights reserved) Nomination from Maximillian Rayner, President, Central Coast Judo Association It is my honor to recommend not just an individual, but a couple for the USJF Lifetime Achievement Award. Vaughn and...

DateEventYudanshakaiContact
Jun 29, 2026Budokan Summer Camp 2026
Seattle, WA
Northwest✉ Krista Steeele
Jul 13, 2026Fresno Judo Club Summer Camp 2026
Clovis, CA
San Joaquin✉ Krista Steele
Jul 17, 2026Keiko Fukuda Joshi Camp
San Jose, CA
Central CoastAlaine Abad
(510) 468-3417
Aug 09, 2026Eastern US Judo Kata Championship, Kata Judge Eval
College Park, MD
Shufu✉ Diane Jackson
Aug 15, 2026PSJA Katame no Kata Seminar
Vista, CA
Pacific Southwest✉ Bruce Knight
(619) 368-9812
Aug 23, 2026Konan Promotional Clinic
Northville, MI
Konan