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Honoring Excellence in American Judo

Honoring Legacy, Inspiring the Future The USJF Hall of Fame & Lifetime Achievement Banquet is more than a celebration—it is a reflection of the values, dedication, and community that define judo in the United States. As we honor these remarkable individuals, we...

2026 USJF Summer Nationals

SAVE THE DATE!  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 event.  Registration...

Sensei Ray Imada

The United States Judo Federation and 50th State Judo Association mourns the passing of Ray Imada, a respected leader, mentor, and lifelong contributor to the art and community of judo in Hawaii. Ray devoted his life to the growth and promotion of judo, leaving a...

Obituary: Margaret Ashida

Margaret Ashida, passed unexpectedly while vacationing in Indonesia. A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, January 17, at the University of Rochester River Campus, in the...

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Obituary: George Koyama

George Koyama, head instructor for the Boise Valley Judo Club, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2015. Koyama Sensei's obituary and service information can be found using this link.

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Hayward Nishioka on physical education and Judo

When Colleges Abandon Phys Ed, What Else Is Lost? is an article on the fact that colleges are cutting back on physical education and a growing body of research suggests that regular physical activity helps cognitive development, so people can focus and process...

Obituary: Margaret Ashida

Margaret Ashida, passed unexpectedly while vacationing in Indonesia. A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, January 17, at the University of Rochester River Campus, in the Hawkins-Carlson Room in the Rush Rhees Library. This event will be an informal...

Obituary: George Koyama

George Koyama, head instructor for the Boise Valley Judo Club, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2015. Koyama Sensei's obituary and service information can be found using this link.

Athlete Scholar of the Year

The committee received this letter of thanks from Tyler Shimizu. I became a member of the Sacramento Judo Club in November 2008 when I was 13 years old. Since then I have gone throughout some major changes of my life. I went from the husky and lazy middle school...

DateEventYudanshakaiContact
Apr 25, 2026Shufu Yudanshaikai BOE, BOD meeting, & Promotional
Beltsville, MD
Shufu✉ Karen Whilden
(703) 622-6861
May 09, 20262026 Takemori Memorial Clinic featuring Katuhiko K
Arlington, VA
ShufuMiki Takemori
(617) 686-6406
May 16, 2026PSJA Judo no Kata & Kime no Kata Clinic
Vista, CA
Pacific Southwest✉ Bruce Knight
(619) 368-9812
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
Aug 23, 2026Konan Promotional Clinic
Northville, MI
Konan