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2026 USJF Professional Development Workshop
Advance your skills, certifications, and leadership in judo with three focused professional-development workshops hosted by the United States Judo Federation. Whether you are organizing events, teaching self-defense, or coaching at the highest international level, these programs are designed to support excellence, safety, and long-term growth.
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USJF Hall of Fame and Lifetime Achievement Award Banquet
2026 USJF Hall of Fame and Lifetime Achievement Award Banquet
One of the most prestigious events held during the United States Judo Federation Spring Board of Directors Meeting in Honolulu, Hawaii is the U.S. Judo Hall of Fame & Lifetime Achievement Award Banquet, traditionally conducted at the conclusion of the Spring Board meeting. The banquet provides an opportunity for the judo community to gather and recognize individuals whose dedication and service have significantly shaped the development of judo in the United States
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USA Judo and US Judo Federation Breaking News
(Colorado Springs, CO) – In an effort to improve and propel Judo forward as the sport prepares for the LA28 Games and beyond, and with the support of USA Judo’s Board of Directors and the United States Judo Federation’s Executive Committee, both organizations have agreed to move forward with meaningful discussion on reactivating the former relationship between USA Judo and the USJF.
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Webinar: Introduction to USJF Smoothcomp Platform
Webinar: Introduction to USJF Smoothcomp Platform
March 10, 2024, 10:00 am, Hawaiian Time
2024 Tohkon Judo Academy’s Annual Kata Clinic, Chicago February 16/18
Tohkon has been sponsoring this Kata Clinic for roughly 30 years, and as the number of judoka doing kata has grown, more and more people look forward to attending the clinic each year.
2024 Spring USJF Board of Directors, Board of Examiners and National Committee Meetings
– April 4-7, 2024 *** In-Person ***
Location: Washington, DC near Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
HQ Hotel: TBD (Near IAD with shuttle service)
Blue Judogis May Bias Competition Outcomes
In this study we investigated the existence of a win bias in judo competition as a function of judogi color.
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The USJF Development committee has align its Jr Rank Requirements with SHAPE America. SHAPE America is our national standards framework for K-12 Physical Education that defines what a student should know and be able to do at each stage of developing physically literate individuals who have the knowledge, skills and confidence to enjoy a lifetime of healthy physical activity.
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