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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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© 2025, Katsuo Watanabe, all rights reserved. Katsuo Watanabe Judo Biography Sensei Watanabe has devoted his life to judo with a significant impact on the development of Judo in the Northeast of the United States and beyond. Over six decades, his contributions...
Tom Sheehan
© 2025, Tom Sheehan, all rights reserved. Tom Sheehan Judo Biography A Lifetime of Judo and Leadership Tom Sheehan has dedicated over five decades to the art and sport of Judo, making a profound impact as an instructor, referee, administrator, and mentor. His...
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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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Judo Profiles
Interview with Sensei Hayward Nishioka
Sensei Nishioka will be talking about his own development as a judoka.
Interview with Sensei Robert Brink
Interview with Sensei Robert Brink January 23, 2022 Sensei Robert Brink - 50th State Yudanshakai United States Judo Federation Webinar Series Interview with Sensei Robert Brink Former: USJF President, Board of Examiners - Chair, Hall of Fame inductee, and author of...
Fresno Judo Club
Fresno Judo Club Fresno, California Sensei Larry Tsutsui The Fresno Judo Club is a non-profit organization, a member of the San Joaquin Valley Judo Yudanshakai, United States Judo Federation, California Judo Incorporated, and USA Judo. In 1952, the dojo was started...
“Developing Good Judoka” – Kevin Tamai
Sensei Kevin Tamai Hui-O-Judo, Beltsville - Maryland Sensei Kevin Tamai, head sensei of Hui-O-Judo Beltsville in Beltsville Maryland, is the oldest son of Ken Tamai, the first USJF lifetime achievement honoree. Kevin is currently a Rokudan and Life member in both USJF...
“Story of a Successful Dojo” Sensei Roy Kawaji
July 11, 2021 Sensei Roy Kawaji - Portland Judo Roy guided his USJF club to be the largest in the country in record time. He will share his approach to teaching and to judo, and how he attracts and retains members. Sensei Kawaji's guidance promises to be an...
Webinar on July 11, 2021
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