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Upcoming USJF Professional Workshops

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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Western U.S. Kata Championships

Western U.S. Kata Championships

If you're interested in attending or competing in the Western U.S. Kata Championships on February 8, 2025, this is an excellent opportunity to showcase your skills! Sponsored by the USJF and hosted at City College of San Francisco, the event offers a wide range of...

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Florida Judo Teacher Certification

Florida Judo Teacher Certification

Save the date: Sunday, December 8th, 2024 Join us for a Judo Teacher Certification event, covering essential topics for all Judo instructors and school owners: Location: A. Kolychkine Judo Foundation, Inc., Phone: 305-275-1370 Address: 9664 Sunset Drive, Miami FL...

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SHAPE America

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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The latest COVID guidelines from the Medical Committee for dojos and events.

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Judo Profiles

Photos of James Takemori

Some interesting photos of James Takemori have been received. Notice from the Congressional Record. Read a letter from Ambassador Ryozo Kato to Paul Tagliabue in which he tells of a link with Jigoro Kano and Jimmy Takemori, "ambassador in judogi" and recipient of the...

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Be Strong, Be Gentle, Be Beautiful – Keiko Fukuda

97 year-old living legend, Keiko Fukuda (Kodokan 9th dan) lives her life by these words, her motto. These words are also the title of the documentary film about her inspirational life. We have finished filming and now the challenge is to raise the finishing funds, as...

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George Harris

George Harris, a member of the inaugural 1964 US Olympic Judo Team, spent time with many of us in San Dimas, California last month at the Winter Nationals. It was a shock to hear that George had an aggressive form of cancer and that he was hospitalized and had been...

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THE JUDO TWINS by Stan Friedland

THE JUDO TWINS by Stan Friedland; Published by AuthorHouse332 pages; ISBN 9781434341792; Available at:www.authorhouse.com for $16.99 plus shippingBookstores or Amazon.com for $22.99 plus shipping Call 888-280-7715 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *...

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NEWSBIT: Leaping into minds-Thompson

Leaping to mold minds Jump-roper, judo champ tells students to stay off drugs ON THE SPOT: Grant Elementary School second grader Ivory Milfs, 9, gives James Thompson a look as he holds a pack of cigarettes out during his anti-drug performance Friday. Thompson told the...

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