English Judo Blogs

Last updated: 2024-04-25T18:23:49

European Judo Union

(2024-4-25)

ON THE RIGHT DIRECTION

The winning pose of world champion Francisco GARRIGOS (ESP/-60) could not be beaten for clarity. The 29-year-old, currently also the world number 1, pointed his fingers at the number 3 – for his third European Championship title. “It’s probably my most important. Especially the semi-final against Salih Yildiz (TUR) was extremely exhausting. The gold medal shows me that I’m on the right track to the Olympic Games in Paris. Everything is going according to plan,” said a delighted “Fran”. Meanw... Read more

European Judo Union

(2024-4-25)

COLLECTING TITLES IS THE GAME ON DAY ONE

The -48kg category opened the final block on day one of the Senior European Judo Championships 2024, and after a beautiful win for Tamar MALCA (ISR), which gives the 23 year-old a continental medal at every level; cadet, junior and U23 included. Malca has been striving for consistency but has been struggling, nevertheless, she won the medal when it mattered. In the next bronze medal contest, Catarina COSTA (POR) was once again in a continental championship contest. In 2022 and 2023, she took... Read more

European Judo Union

(2024-4-25)

“I AM CURRENTLY AT 70 PER CENT!”

The relief was written all over her face: “I’m really happy with today, this European Championship title, my first in the up to 52 kg category, means a lot to me,” beamed Olympic champion Distria KRASNIQI after her second European Championship title since 2021. “The final against Odetta (Giuffrida) was really tough, but I stuck to my tactical plan. Now I’m just happy. My roadmap to the Paris Olympics is going perfectly so far. Whether the 28-year-old will also be competing at the World Champ... Read more

European Judo Union

(2024-4-25)

RISING BACK TO THE TOP

As could be predicted, the strength of the entry in the European Judo Championships 2024 provided great entertainment on day one, with the lightweights demonstrating swift and ballistic judo, with great champions and rising stars both finding their way in to the finals. Blandine PONT (FRA) was on a roll early in 2023, picking up a string of Grand Slam gold medals, her last medal a bronze in Abu Dhabi. However, we haven’t seen the -48kg athlete in action since the Tokyo Grand Slam, but as... Read more

European Judo Union

(2024-4-25)

TURKISH SHARES OF THE FUTURE

The first day of competition at the EUROPEAN JUDO CHAMPIONSHIPS SENIORS in ZAGREB (CRO) went very much to the liking of Sezer HUYSUZ, a former a two-time Olympic participant (2008, 2012) and European Championship medallist, who has been President of the Turkish Judo Federation since 2016 and is a current member of the EJU Executive Committee. Three TJF-athletes – Tugce BEDER (-48), Salih YILDIZ (-60) and surprise contender Muhammed DEMIREL (-66) – have proceeded to the final block, with Bede... Read more

European Judo Union

(2024-4-25)

CHAMPIONS LEAD FIRST EJU KIDS CAMP

On day one of the Senior European Judo Championships 2024, the EJU Kids Camp also commenced. President of the European Judo Union, Dr TOTH Laszlo is a great believer in education and during this presidency we have seen the birth of many new projects, put in to motion by a strong team in the Education sector, and this week we see that educating children continues to be a huge focus. Thanking the Croatian Judo Federation and their President, Dr Sanda CORAK, he addressed the children on the... Read more

European Judo Union

(2024-4-25)

15 MILLIONS FOR CROATIAN SPORT

Nikolina BRNJAC, Croatian Minister of Tourism and Sports, will be funding this year a total of 15 million euros for 25 major international sports competition and 84 infrastructure projects. “Since the beginning of its mandate, this government has paid special attention to sports, and this has been seen in concrete support, from the increase in investment, which has quadrupled in eight years, to the strategic and legislative framework and a number of new activities that we have initiated”, em... Read more

European Judo Union

(2024-4-25)

HOPING FOR ANA

Judo fever is raging in Croatia’s capital ZAGREB. To celebrate, the leading Croatian daily newspaper Jutarnji List featured a blue judo belt on its front page. Hashime! The EUROPEAN JUDO CHAMPIONSHIPS premiere has been running since 10.30am on Thursday. No fewer than seven world number one rankings, four Olympic champions, 17 world champions and 35 European champions are competing for world ranking points and European Championship medals. The Croatian hosts are sending four judoka into the c... Read more

Judo Canada

(2024-4-25)

Canada’s Junior Team Takes Second Place

Montréal, April 24, 2024 – Canadian junior judokas united forces on Wednesday in the Mixed Team event of the Panamerican Cadet and Junior Championships in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Driven by collective efforts, the Canadians reached the final, where they came up against local athletes – and the defending champions of the competition. Photo: IJF / Di Feliciantonio Emanuele John Jr. Messe A Bessong Today’s story began when the Canadian team lost its first match against the Brazilian tea... Read more

JudoInside

(2024-4-25)

Kick-off day one of the European Championships in Zagreb

The Senior European Judo Championships 2024 in Zagreb are set to begin with a bang, featuring a staggering entry of 439 judoka from 47 nations ready to battle it out for glory from April 25th to 28th. Despite the challenges posed by the Olympic year, the championships promise to be a showcase of top-tier judo talent. Day one of the championships will see the men's -60kg and -66kg categories take center stage, with a lineup of formidable athletes vying for the coveted European titles. Read more

European Judo Union

(2024-4-24)

TIME TO SHINE

On the eve of the Senior European Judo Championships 2024, the Croatian Judo team came together for a collective training session where media were invited. Hosted in the ballroom of the Westin Hotel, the coaching staff and 20-strong team were getting in to the championship mindset, minus a couple of athletes who were in the weigh in process, There were big wins for Team Croatia in 2024, setting them up for a successful Championships in the capital City of Zagreb, one of those with tremen... Read more

Judo Books by Koka Kids

(2024-4-24)

Sensei! Join the Koka Kids Coaching Library and get visuals to teach judo and market your dojo

Welcome to Koka Kids Judo Coaching Resources Library, created by Olympic silver medallist, Nicola Fairbrother. Read more The post Sensei! Join the Koka Kids Coaching Library and get visuals to teach judo and market your dojo appeared first on Judo Books by Koka Kids . Read more

European Judo Union

(2024-4-24)

IT ALL BEGINS THURSDAY

Thursday will not only bring the first day of the European Judo Championships Seniors Zagreb 2024 but the opening day of the EJU Kids Camp 2024 , held also in Zagreb. Over 1100 children from 30 countries will join in unity to learn and to share their knowledge. Each day of the camp will be divided into two sections, a morning judo session and an afternoon session filled with several activities such as Fair play workshop and creative DIY ventures. Children will also be exposed to demo... Read more

Irish Judo Association

(2024-4-24)

Results for Leinster Open Kyu Championships held on 13th of April 2024 ( Cloned )

Please find the Results for Leinster Open Mini Mon held on 13th of April 2024 Well done to everyone! Read more

Irish Judo Association

(2024-4-24)

Results for Leinster Open Mini Mon held on 13th of April 2024

Please find the Results for Leinster Open Mini Mon held on 13th of April 2024 Well done to everyone! Read more

JudoInside

(2024-4-24)

Inal Tasoev aiming to regain the European heavyweight title

World Ranking leader Inal Tasoev leads the pack by a significant margin, boasting over 1300 points more than fellow world champion Andy Granda (CUB) and 1500 points ahead of Japanese contender Tatsuru Saito. Despite this, the competition in this category remains fierce, especially with one of the sport's greatest judoka, Teddy Riner (FRA), setting his sights on securing his third Olympic title. Read more

Judo Canada

(2024-4-24)

John Jr. Messé A Bessong Wins Junior Pan-American Championship

Montréal, April 23, 2024 – John Jr Messé A Bessong did not spend much time on the tatamis on Tuesday at the Junior Pan-American Championships in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The Québécois made short work of his three bouts of the day in his quest to secure the title of champion in the over-100 kg weight category. Photo Judo Canada John Jr Messé A Bessong His final match, against Jose Miguel Brache Jarquin of the Dominican Republic, was his longest of the day at 76 seconds. Messé A Besson... Read more

JudoInside

(2024-4-23)

Israeli Women can shine on final day of European Championships

As the European Judo Championships reach their climax on the third and final day of individual competition, it's the leading ladies from Israel who are stealing the spotlight in the -78kg and +78kg categories. Read more

JudoInside

(2024-4-23)

Referees selected for the Olympic Games

The International Judo Federation (IJF) commends all referees for their hard work and commitment. The path to reaching this level is arduous, requiring unwavering dedication and a relentless pursuit of improvement. The fact that these individuals have reached this stage is truly remarkable and deserving of recognition. Read more

JudoInside

(2024-4-23)

The Insider's Guide to Fast Withdrawal Bookmakers for Betting on Judo

People want to withdraw the money they win at online casinos or sports betting sites into their own accounts in a very short period of time. However, this varies from payment method to payment method and can sometimes take days, unless you are dealing with cryptocurrencies. Read more

JudoInside

(2024-4-23)

Day Two of European Judo Championships 2024: Excitement Peaks in Zagreb

As the European Judo Championships 2024 in Zagreb enter their second day, anticipation is at its peak with four highly competitive weight categories set to take the stage. Among these, the men's -73kg category stands out as the most populated, promising fierce battles for supremacy. Read more

JudoInside

(2024-4-23)

Georgia leads the charge at day three of European Championships

As the European Championships progress, all eyes are on Team Georgia, poised to make a significant impact on day two and three of the competition. Leading the charge is none other than Lasha Bekauri, the current Olympic Champion, heading the -90kg category. Joining him is teammate Giorgi Jabniashvili, ranked #57 in the world, adding to the anticipation of thrilling matchups and potential upsets. Read more

Judo Canada

(2024-4-23)

Gold for Lowan Le Bris, Seven Canadians on Podium

Montréal, April 22, 2024 – An impressive total of 13 Canadian athletes found themselves battling it out for medals on Monday at the Cadet Pan-American Championships in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Ultimately, seven Canadians climbed onto the podium, led by Lowan Le Bris, gold medallist in the under-66 kg weight class. Photo Judo Canada Lowan Le Bris In the big final, Le Bris needed extra time to vanquish Reiver Alvarenga Soto of Argentina. The British-Colombian finally secured the win 46... Read more

Fighting Fitness Judo

(2024-4-23)

Effingham and Leatherhead RFC tackle Judo for Rugby session.

Friday, 19th April, we saw our Judo for Rugby initiative launch as we welcomed Effingham and Leatherhead RFC to the Woking dojo! Thanks to Chris King for helping us organise this dedicated judo for rugby session. In the session, we covered using your body more effectively on the floor, falling and tackling. The guys were really open and eager to learn! After watching their boys play rugby, Vince and Sam were inspired to create these sessions! Judo offers many transferable and complementary sk... Read more

Fighting Fitness Judo

(2024-4-23)

Martial Arts Classes for 1st Knaphill Beaver Scouts Group!

It was great to welcome the 1st Knaphill Beaver Scouts to our Woking Dojo!   The children had great energy and listening skills! The team did so well that we covered much more than usual in a taster class! They nailed the Japanese words: Hajime (Go/Start), Mate (Stop) and Rei (Bow) Learned the aim of judo = to score an ippon. They had a chance to wrestle their partners on the ground and learned a hold-down (pin) called mune-gatame!. Finishing with break falls on the crash mat and a game of la... Read more

JudoInside

(2024-4-23)

Croatian Women’s Judo Team Poised for European Championships Success

With the Senior European Judo Championships 2024 set to commence in Zagreb, all eyes are on the Croatian women’s team as they aim to secure European titles in their respective weight categories. Despite the pressure mounting, the team is prepared to capitalize on the home advantage and showcase their prowess on the international stage. Read more

JudoInside

(2024-4-22)

European Judo Championships 2024 to Kick Off in Zagreb

This week, the Croatian capital, Zagreb, is set to host the highly anticipated European Judo Championships 2024, with top judokas from across Europe gathering to compete for glory. The event promises to be a celebration of skill, determination, and sportsmanship, showcasing the best of the continent's judo stars. The Zagreb Arena will host the European Judo Championships for the first time ever. More than 430 athletes from 47 nations are participating in the competition where in the IJF host... Read more

JudoInside

(2024-4-21)

Will Lukas Krpalek be the one in Paris?

When people think about who will finally match Tadahiro Nomura's three Olympic gold medals, they tend to think of Teddy Riner. Will Riner finally be able to do it in Paris? But another prospect, who tends to get overlooked, is Lukas Krpalek (CZE) who is also a double Olympic Champion, albeit at different weights (-100kg and +100kg). Read more

Irish Judo Association

(2024-4-16)

Points & Wins for Leinster Open Kyu Championships held on 13th of April 2024

Please find the Point s & Wins for Leinster Open Kyu Championships held on 13th of April 2024 Well done to everyone! Read more

United States Judo Federation

(2024-4-16)

KL Judo

(2024-4-11)

Running Kosoto

I saw some players do this on the IJF World Tour and decided to teach my students this new spin on a classic throw. Is it kosoto? Is it kata-guruma? Is it side takedown? Maybe a little bit of each. Read more

The Kano Chronicles© 嘉納歴代©

(2024-4-08)

Was Fukuda Keiko sensei a “direct student” of Kanō shihan? How did Kanō shihan approach jūdō training for women?

This weekend I was mentioned by someone in a Judo Facebook group about an unattributed #blackbeltmagazine article citing the most influential women in judo that provided a list of those women and their accomplishments.  I suspect being mentioned was to elicit a comment, and, being interested in the best history of judo, I bit. I … Continue reading Was Fukuda Keiko sensei a “direct student” of Kanō shihan? How did Kanō shihan approach jūdō training for women? → Read more

Irish Judo Association

(2024-4-07)

Bronze for Maxim at Dubrovnik Senior European Cup 2024

Latest News from Croatia Maxim Trigub wins Bronze at the Dubrovnik Senior European Cup 2024 this evening. Well done Max from everyone in Irish Judo Read more

Irish Judo Association

(2024-4-07)

Outlines & Entry Form – Irish Judo Club Challenge 2024

Irish Judo Club Challenge 2024 Outlines & Entry Form – Irish Judo Club Challenge 2024 Close Date 6th May 2024 at 11.59pm Read more

Judo Canada

(2024-4-06)

Five-Medal Haul in Varadero

Montréal, April 5, 2024 – On Friday in Cuba, the Canadian judo team concluded its two days of competition at the Pan-American Open in Varadero with a total of five medals: two gold and three bronze. Photo: Facebook, Confederacion Panamericana de Judo Isabelle Harris Isabelle Harris (-63 kg) and Coralie Godbout (-78 kg) spearheaded the squad, claiming the two gold medals, while Laurence Gagnon (-57 kg), Tylor Collin (-60 kg), and Olivier Gagnon (-73 kg) secured the third spot on thei... Read more

Irish Judo Association

(2024-4-04)

Points & Wins for Northern Ireland Closed held on the 24th March 2024

Please find the Points & Wins for Northern Ireland Closed held on the 24th March 2024  Well done to everyone! Read more

Irish Judo Association

(2024-4-04)

Points & Wins for Inter Provincial Judo Championships held on the 24th March 2024

Please find the Point s & Wins for Inter Provincial Judo Championships held on the 24th March 2024 Well done to everyone! Read more

Judo Canada

(2024-3-31)

ElNahas Earns Silver After Forfeitingthe Fight for Gold

Montréal, March 31, 2024 – Ontario’s Shady ElNahas earned a third medal for Canada on the final day of the Antalya Grand Slam in Turkey. On Sunday, ElNahas was awarded silver in the under-100 kg category after forfeiting the final to Jorge Fonseca of Portugal. Photo: IJF, Tamara Kulumbegashvili Shady ElNahas The Canadian would have much preferred to fight for glory against the Tokyo Olympic bronze medallist and 2019 and 2021 world champion, but an injury in the semi-final put his ex... Read more

Judo Canada

(2024-3-30)

Silver medallist in Antalya, François Gauthier-Drapeau records his career best Grand Slam result!

Montreal, March 30th, 2024 (Judo Canada) – François Gauthier-Drapeau won Canada’s second medal at the Antalya Grand Slam in Turkey. The Quebecer was awarded silver in the under-81 kg category on Saturday, 24 hours after Christa Deguchi’s triumph in the under-57 kg competition. Photo: International Judo Federation Gauthier-Drapeau squared off against defending Olympic champion Takanori Nagase of Japan in the final, the first of his Grand Slam career. A worthy opponent his coach Antoi... Read more

Judo Canada

(2024-3-29)

Christa Deguchi back on top of the podium

Montreal, March 29th, 2024 – After capturing bronze a week ago at the Tbilisi Grand Slam in Georgia, Christa Deguchi made her return to the podium on Friday, this time with a gold medal around her neck in the under-57 kg category at the Antalya Grand Slam in Turkey. Photo IJF Jessica Lima, Christa Deguchi, Maysa Pardayeva and Faiza Mokdar In the final clash of the day, Deguchi faced off against Brazil’s Jessica Lima. The duel went into overtime, with both finalists having received t... Read more

Konan Judo

(2024-3-28)

Kime No Kata Clinic – April 21, 2024

Date: Sunday April 21, 2024 Time: Registration 12:00 pm Workshop 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm Location: Shojin Judo, 29223 Southfield Rd, Southfield, MI 48086 Instructor: Frances Glaze Flyer to coming soon. Read more

Judo Canada

(2024-3-28)

“Anyone can contribute, regardless of thecolour of their belt” – Ruth Lam

Montréal, March 28, 2024 (Judo Canada) – Black belt or no black belt, Ruth Lam will not be held back from furthering the development of judo in Canada, just as she’s done for more than twenty years. In 2022, Lam became the first woman without a black belt in judo to sit on Judo Canada’s board of directors. She was quick to acknowledge the honour, and was keen to use her position to help develop the sport on a national level. The skills she possesses outside the tatamis enabled her to beco... Read more

Judo Canada

(2024-3-28)

Judo Ontario and Judo Canada Join Forces!

Toronto, March 27, 2024 (Judo Canada) – Judo Ontario and Judo Canada are proud to announce the strengthening of their collaboration with the arrival of James Cunningham at Judo Canada as part-time manager of the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP). Cunningham, who will also be promoted to the position of executive director of Judo Ontario, will lend his expertise and dedication to the development of judo on a national level. The new incumbent, who will officially assume his ... Read more

Konan Judo

(2024-3-28)

Nage No Kata Clinic

Location: Max Out Sports, 23860 Miles Rd, Bedford Heights, OH Read more

Irish Judo Association

(2024-3-26)

Congratulations to Julia – Sport Ireland Aspire Graduate

The office of the Irish Judo Association along with the IJA Executive Committee members would like to congratulate Julia O’Connor on successfully graduating from the Sport Ireland Aspire Graduate Programme 2023/4. Through Dormant Account Funding sourced by Sport Ireland, the Irish Judo Association was able to offer Julia an 11 month graduate role within the offices of the Association and on Friday the 22nd March 2024, Julia attended her graduation ceremony with her fellow graduates at the Cro... Read more

NI Judo

(2024-3-26)

A high level of entries and a higher standard of Judo at the Northern Ireland Closed

The Northern Ireland Closed Championships took place on the 24 th of March in the Foyle Arena, and with a solid entry of competitors from across the province, the day was set to be a great day of Judo. The event which focused on the Cadets, Juniors, Seniors, and Masters started with the Masters section and with a good entry of players, it was strong competition across the pools with great camaraderie and spirit. This then followed with the Cadet entry, and from what we could see of the standa... Read more

Irish Judo Association

(2024-3-26)

Points & Wins for Galway Open 9th March 2024

Please find the Points & Wins for Galway Open 9th March 2024  Well done to everyone!   Read more

Irish Judo Association

(2024-3-25)

Results – Inter Provincial Championships 2024

Results – Inter Provincial Championships 2024 Please see Results – Inter Provincial Championships 2024 for the event held at the weekend. Congratulations to Leinster Judo on their victory, points were awarded as follows: Gold – 3 points Silver – 2 points Bronze – 1 point Max – 7 points per category Also included standings per champion per age band with the split between provinces. Well done to everyone!   Read more

Judo Canada

(2024-3-24)

Shady ElNahas Returns to Podium, Gets his “Mojo” Back

Credit: Tamara Kulumbegashvili Shady ElNahas (on the left) Montréal, March 24, 2024 – Shady ElNahas secured his first podium finish of 2024 on Sunday, capturing a silver medal at the Tbilisi Grand Slam in the under-100 kg category. Although the defeat was hard for him to swallow, it in no way represented the Canadian’s overall performance on the tatamis in Georgia this weekend. In the big final, ElNahas refused to be daunted by the fact that his opponent, Nikoloz Sherazadishvili,... Read more

United States Judo Federation

(2024-3-20)

22nd Maccabiah Games July 1 – 16, 2025

Lou Moyerman and Miki Takemori have sent this information: Read more

The Original Judo Podcast

(2024-3-18)

Predicting the Olympic Champions Part 2 with Chris Barry

Predicting the Olympic Champions Part 2 the women. With British Judo’s Chris Barry. Read more

Judo Books by Koka Kids

(2024-3-18)

Judo Certificates for Judo Coaches

Judo certificates are an excellent tool for judo coaches to use, to encourage judoka to Read more The post Judo Certificates for Judo Coaches appeared first on Judo Books by Koka Kids . Read more

KL Judo

(2024-3-16)

From Uchikomi to Randori

The gap between learning the mechanics of a technique to getting it to work in randori is a huge one. When learning the mechanics, you usually start with uchikomi. This teaches you how to enter into the technique. Uchikomi is very useful for this. But it doesn't teach you how to complete the technique. For that, you have to do nagekomi. Doing lots of throws on the crash pad is really important to get the feel of the throw. And it's important to do it on a crash pad because you want tori to th... Read more

United States Judo Federation

(2024-3-15)

2024 USJF Hall of Fame, Lifetime Achievement Presidential Recognition Awards Banquet

Spend an enjoyable Saturday evening with our USJF Judo community and help to congratulate, recognize, celebrate, honor and show our appreciation for our awardees for their expertise and service to the Judo community across the USA, with Shufu Judo Yudanshakai, and the USJF! Read more

NI Judo

(2024-3-12)

A fantastic medal haul for the NIJF players at the British Schools Championship

On the 9 th and 10 th March the British Schools Championship took place in Sheffield, with the top competitors from across the UK coming together to compete for the title of Champion. A squad of 19 players from 8 clubs across the province were part of the cohort of players attending, with 15 of these being long standing members of our Pathway Squad and Academy initiative coached by Stephen McCluskey. Another 4 were self-funded players. This was the first time so many athletes from the Pathwa... Read more

United States Judo Federation

(2024-3-11)

United States Judo Federation

(2024-3-02)

Webinar: Introduction to USJF Smoothcomp Platform

Webinar: Introduction to USJF Smoothcomp Platform March 10, 2024, 10:00 am, Hawaiian Time Read more

Recent posts

(2024-2-29)

KEY DATES & CALENDAR FIRST CLUB TRAINING SESSIONS FOR 2024

TBA                             Next Committee meeting 2 - 3 Mar 24                 2024 Sydney International Open - Liverpool 9 Mar 24                      Saturday State Squad 17 Mar 24                     Budokan Mons Competition Read more

Recent posts

(2024-2-29)

BUDOKAN ANNUAL AWARDS NIGHT 2023

There were over 30 perpetual trophies awarded late last year at our Annual Awards Night. If you won one of these awards and shared it with another club member, please return it to the club so that the other recipient can also hold it for a while. Read more

Recent posts

(2024-2-29)

WHAT DOES THE ARRIVAL OF 2024 MEAN TO YOU?

https://www.ijf.org/news/show/what-does-the-arrival-of-2024-mean-to-you is a link to a compilation of reflections by some of the IJF’s World Tour athletes:“For some, the arrival of a new year sign Read more

Recent posts

(2024-2-29)

BUDOKAN CLASS RESTRUCTURE PLANNED FOR THIS YEAR

At Budokan, we are always looking at ways to improve the effective delivery of Judo skills and experiences to our club’s athletes.  Initiatives such as the: Read more

Recent posts

(2024-2-29)

COMBAT INSTITUTE OF AUSTRALIA APPOINTMENTS

The Combat Institute of Australia (CombatAUS) is a purely High-Performance focussed organisation, aiming to deliver sustained international success for our Cadet and older National Team athletes. Read more

Recent posts

(2024-2-29)

BUDOKAN MONS AND JUNIOR (U/11) COMPETITION – 17 MARCH

We will be holding our Mons and Junior (U/a11) competition at the club only a few weeks away.  This is a great opportunity for our youngest members to participate in competition in our own club. Read more

Recent posts

(2024-2-29)

SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL OPEN – 1–3 MARCH

Entries for the 2024 SIO close Tuesday 27th February. Our entries should be very strong this year and we encourage all eligible Budokan athletes to challenge themselves in competition at our home city. Read more

Recent posts

(2024-2-29)

ACT INTERNATIONAL OPEN (IN GOULBURN) – 16-18FEB

I mentioned in my opening message how well our 28 Budokan athletes competed at Goulburn and what a great time we all had. Read more

Recent posts

(2024-2-29)

NATIONAL AND INTERATIONAL UPDATE

NATIONAL CAMPS Our year began with some of our higher-level athletes participating in the National Training Camp at the National Performance Centre in Melbourne from 8 – 13 January. Read more

Recent posts

(2024-2-29)

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Hi to all Budokanis, old and new.  Welcome to a number of new club members – we hope that you enjoy your Judo experience at Budokan. Please let me (or any of our great Committee members or coaches) know if there is anything we can do for you.  Read more

United States Judo Federation

(2024-2-26)

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. Read more

United States Judo Federation

(2024-2-26)

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) Read more

Welsh Judo Association

(2024-2-21)

FEMALE FIGHTERS FESTIVAL 2024!

Calling all Female WJA Judoka If you have yet to pay for the Festival, please register with British Judo and then fill in this claim form! For those who have already paid, please complete the form . Read more

Welsh Judo Association

(2024-2-21)

GUIDANCE FOR COACHES & CLUBS ON RAMADAN

BJA have published guidance to support participants and employees across the Judo community during the holy month of Ramadan. The guidance includes information on how fasting and other lifestyle changes during this period may impact participants across adult and youth Judo, with advice on exercise and nutrition for practising Muslims, as well as guidance for non-Muslim athletes, clubs and staff to ensure their Judo environment is as inclusive and welcoming as possible. BJA-Guidance-2... Read more

United States Judo Federation

(2024-2-20)

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. Read more

Yorkshire and Humberside Judo news - Yorkshire and Humberside Judo

(2024-2-20)

Can you help a club survive?

The Bahari judo club has been using judo mats that belong to the Zanzibar judo association. After 3 years and the club getting established, the association has asked for the mats back, leaving the club matless. This is where you come in! The Bahari club is reaching out to the international judo community for help in securing funding to purchase a set of mats owned by the club. Abdul, coach of the club, has been active in the area for a while now. Including as a coach at the Judo Excellence cl... Read more

Fighting Fitness Judo

(2024-2-18)

The Digital Dilemma: Why Getting Children Active is Crucial for Their Well-being

In today’s digital age, children spend more time than ever glued to screens, whether smartphones, tablets, computers, or video game consoles. While technology offers many benefits, excessive screen time can have detrimental effects on children’s physical and mental health. In this article, we’ll explore the importance of getting children off screens and active, the long-term effects of sedentary behaviour, and how judo and martial arts can provide a solution. The Rise of Screen Time With the... Read more

United States Judo Federation

(2024-2-16)

Judo being a Martial Art of Japan

From Stanford University's archives Read more

Judo Books by Koka Kids

(2024-2-16)

Irish Judo Mon Grading Syllabus & Shamrock

The Irish Judo Mon Grading Syllabus & Shamrock Syllabus is covered fully in this book Read more The post Irish Judo Mon Grading Syllabus & Shamrock appeared first on Judo Books by Koka Kids . Read more

NI Judo

(2024-2-07)

Commonwealth Championships 2024

Details of the Commonwealth Judo Championships taking place in early April in Malta, are now available including the entry information. There is also a planned Ne Waza event at this competition (details are TBC). Richard Briggs will be managing the entries from Northern Ireland, and below are the details and information he has requested to be listed: Criteria: Although this is a self funded event it is a World Class competition event and players should hold at least a 1 st Kyu grade along wi... Read more

NI Judo

(2024-2-01)

British Schools Championships

We’re delighted to be sending a large cohort of players across the water to the British Schools Championships’ in March. To assist with preparation, Coach Stephen McCluskey is adding additional sessions that players are encouraged to attend in the preparation and build up to the event. The additional training is supported by NIJF funding, so there are no mat fees for the additional sessions: Sunday 4 th  February 12.00-1.30pm in Lisburn Racquets Club. (Players are encouraged to attend from 11... Read more

The Original Judo Podcast

(2024-1-31)

Predicting the Olympic Champions with Chris Barry

This week we welcome to the show British Judo's Performance Analyst Chris Barry to discuss who this years Olympic Champions are going to be. This week we go through our predictions for the mens categories Read more

Welsh Judo Association

(2024-1-30)

New Directors Appointed and Diolch i Chi Am Bopeth Kerry & Jo

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Barry Cawte and Chris Emsley as Independent Non-Executive Directors at the Welsh Judo Association. Both arrive at a pivotal time within our new strategy, and we are excited by their experience and skillsets.    Barry Cawte is the Chief Executive of Scottish Hockey, the third largest team sport in Scotland, with international teams competing at all levels right through to the Commonwealth Games. Barry is also a director of Great Britain Ho... Read more

Judo Books by Koka Kids

(2024-1-29)

How to teach Uki-Goshi

How to teach Uki Goshi just go a lot easier with the Koka Kids 4 Read more The post How to teach Uki-Goshi appeared first on Judo Books by Koka Kids . Read more

KL Judo

(2024-1-28)

Koga Seoi-Nage Masterclass

3 key success factors for the Koga Seoi-Nage. 3 common mistakes people make when doing Koga Seoi-Nage. 3 types of uchikomi to build up your Koga Seoi-Nage. 3 precursors for the Koga Seoi-Nage. Read more

Konan Judo

(2024-1-25)

Michigan State Games Judo Tournament

When: February 17, 2024 starting at 10am Where: Kroc Center Grand Rapids, MI 49507 Hosted by: Godai Judo Something for everyone in Judo!JuniorsSeniorsVeterans (Masters)Kata Register: https://event.racereach.com/sgom-wg-judo/register/ Note – There will be no on-site registration only online through 11PM Wednesday, February 14th.  All pooling will be done the evening before the tournament.  Athletes will still be required to check in […] Read more

Judo Books by Koka Kids

(2024-1-22)

Judo Friendship Flyer

Get the flyer Judo Friendship Flyer. Show that your dojo is a positive welcoming environment Read more The post Judo Friendship Flyer appeared first on Judo Books by Koka Kids . Read more

KL Judo

(2024-1-19)

The making of a champion

What does it take to make a judo champion? At KL Judo, we think there are eight key success factors. Here they are (in no order of importance): a) Strength & Fitness It's a fallacy to say that if you have technique, you don't need strength. You need strength to execute your techniques. Even the best techniques in the world won't work if you are physically weak. So, it's important to build strength. If you are a player who is able to train full-time and do sufficient judo every day, then by al... Read more

The Original Judo Podcast

(2024-1-17)

Season 2 Episode 45 with Double Paralympic medallist Sam Ingram

This week we welcome back to the show double paralympic medallist Sam Ingram. Sam is a return guest having graced the show way back in 2017 on episode 2, when he was still considering having a run at the Tokyo Paralympics. Long since making the decision to retire, we have a look back over his incredible career, competing at 3 paralympics, medaling at world and paralympic level, and becoming the first VI Judoka to medal in the national championships Read more

KL Judo

(2024-1-17)

Left Wrist-Control "Rolling" Series

Rolling Kataha-Jime Traineau Armlock Rolling British Strangle Read more

KL Judo

(2024-1-14)

Good newaza

you shouHere are some key tips on how to get good at newaza. It all starts with mindset. I've heard so many people say things like, "I hate newaza but I'll force myself to do it because it's necessary." For such people, newaza is a necessary evil that should be banned. But since it's not banned, they'll do it. Such people will never be good at newaza. You can force yourself to do something you hate but you can never be good at it. So,  you've got to accept and embrace the fact that newaza is ... Read more

KL Judo

(2024-1-09)

Briggs Sankaku Versions 1 & 2

Standard Version Keylock-First Version Read more

Judo Books by Koka Kids

(2024-1-06)

Want to continue getting judo resources in 2024 🥋

    Hi everyone! Nik here from Koka Kids Judo with an update on the Read more The post Want to continue getting judo resources in 2024 🥋 appeared first on Judo Books by Koka Kids . Read more

Judo Books by Koka Kids

(2024-1-06)

100 Judo Resources for Coaches to Use to Teach Judo

  100 judo resources for judo coaches and teachers to use.  Welcome to Koka Kids Read more The post 100 Judo Resources for Coaches to Use to Teach Judo appeared first on Judo Books by Koka Kids . Read more

KL Judo

(2024-1-03)

Jacket Skirt Tie-Up Series

Version 1 Version 2 Version 3 Read more

KL Judo

(2023-12-31)

Jacket Skirt Tie-Up

Three different turnovers for different scenarios. Read more

KL Judo

(2023-12-31)

The Khabarelli

The classical Khabarelli (now banned). Modern Khabarelli (perfectly legal). Read more

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