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United States Judo AssociationBoard of Directors Our History Code of Ethics Grassroots Judo Growing Judo Promotion System Archives Forms & Documents News Clubs Events Committees Coach Diversity and Inclusion Events Kata Kosen Military Promotion Board Jujitsu Referee Regional Coordinators Standards and Ethics Store Donate Contact Join Login United States Judo Association The USJA commits itself to spreading the art of Judo to the best of our abilities in the spirit of jita-kyoei, mutual benefit. This was Jigoro Kano’s vision when he founded Judo, and we carry this philosophy on and off the tatami. We look forward to providing support, education, and a community of like-minded people to help foster the growth and expansion of Judo in the United States. Read moreIf there is effort, there is always accomplishment. Jigoro Kano Latest News October Promotion Board & CRE Committee News Congratulations to the following October2023 Dan promotions: Nilo Blomquist Godan Jita Kyoei Judo Klub Matthew Vander Horck Godan Makoto Kai Judo Dr. Robert Hunter, Jr. Godan Renshu Ryu Judo Kenneth Hudson, lll Yodan UNLV Rebels Judo Miguel Leon Yodan Ryoku Judo Club Steven Matias Yodan Cohesion BJJ & Judo Harry... Read more August Promotion Board & CRE Committee News Congratulations to the following July/August 2023 Dan promotions: Wesley Burriesci Shodan SDBJJ Academy Casey Curry Shodan Space Coast Judo and Jujitsu Maien Mi Shodan UM-Flint Judo Club Terri Grow Shodan Bowling Green Kentucky Judo Club Christina Reagan Shodan Smokey Mountain Judo Jose Varela Nidan Samurai Judo Association Marian Kusz Sandan... Read more Sensei David Parritt 8D With more than 50 years of experience in martial arts, Sensei David Parritt is a seasoned international veteran in Judo and Jujitsu. He began his study of Judo at Atsugi Air Station, Japan, from 1956 to 1958, where his father was stationed as a Marine Corps officer. As is the... Read more President Welcome I want to personally welcome you to the USJA website. Please let us know what we can do for you. David Brogan Today’s Birthdays Cruz Alan Fondriest Alice Larson David Salas James H. Stockwell Christopher Quinn Howe Mr. Jack Victor Pivano Dave E. Loyst Spencer Holdridge James Armstrong Nora Leigh Jackson Top 10 Clubs Harrisburg Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo LLC Milestone Martial Arts Samurai Judo Association Bushido Kai Judo, Inc Ohio Judan Judo Club SOHK Judo Club Judo-Jujitsu Madison Shoshinkan Martial Arts Hollywood Judo Dojo Emerald City Judo Last 10 Promotions Date Name Club Rank 05/12/2024 Thomas Knowlton Valiant Martial Arts Gokyu 05/12/2024 Jamiant Belden Herrera Valiant Martial Arts Gokyu 05/12/2024 Eleanor Marie Blumes Valiant Martial Arts Yellow Belt - 2nd Degree 05/12/2024 Devin Damian Sarmiento Valiant Martial Arts Rokyu 05/12/2024 Josue Rosario Correa Valiant Martial Arts Yonkyu 05/12/2024 Josue Rosario Correa Valiant Martial Arts Gokyu 05/12/2024 Thomas Knowlton Valiant Martial Arts Yonkyu 05/11/2024 Mr Ethan Calvin Robinson Tomodachi Judo Club Orange Belt - 3rd Degree 05/11/2024 Robert D. Wheaton Fox Valley Judo/Jujitsu Club WI Sankyu - Brown Belt 05/11/2024 Sarah Gana Tomodachi Judo Club Yellow Belt - 1st Degree Join Become a member of the now Please pick the membership option that best serves your needs. Annual Membership $75 / 12 Months Accident and Liability Insurance Members Only Specials Rank Verification Join the largest judo organizationin the US! Sign Up Life Membership $45 / 12 months (sustaining) Includes Annual Membership Benefits Life Member Specials Be a part of judo for life! $400 / initial Sign up Trial Membership $10 / 10 Days Accident and Liability Insurance Members Only Specials Rank Verification Join the largest judo organizationin the US! Sign Up Modal title Close OK Our Leadership The USJA Board of Directors are democratically elected by our senior members every 4 years. The USJA has 2 standing committees: Promotion & Standards and Ethics. David Brogan President PA Steven Matias Vice President OK Jordan Stone Secretary VA Clinton Main Treasurer NJ John Schneider Director NY Paul Bova Director PA George Chittenden Director TN Michael Hall Director of Operations NY Michael Goldsmith General Counsel NY The USJA Board of Directors are democratically elected by our senior members every 4 years. The USJA has 2 standing committees: Promotion & Standards and Ethics. David Brogan President, PA Steven Matias Vice President, OK Jordan Stone Secretary, VA Clinton Main Treasurer, NJ John Schneider Director, NY Paul Bova Director, PA George Chittenden Director, TN Michael Hall Director of Operations, NY Michael Goldsmith General Counsel, NYBecome a Volunteer We are always looking for volunteers to serve on our various committees. You must be an active member and have a current, cleared background check to volunteer. Volunteer Now Volunteer Now Committees Current USJA Comittees Coach Education Committee The USJA Coaching Education and Certification Committee has these main goals: to run clinics and training camps throughout the country to raise the technical skills of coaches and their athletes, and to run a certification program of outstanding quality emphasizing a comprehensive approach to coaching. Learn More Diversity and Inclusion Committee Comming soon! Learn More Events Committee Comming soon! Learn More Kata Certification Committee Our Kata Committee serves the membership by providing step-by-step descriptions of kata, plus score sheets for judges. We suggest you print the guidelines for the kata you are doing and refer to them often for guidance. We encourage kata practitioners to attend judo camps and clinics to perfect the kata, for evaluation, and perhaps even for certification as kata instructor or judge. Learn More Kosen Judo Committee The Kosen Judo committee is devoted to educating and improving all aspects of newaza development. Learn More Military and Public Service Committee Our focus is on the improvement, organization, and solidarity of our men and women in uniform, as well as those who serve the public. Learn More Promotion Board Committee The mission of the USJA Promotion Board is to ensure that the standards of promotions awarded by the USJA reflect the technical expertise, range of techniques, character development, overall judo knowledge, and contribution to the sport of the person promoted. Learn More Jujitsu Committee The USJA believes that all variations of Jujitsu have something to offer our Jujitsuka. We believe that all styles can peacefully coexist under one banner. We believe that all styles of Jujitsu should conform to the basic principles as broadly depicted in the USJA Jujitsu manual. Learn More Referee Committee The purpose of the Referee Certification Committee is to educate the competitor, coach, and referee in the Competitive Rules of judo. Learn More Regional Coordinators Committee The goal of regional coordinators is to facilitate the development of judo at all levels. Regional coordinators contact and encourage many clubs and individuals to participate and host events aimed at increasing participation in judo via the USJA. Learn More Standards and Ethics Committee The USJA Code of Ethics is our statement of purpose. It is the guideline for our commitment to a standard of excellence and integrity unprecedented in sports. It is the mission of the USJA Standards and Ethics Committee to encourage, support, and foster the ethical behavior of all USJA members as well as to establish a policy of intolerance for behavior contrary to the USJA’s established Code of Ethics. 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