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New option for USJA Sexual Harassment and Concussion Training Compliance
For all purposes where sexual harassment and/or concussion training is required by the USJA, satisfactory completion as evidenced by a certificate of completion shall be acceptable if issued by the US Center for SafeSport, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or the National Federation of State High School Associations....
Read moreHappy Holidays from the USJA
Dear USJA Members and Friends, As the year comes to a close, we reflect with gratitude on the incredible moments, achievements, and camaraderie shared within our judo community. Together, we’ve demonstrated the values of respect, discipline, and perseverance both on and off the mats. This holiday season, we extend our...
Read moreOctober 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...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Kosen Judo Committee
The Kosen Judo committee is devoted to educating and improving all aspects of newaza development.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Referee Committee
The purpose of the Referee Certification Committee is to educate the competitor, coach, and referee in the Competitive Rules of judo.
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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.
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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 USJAâs established Code of Ethics.
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