USA Judo

USA Judo is the national governing body for the sport of judo in the United States. As such, it is recognized by the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) and the International Judo Federation (IJF).

USA Judo's primary responsibilities include:

• Governing and Promoting Judo: Overseeing and developing the sport of judo at all levels within the United States.
• National Teams: Selecting, training, and supporting athletes to represent the United States in international competitions, including the Olympic Games, Paralympic Games (for visually impaired judoka), World Championships, and other major events.
• Rules and Regulations: Establishing and enforcing the rules and regulations for judo competitions within the US, in accordance with IJF guidelines.
• Referee Certification: Training and certifying judo referees to ensure fair and consistent officiating at tournaments.
• Coach Education: Providing educational resources and certification programs for judo coaches.
• Membership: Offering membership benefits to judoka (judo practitioners) across the country, including insurance coverage and access to tournaments and events.
• Sanctioning Events: Authorizing and sanctioning judo tournaments and competitions held within the US.
• Youth Development: Promoting judo among young people through various programs and initiatives.

USA Judo aims to grow the sport of judo, foster a safe and positive environment for its participants, and ensure that US athletes have the opportunity to compete at the highest levels of international competition. The organization is headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, near the US Olympic & Paralympic Training Center.