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Welcome to the
Official Website of
USA TRADITIONAL KODOKAN JUDO TM
A National Program of the
UNITED STATES JU-JITSU FEDERATION (USJJF)
A 501(c)3 Non-Profit Corporation
The Objective of USJJF's National Program of Traditional Kodokan Judo is to unify American Traditional Kodokan Judoka with a foundation of mutual respect and to provide services and guidance to foster Technical Excellence, Fellowship and Human Character Development. The USJJF is committed to Ensuring Integrity and Maintaining the Highest Standards in the Traditional Kodokan Judo Community. |
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USJJF / USA-TKJ MEMBERSHIP
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The United States Ju-Jitsu Federation is the largest Ju-Jitsu & Traditional Kodokan Judo organization in the United States of America and has been serving the American Ju-Jitsu community since 1971. There are many benefits to joining the USJJF, and you will see each of those benefits listed here with much more to come. Read the information below to learn about our benefits, membership fees and to obtain membership forms.
Mission Statement
The Mission of the United States Ju-Jitsu Federation is to unify American Ju-Jitsuka & Judoka with a foundation of mutual respect for all systems of Ju-Jitsu and Traditional Kodokan Judo, as well as provide services and guidance to foster Technical Excellence, Fellowship and Human Character Development.
Vision Statement
The United States Ju-Jitsu Federation is a world-class organization comprised of highly skilled and dedicated Ju-Jitsuka & Judoka rich in tradition of excellence. We will provide our members unparalleled opportunities for personal growth, development and pride. We will always strive to exceed the expectations of Our Members, the Ju-Jitsu International Federation (JJIF), the Martial Arts International Federation (MAIF), and the Martial Arts Community.
Values Statement
The United States Ju-Jitsu Federation is committed to effective communication and continuous improvement to foster technical excellence, an environment of trust and teamwork which promotes personal and organizational growth and achievement of clearly prioritized goals. |
Click here for Information on USA-TKJ "Life Time Fellows".
Benefits of Membership
- National and International Programs for Technical, Philosophical and Leadership Development in Traditional Kodokan Judo.
- A National and International Network of Traditional Judoka
- "Highest Quality" Traditional Judo Rank and Membership Certificates for the USJJF Members.
- Written US JU-JITSU and Traditional Kodokan Judo Training Curriculum & Dan Grade Requirements for all USJJF members.
Click here to view examples.
- A Proper & Non-Political Promotion System for all USA Traditional Kodokan Judoka.
- Technical, Administrative & Communication Assistance for Students and Instructors of Traditional Judoka.
- High Quality Training Videos & Aids in Traditional Kodokan Judo.
- Internationally Standardized Rank Requirements for Traditional Kodokan Judo.
- National & International Ju-Jitsu Referee Training and Certification.
- An informative and professional website for all Traditional Judoka.
- Traditional Kodokan Judo Instructor / Examiner Certification.
- Technical and Kata Training with Certification.
- A National Headquarters with "decentralized" Traditional Judo Programs and Leadership.
- The development of a National Institute for Traditional Judo for research and development, as well as State, Regional & National Training Centers for expert training in Traditional Kodokan Judo.
- Local, Regional, National and International Programs and Events for all members of USJJF and USA-TKJ..
- International Exchange Programs and Services with other National Traditional Judo Organizations of the MAIF and ITKJ, such as Sweden Traditional Kodokan Judo, German Traditional Kodokan Judo, Serbia Traditional Kodokan Judo and other National Traditional Judo Organizations.
Membership Fees for Individuals
(Click here for fees for individuals from a Partner or Affiliate Organization)
Rank Registration:
For "On-Line Application" for Rank Certification, Validation or Promotion- Click Here for details
Black Belt:
Rank Certification, Validation and Promotion Fees for Black Belt Ranks
- 1st Degree - $150.00 USD
- 2nd Degree - $175.00 USD
- 3rd Degree - $200.00 USD
- 4th Degree - $225.00 USD
- 5th Degree - $250.00 USD
- 6th Degree - $275.00 USD
- 7th Degree - $300.00 USD
- 8th Degree - $325.00 USD
- 9th Degree - $350.00 USD
- 10th Degree - $375.00 USD
Below Black Belt:
USJJF now issues Kyu or Class Level ("below" Black Belt) Certificates to its Member Certified Instructor / Examiners!
The Fee for these blank certificates is $7.00 USD (or $8.00 USD for "Customized" certificates with Instructor's Name, Rank & Title included). The Fee for complete "Customized" certificates with all information included (Name, Rank, System & Date of Rank) is $10.00 USD, Note: Minimum order of 10 Certificates.
- Associate Traditional Kodokan Judo Instructor / Examiner (1st - 3rd Dan)**: $50.00
- Senior Traditional Kodokan Judo Instructor / Examiner (4th - 6th Dan)**: $75.00
- Master Traditional Kodokan Judo Instructor / Examiner (7th - 8th Dan)**: $100.00
- Grandmaster Traditional Kodokan Judo Instructor / Examiner 9th - 10th Dan)**:$100.00
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- Annual Club Registration: $35.00 Annual (Optional: One Year = $35.00, Two Years = $60.00, Three Years = $80.00, Four Years = $100.00, Five Years = $120.00), Note: On-Line Registration is Available!
*Dan level certification fees may be waived for new member instructors who register and certify the ranks of five black belts or twenty-five non-black belt students.
**Must hold current rank in the US Ju-Jitsu National System or USA Traditional Kodokan Judo to receive Instructor/Examiner certification.
Membership Fees for Individuals belonging to a Partner or Affiliate Martial Arts Organization:
Current Life Members of a Partner Martial Arts Organization:
- Youth and Adult Annual Membership: $25.00 per year
- Rank Certification for Black Belt Ranks: $75.00 flat fee
Current Life Members of an Affiliate Martial Arts Organization:
- Youth and Adult Annual Membership: $30.00 per year
- Rank Certification for Black Belt Ranks:
- 1st - 3rd Degree - $100.00
- 4th - 6th Degree - $150.00
- 7th - 10th Degree - $200.00
Note: A copy, of your "life membership card" or certificate from a partner or affiliate organization is required to receive the USA-TKJ member discount
If you are a Judoka practitioner and would like to have your rank certified by USA Traditional Kodokan Judo, please read the information contained here. However, these are the general guideline for rank promotions and certification/homologation:
| All USA-TKJ recommendations for promotions require (as a minimum) the following:
1. A completed (readable) membership / "Promotion Recommendation" Form
2. Completed training history of the recommended member.
3. The appropriate promotion fee AND a photo in "coat and tie" or "business attire" to be included on the certificate.
4. A copy of the dojo or system certificate, or a letter from the instructor, or at least, the signature of the instructor recommending the promotion on the back of the form.
Note: For 3rd Kyu & above (& all Dan Grades) ranks, a copy of the dojo or system certificate or a letter from the sensei is required. When Rank Certification (Homologation) is requested, a copy of at least all dan grade certificates is required.
5. Recommended individual must be a current USJJF Member.
For National Traditional Kodokan Judo Dan Grade Validations or Promotions, the Sensei must to be a Traditional Kodokan Judo Certified Instructor / Examiner of at least two grades above the recommended individual. Please review the Rank Certification / Validation Procedures at www.usjjf.org.
Please read the Membership / Promotion Form Closely...
And finally, Candidates for JJIF International Rank or MAIF International Rank must first hold rank in the US JU-JITSU National System or USA Traditional Kodokan Judo. |
Membership Forms
If you are interested in joining the USA Traditional Kodokan Judo, then you may download the necessary forms by clicking here.
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