Judo United Staff

A Journey of Connection Through Judo For Julien Brulard, known around the world as The Judo Nomad, every dojo is an opportunity to learn, share, and build friendships. His United States tour began right here in California, with CJ Judo in San Jose serving as his first stop. The venture was organized by Jonathan Cotte of Griffin Judo, whose efforts helped bring Julien to the United States and connect him with the Bay Area judo community. One Mission, a World of Dojos A French judo coach,...

Training, friendship, and a firsthand look at the World Judo Championships made for an unforgettable week in Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan National Training Center - Cadet Team with "Baku Expereince" team Judo can take you much further than the competition mat. For the athletes, families, and coaches who joined Judo United’s Baku Experience, a week in Azerbaijan brought that idea to life through exceptional training, cultural discovery, new friendships, and access to the sport’s biggest stage. The...

2026 San Jose Open: Our Best Yet—and Just Getting Started The 2026 San Jose Open brought more than 1,000 athletes from across the country to The Plex in San Jose, California, for an incredible weekend of judo, community, and competition. From athletes stepping onto the competition mat for the first time to experienced competitors chasing championship medals, this year’s event showcased the passion and dedication that make our judo community special. It was our best San Jose Open yet—and it...