Judo United and IJF Launch Collaboration to Expand Opportunities for Judo in the United States

Judo United is proud to announce the beginning of a new collaboration with the International Judo Federation (IJF) aimed at strengthening and expanding the growth of judo in the United States.

The IJF recently highlighted this initiative in an article on its official platform, recognizing the momentum being created within the American judo community and the role that organizations like Judo United can play in helping the sport reach new heights. We encourage readers to visit the IJF website to read the original article and learn more about the global vision behind this effort.

This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to growing judo from the grassroots level while creating meaningful opportunities for athletes, coaches, and clubs across the country. Through competitions, training camps, educational initiatives, and community-driven programs, both organizations aim to strengthen the foundation of the sport while connecting American j

udoka more closely with the international judo community.

“We are honored that the IJF has recognized the work being done by Judo United and the incredible potential of the judo community here in the United States,” said Judo United founder Chuck Jefferson. “There is tremendous passion for judo in this country, and by working together we can create more opportunities for athletes while sharing the values that make our sport so powerful.”

The partnership comes at an important time for judo in the United States as the sport continues to build momentum ahead of the Olympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028. With growing participation across clubs and communities, the collaboration seeks to help elevate the quality and visibility of judo events while supporting the long-term development of athletes.

Judo United will begin rolling out several collaborative initiatives in the coming months. These projects are designed to provide unique experiences for athletes and strengthen connections between the American judo community and the global judo movement.

The first initiative to be introduced will be the “Baku Experience,” an exciting program that will soon be announced and will give athletes a special opportunity to engage with the international stage of judo.

This announcement marks the beginning of a promising new chapter for the sport in the United States. With the support of the IJF and the energy of the American judo community, Judo United looks forward to helping create new pathways, new experiences, and a stronger future for judo across the country.