The International Judo Federation (IJF) is the global governing body for judo, overseeing international competitions and promoting the sport worldwide.
Men's Individual (World Championships since 1956)
Women's Individual (World Championships since 1980)
Mixed Team Events (World Championships since 2017)
Junior Events
Masters Events
Para Judo
Team Events
Kata Competitions
Veterans Judo
Open Weight Class
Other Competitions
Olympic Games
Paralympic Games
There are five continental associations affiliated with the IJF. These associations are responsible for organising continental championships, providing support for their member federations, and communicating their interests at the IJF Board meetings.
The International Judo Federation (IJF) is the global governing body responsible for overseeing the sport of judo. Its primary focus is to regulate and promote judo worldwide, organising major international competitions, including the World Judo Championships and the judo events at the Olympic Games. The federation sets the rules and guidelines for the sport, ensuring fair play and athlete safety across all levels of competition.
The IJF works with national judo federations to promote the sport's development at the grassroots level and to enhance its global reach. It supports initiatives to increase participation in judo, focusing on training programmes, education, and promoting the values associated with the sport, such as discipline, respect, and perseverance.
The federation is committed to ensuring the continued growth of judo as a popular and accessible sport. It organises a range of events, from junior and youth competitions to senior-level championships, providing opportunities for athletes to compete on the world stage. In addition to its focus on competitive judo, the IJF promotes the sport's educational and social aspects, recognising its potential to contribute to personal development and social cohesion.
In recent years, the IJF has worked to increase the visibility of judo through partnerships with various international sports bodies, and by enhancing its digital presence. Its efforts aim to engage a wider audience and ensure that the sport continues to thrive globally. The federation also emphasises the importance of clean sport, working with anti-doping agencies to maintain the integrity of judo.
