Two New Shodans Lead The List of Shufu Promotions

November 21, 2021
Two New Shodans Lead The List of Shufu Promotions

  The Shufu Board of Examiners met during the October 2nd Promotional and awarded new ranks to the following judoka:…

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THIS SUNDAY: USJF Webinar with YOSH UCHIDA – “Pioneer of American Judo” Sunday, November 21st, at 4 PM Eastern Time

November 17, 2021

Don’t miss this interview with Sensei Uchida, 10th Degree Blackbelt, one of the principal driving forces behind the development of…

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Nick Delpopolo at Sport Judo on Sunday November 14th

November 2, 2021
Nick Delpopolo at Sport Judo on Sunday November 14th

  ]   See Calendar on Left Column for Additional Information (note: not a sanctioned event)

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Compound Challenge THIS SATURDAY October 9th

October 5, 2021

    See Calendar on Left Column

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IMPORTANT CHANGE OF PLANS FOR SATURDAY’S SHUFU PROMOTIONAL

September 30, 2021

  Format Changes for Saturday’s October 2nd Shufu Promotional and BOD/BOE Meetings Agenda        Previous Minutes    …

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Sensei Bill Chaney, 1929 – 2021

September 27, 2021
Sensei Bill Chaney, 1929 – 2021

    William Ernest “Bill” Chaney, Jr., 91, a lifelong resident of Dunkirk passed away September 17, 2021. He was…

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Shufu Adds To Growing Legacy of National Referees and Kata Judges

September 22, 2021

Reports from Diane Tamai Jackson and Karl Tamai:   Six new National Judges for Koshiki No Kata were certified at…

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SPECIAL EVENT 11 AM Eastern This Saturday, September 18th: JIGORO KANO – The Secret Behind the Man (FREE, But Must Register)

September 13, 2021
SPECIAL EVENT 11 AM Eastern This Saturday, September 18th:  JIGORO KANO – The Secret Behind the Man  (FREE, But Must Register)

  Information and Free Registration HERE      

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DEADLINE !! Senior Kyu and Junior Rank Promotion Candidates MUST REGISTER BY THIS SATURDAY, September 18

September 12, 2021

Click HERE to go to Instructions.  Do it now!

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High-Ranking Judoka Attend Shufu Kata Clinic; Dick Hugh Sensei Honored

September 4, 2021
High-Ranking Judoka Attend Shufu Kata Clinic; Dick Hugh Sensei Honored

    by Roy Englert   Have you ever imagined yourself a samurai warrior clad in feudal armor? Perhaps not,…

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Sensei Edwin Takemori Retiring as USNA Coach

Sunday, May 3, 2026 at NOON at USNA, Annapolis, MD

Register EARLY HERE to obtain  USNA access pass

Did you know that Shufu has an Athlete Funding Program?

Shufu’s Athlete Funding
Program provides reimbursement ($150 to $300) for athletes competing in National and
International level events. Juniors, Seniors, Masters/Veterans, and Kata competitors
can all apply to the Shufu Athlete Funding Program. If you have been a member of Shufu for at least 2 years and have participated in any of the events listed below, then you should consider applying for Shufu’s Athlete Funding Program!
 2025 USA Judo Youth National Championships
 2025 USA Junior Olympic National Championships
 2025 USA Judo Senior National Championships
 2025 USA Judo President’s Cup
 2025 US Open
 2025 USJF/USJA Nationals
 2025 Pan American Cups or 2025 Pan American Championships
 2025 IJF Point Events (Grand Prix, Grand Slams, or Championships)
Please note that these are not the only tournaments which will be considered for funding.
Please go to the Funding Support for Athletes link for the complete details.