During the weekend of 4-5 January 2025, the National Judo Federation of Georgia marked a significant milestone in the development of judo education with a groundbreaking kata seminar held at the National Judo Academy in Tbilisi. Known as a powerhouse of shiai on the international stage, Georgia continues to set…
5 January 2025Building Bridges Across Generations
Judo is more than a sport, it is a catalyst for social change, fostering solidarity and strengthening community bonds. The JOY Project (Judo Connecting Older and Younger Generations) is an innovative three-year Erasmus+ Sport initiative aimed at strengthening community bonds through judo. With €400,000 in EU funding, the project brings together…
4 January 2025Vice President Kristiina Pekkola
As we welcome the new year, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on the positive changes and exciting developments that lie ahead in 2025. In the realms of education and judo, there are numerous initiatives and trends to look forward to. Kristiina PEKKOLA, Vice President for Education at the European…
3 January 2025Judo Values and Jita Kyoei
In 2025, the European Judo Union will begin each month by covering both the judo values and Jita Kyoei. This initiative aims to emphasise the importance of these principles, not only in sport but in everyday life, fostering a deeper connection to the philosophy of judo across the community. It…
1 January 2025
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