Kata: A Form of Art

A Historic Milestone for Estonian Judo

During the weekend of 21–22 February, the Estonian Judo Federation marked a significant milestone for the sport in the region by organising its first-ever official kata seminar. This landmark event provided the local judo community with a valuable opportunity to explore the core values of kata within both educational and…

23 February 2026

European Judo Championships Seniors Tbilisi 2026 Individuals - Tbilisi, Georgia

Win a TRIP for TWO!

The Championships are about to ignite. Feel the tension. Hear the roar. Experience Europe’s very best from the front row as world-class judo unfolds before your eyes between 16-19 April. The European Judo Union, in partnership with Zebra Athletics, proudly launches the ‘Win a Trip for Two’ campaign, your chance…

23 February 2026

Riga Veteran European Cup 2026 - Riga, Latvia

A Small but Mighty Opening for the Veterans Tour in Riga

Author: National Judo Federation of Latvia Riga hosted the opening stop of the Veterans European Tour 2026, welcoming judoka from 16 nations. Although the number of entries was not at its highest, the competition was characterised not only by strong technical performances but also by a remarkably friendly and united…

21 February 2026

EJU Kids Camp 2026 - Tbilisi, Georgia

Meet Your Heroes at the Tbilisi Kids Camp

From 16–19 April, while Europe’s best battle for continental glory in Tbilisi, the next generation will have their own unforgettable stage. The Kids Camp Tbilisi, running alongside the Senior European Championships, offers young judoka the rare chance to train with champions, take part in engaging workshops and then sit in…

20 February 2026

Belt of Life: A Mirror and a Coach for Life

In judo, the black belt is often seen as an end point. A summit reached after years of sweat, sacrifice and stubborn belief. Yet in our Belt of Life series, we are discovering something quieter and far more powerful. The belt is not a finish line. It is a thread.…

19 February 2026

Riga Veteran European Cup 2026 - Riga, Latvia

Veterans Tour Opens in Latvia

The veterans’ season will begin this weekend, with Latvia hosting the opening event of the Veterans Tour. Although the number of entries is not the highest, the level of international participation is impressive, with 16 nations represented: Azerbaijan, Belgium, Czechia, Estonia, France, Georgia, Italy, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia,…

19 February 2026

European Judo Championships Seniors Tbilisi 2026 Individuals - Tbilisi, Georgia

57 Days to Go: Ticket Sales Coming Soon!

The countdown continues. With 57 days remaining, anticipation is building for one of the most prestigious events on the continental calendar, the Senior European Judo Championships, set to take place from 16 to 19 April at the impressive Tbilisi Sports Palace. After a 17-year absence, the Championships return to the…

18 February 2026

Ljubljana European Open 2026 - Ljubljana, Slovenia

“Judo is the law for us.”

Walk into the Dervarič household any evening after 7pm and you might hear the unmistakable sound of bodies hitting mats. Not upstairs in the living room, downstairs in the basement, where the family tatami lives. Why? Because when judo runs this deep in your blood, training doesn’t stop when official…

16 February 2026

Ljubljana European Open 2026 - Ljubljana, Slovenia

A Symphony of Anthems

Author: Žiga Košec There are days in judo when dominance tells the story and then there are days like this. The second and final day of the Ljubljana European Open 2026 delivered a powerful reminder of the sport’s global heartbeat: seven categories, seven champions, seven different national anthems. Not once…

15 February 2026

Samorin "Millennium Team" Cadet European Cup 2026 - Samorin, Slovakia

Poland Lead the Charge as Šamorín Delivers Cadet Fireworks

Author: Samuel Háger The second stop of the Millennium Team Cadet European Tour concluded in style after an action-packed weekend in Šamorín, where Europe’s rising stars once again proved that the future of judo is in very safe hands. Across two days of relentless contests, young judoka showcased not only…

15 February 2026

Ljubljana European Open 2026 - Ljubljana, Slovenia

Ljubljana Reflects Judo’s Expanding Power

Another weekend of exceptional judo skills were on display, this time at the European Judo Open Ljubljana. A total of 24 nations secured at least one medal, underlining once again the remarkable depth and quality delivered throughout the competition. The medals were shared between European countries and overseas visitors alike,…

15 February 2026

Pordenone EJU Kata Tournament 2026 - Pordenone, Italy

Pordenone Sets the Standard as EJU Kata Tour Opens

Author: Sara Spillare An intense day of competition of the 42nd edition of the Trofeo Villanova took place on 14 February, a historic event dedicated to judo kata and hosted at the PalaFlora in Pordenone. Organised by Polisportiva Villanova, under the patronage of the Municipality of Pordenone and the Friuli…

15 February 2026

Ljubljana European Open 2026 - Ljubljana, Slovenia

The Best Outcome of Restless Nights

Author: Žiga Košec Valentine’s Day in Ljubljana was always destined to carry emotion but inside the Stožice Arena, the feeling was about far more than romance. It was about pride, passion and performing for the people who know you best. On the opening day of the Ljubljana European Open 2026,…

14 February 2026

Leski: “I am ending my competitive career”

The opening day of the European Judo Open Ljubljana 2026 was always going to be special. The Stožice Arena was full, the atmosphere electric, the home crowd ready to celebrate world-class judo. Yet, no one quite anticipated that the most powerful moment would come before a single final had even…

14 February 2026

Ljubljana European Open 2026 - Ljubljana, Slovenia

Home Glory and Global Power

The Stožice Arena, in the heart of Ljubljana, already has countless memories etched into its walls and the opening day of the European Judo Open Ljubljana 2026 added several more to that story. From the very first finals, it was clear that this edition would be fiercely competitive. The overall…

14 February 2026

Ljubljana European Open 2026 - Ljubljana, Slovenia

Tension Rises as Slovenian Judoka Prepare for a Judo Spectacle

Author: Žiga Košec The countdown is almost over. With the start of the Ljubljana European Open 2026 fast approaching, anticipation is building day by day in Slovenia’s capital. Stožice will once again host world-class international judo and the tension ahead of the competition is rising, among both the organisers and…

13 February 2026

Pordenone EJU Kata Tournament 2026 - Pordenone, Italy

Watch Live!

The Pordenone Kata Tournament 2026 is streaming live from Italy, showcasing technical precision and traditional judo excellence. Europe’s leading kata specialists, alongside top competitors from overseas, compete across individual and team categories, demonstrating the discipline, grace and mastery that define kata competition. Live stream access: https://ejulive.net.

13 February 2026

Jovica Rečević Unanimously Re-elected as President of Montenegrin Judo Federation

The National Judo Federation of Montenegro held its regular General Assembly in Podgorica, delivering a unanimous mandate to Jovica Rečević to continue leading Montenegrin judo for the next four years. All 43 delegates attended the session and voted unanimously in favour of the proposal that the current president continue guiding…

12 February 2026