European Judo Championships Kata Riga 2025 - Riga, Latvia

Building the Future of Kata

As the European Judo Championships Kata 2025 played out in Riga, it wasn’t only the high-level performances that captured attention. Behind the scenes, something deeper was taking shape, a quiet momentum built on purpose, community, and a clear vision for the future. At the heart of this movement are two…

1 June 2025

European Judo Championships Kata Riga 2025 - Riga, Latvia

Kata Europeans Return to Sarajevo

Following a successful edition in 2024, Sarajevo has been confirmed as the host city for the European Judo Championships Kata 2026. The official flag handover ceremony took place this afternoon in Riga, bringing the 2025 edition to a close. Representing the National Judo Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Larisa Cerić, Executive Board…

1 June 2025

European Judo Championships Kata Riga 2025 - Riga, Latvia

Forza Italia!

Italy secured three golds, one silver, and one bronze medal, marking their presence in every category contested on the opening day of the European Judo Championships Kata Riga 2025. France claimed the remaining two gold medals and added a bronze, proudly singing La Marseillaise during the medal ceremonies. “It is like double…

31 May 2025

European Judo Championships Kata Riga 2025 - Riga, Latvia

Robert Kojc Awarded for Development of Education

During the opening ceremony of the European Judo Championships Kata Riga 2025, Robert Kojc was honoured for his exceptional contribution to judo education in 2024. He received the award in recognition of his outstanding dedication to the advancement of judo education, particularly in the field of kata, demonstrating remarkable initiative,…

31 May 2025

European Judo Championships Kata Riga 2025 - Riga, Latvia

European Judo Championships Kata 2025: Finalists

The preliminary rounds of the opening day of the European Judo Championships Kata Riga 2025 displayed impressive performances from senior judoka across five categories: Nage-no-Kata, Kime-no-Kata, Katame-no-Kata, Ju-no-Kata and Kodokan Goshin Jutsu. The top six pair in each category have qualified for the final. Find the list of finalists below: Nage-no-Kata Kime-no-Kata Katame-no-Kata Ju-no-Kata…

31 May 2025

European Judo Championships Kata Riga 2025 - Riga, Latvia

Kata Europeans 2025: Live Results

Live results from the Kata European Championships 2025 are now available and can be followed in real time via the official scoring platform. Whether you are tracking your national team, supporting friends and family, or simply following the competition as it unfolds, this link provides up-to-date scores. Stay connected to all the…

31 May 2025

European Judo Championships Kata Riga 2025 - Riga, Latvia

It Is Like an Orange

The European Judo Championships Kata Riga 2025 is in full swing, with the first day presenting senior competitors across five fierce yet disciplined categories. Amid the action and expectations, the presence of EJU Kata Commissioner, Trudie Michielsen brings a sense of calm, clarity and deep-rooted experience to the event. Trudie,…

31 May 2025

European Judo Championships Kata Riga 2025 - Riga, Latvia

One Week Until the European Judo Championships Kata Riga 2025

With just one week to go, excitement is building across the European judo kata community as Riga, Latvia prepares to host the European Judo Championships Kata 2025. From 31st May to 1st June, the continent’s top kata pairs will gather to demonstrate the artistry, precision and discipline that define this…

24 May 2025

European Judo Championships Kata Riga 2025 - Riga, Latvia

Riga Prepares to Celebrate the Art of Judo

With just three weeks remaining, Riga is ready to host the European Judo Kata Championships 2025, set to take place from 31 May to 1 June. This prestigious event will bring together kata specialists from across Europe to showcase the highest standards of technical skill, discipline and judo tradition. Kata lies at the…

9 May 2025