April 2024
Results for Leinster Open Kyu Championships held on 13th of April 2024 ( Cloned )
Please find the Results for Leinster Open Mini Mon held [...]
Results for Leinster Open Mini Mon held on 13th of April 2024
Please find the Results for Leinster Open Mini Mon held [...]
Points & Wins for Leinster Open Kyu Championships held on 13th of April 2024
Please find the Points & Wins for Leinster Open Kyu [...]
Bronze for Maxim at Dubrovnik Senior European Cup 2024
Latest News from Croatia Maxim Trigub wins Bronze at the [...]
Outlines & Entry Form – Irish Judo Club Challenge 2024
Irish Judo Club Challenge 2024 Outlines & Entry Form - [...]
Points & Wins for Northern Ireland Closed held on the 24th March 2024
Please find the Points & Wins for Northern Ireland Closed [...]
Points & Wins for Inter Provincial Judo Championships held on the 24th March 2024
Please find the Points & Wins for Inter Provincial Judo [...]
March 2024
Congratulations to Julia – Sport Ireland Aspire Graduate
The office of the Irish Judo Association along with the [...]
Points & Wins for Galway Open 9th March 2024
Please find the Points & Wins for Galway Open 9th [...]
Results – Inter Provincial Championships 2024
Results - Inter Provincial Championships 2024 Please see Results - [...]
Condolences to the Brennan Family
Sadie Brennan (nee Douglas) RIP The Executive Committee, members and [...]
Inter Provincials Championships 2024 – Entry List
Inter Provincials Championships 2024 - Entry List The Inter Provincials [...]
IJA Office Closed 22nd March 2024
IJA Office Closed 22nd March 2024 The IJA office will [...]
Galway Open 2024 – Results
To All Clubs/Coaches/Parents Please find below the Results of the [...]
Sport Ireland/IJA Leve1 Coaching Course – Registration Form
To all Clubs & Members Please find attached Registration form [...]
Points & KYU Grade Wins – All-Ireland University Judo Championships 2024
Please see below Points Won and KYU grade wins from [...]
Congratulations to our new Sport Ireland/IJA Level 1 Coaches
We send our congratulations to our next crop of Sport [...]
National Grading – 25th February 2024
What a fantastic day at the National Grading on Sunday [...]
Remembering Olympic Legends – Lisa Kearney and Megan Fletcher
Remembering Olympic Legends - Lisa Kearney and Megan Fletcher Today, [...]
Rachael Hawkes – Onward and Upward
Rachael Hawkes - Onward and Upward On Women in Sport [...]
Galway Open 2024 – Entry List
To All Clubs/Coaches/Parents The Entry for the Galway Open 2024 [...]
Close Date Extended – Galway Open 2024
The close date for the Galway Open 2024 has been [...]
Deegan Sisters creating memorable moments in Judo
Deegan Sisters creating memorable moments in Judo On Sunday the [...]
February 2024
Irish Judo Association Shamrock & Mon Syllabus
The IJA Shamrock & Mon Syllabus developed for the Association [...]
Paul Cummins SJ Invitational – Results 2024
Paul Cummins SJ Invitational - Results 2024 Please see below [...]
Reminder – Irish Judo Pathway Competitive System
Reminder - Irish Judo Pathway Competitive System As part of [...]
Call for EJU Fair Play Award 2023
The European Judo Union (EJU) has announced the launch of [...]
Points & KYU Grade Wins – West of Ireland Open 2024
Please see below points won and KYU grade wins from [...]
January 2024
National Grading Registration – NOW LIVE
National Grading 25th February 2024 🥋 🇮🇪 The National Grading [...]
IJA Individual Membership 2024 – Due 31st January 2024
IJA Individual Membership 2024 - Due 31st January 2024 We [...]
IJA Club Affiliation Memberships 2024 – Due 31st January 2024
IJA Club Affiliation Memberships 2024 - Due 31st January 2024 We [...]
Points & KYU Grade Wins – All Irelands 2023
Please see below points won and KYU grade wins from [...]
Referee Seminar Deferral – 13th of January (New Date T.B.C)
The IJA Commissions wish to acknowledge that the scheduled Referee [...]
New Staff Member – Eamon McShane Communications Media & Event Management
The IJA Executive Committee wish to welcome Mr Eamon McShane [...]
December 2023
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
The Irish Judo Association Executive and staff wish all their [...]
Report – Mina’s ladies only classes at Galway Judo Club
Click here to view the report on Mina's ladies only [...]
Results – All Ireland’s 2023
Congratulations to all those that competed on Saturday at the [...]
Information Update – All Ireland’s 2023
To All Judoka/Parents/Coaches The All Ireland's 2023 is nearly upon [...]
All Ireland’s 2023 – Entry List
To All Clubs/Coaches/Parents The Entry for the All Ireland's 2023 [...]
November 2023
EJU Adaptive Event Venray the Netherlands 2023 – Report
Please find attached EJU Adaptive Event Venray the Netherlands 2023 [...]
Points Won and KYU Grade wins – Northwest Open 2023
Please see below points won and KYU grade wins from [...]
Condolences to the Murphy Family
The IJA Board and Members of the Irish Judo Association [...]
Irish Veterans Open 2023 – Report
Please find attached Irish Veterans Open 2023 Report from Lydia [...]
Sport Ireland WIS Policy 2023
Sport Ireland Women in Sport Policy 2023 The policy is [...]
Congratulations to our Silver Medalists – Montreal 2023
Congratulations to our Silver Medalists - Montreal 2023 Huge congratulations [...]
Points Won and KYU Grade wins – Munster Open 2023
Please see below points won and KYU grade wins from [...]
Welcome to the Irish Judo Association – Triangle Judo Club
The Irish Judo Association welcomes Triangle Judo Club and Head [...]
Points Won and KYU Grade wins – Ulster Closed 2023
Please see below points won and KYU grade wins from [...]
Munster Judo Open 2023 – Results Available
The results for the Munster Judo Open 2023 are now [...]
Red Weather Warning – IJA Office Closed until Midday 13th November 2023
Red Weather Warning - IJA Office Closed until Midday 13th [...]
Ulster Closed 2023 – Results available
The results for the Ulster Closed 2023 are now available [...]
MUNSTER OPEN 2023 – Entry List
The entry for the Munster Open 2023 is now closed, [...]
Technical Rules for Minors
Technical Rules for Minors For the attention of all club [...]
ULSTER CLOSED 2023 – Entry List
The entry for the Ulster Closed 2023 is now closed, [...]
Points Won and KYU Grade wins – Irish Veteran Open 2023
Please see below points won and KYU grade wins from [...]
October 2023
Get Ireland Active – Interactive Website
The new "Get Ireland Active!" database is a road map for [...]
Irish Veterans Open 2023
Irish Veteran Open 2023 Saturday 28th October 2023 For more [...]
Points Won and KYU Grade wins – Connacht Championships 2023
Please see below points won and KYU grade wins from [...]
Bon Voyage – Carrie O’Keeffe
The IJA Office and the IJA Executive Committee have reluctantly [...]
National Grading – 8th October 2023
What a fantastic day at the National Grading on Sunday [...]
September 2023
Get involved in our Women in Sport Programme
Does your judo club want to get involved in our [...]
IJA/ Sport Ireland Level 2 Coaching Course Completion
We are delighted to congratulate all individuals who participated in [...]
IJA Board Supports the Provinces
With September with us, it is traditionally the time when [...]
August 2023
IJA Judoka take home 13 Medals at the British Open Adaptive and VI Judo Championships 2023
All at the IJA are extremely proud of the Irish [...]
Annual General Report 2023
The Irish Judo Association Annual General Meeting took place on [...]
June 2023
National Grading – 11th June 2023
Well done to the 52 Judoka who took to the [...]
Points won for IJA Members at English Open – May 2023
Please see below points won for IJA Members at the [...]
Points Won and KYU Grade wins – All Ireland Schools 2023
Please see below points won and KYU grade wins from [...]
Keep in touch with Leinster Judo Council News
*Calling all Leinster or ex - Leinster Members* Leinster Judo [...]
All Ireland Schools 2023 – Results
The All Ireland Schools 2023 took place last Saturday, June [...]
IJF Academy – Undergraduate Certificate Judo Instructor Qualification
The next semester for the Undergraduate Certificate Judo Instructor has [...]
All Ireland Schools 2023 – JUNIOR CATEGORY UPDATE
After reviewing the Junior numbers in the last three events, [...]
Job Vacancy – National Performance Pathway Coach
May 2023 The Irish Judo Association have a job opening [...]
Job Vacancy – National Lead Performance Coach
May 2023 The Irish Judo Association have a job opening [...]
Job Vacancy – Performance Manager (Interim)
May 2023 The Irish Judo Association have a job opening [...]
Grading Commission – Update
Re: Wins for 3rd Kyu and 2nd Kyu Some time [...]
Points won and KYU grade wins – Northern Ireland Open 2023
Please see below points won and KYU grade wins from [...]
Swords Judo ‘Farewell’ Invitational 2023 – Entry List
Please see below the Entry List for the Swords Judo [...]
Condolences to the Tannam Family
Lisa Garland RIP Lisa with her dad Donal [...]
Points Won and KYU Grade Wins – Irish Judo Club Challenge 2023
Please see below points won and KYU grade wins from [...]
Irish Judo Club Challenge 2023 – Results
The 2023 Irish Judo Club Challenge took place on Saturday [...]
Information and Reminders – Irish Judo Club Challenge 2023
Information and Reminders Some Reminders for everyone attending the event [...]
Irish Judo Club Challenge 2023 – ENTRY LIST
Please see below the Entry List for the Irish Judo [...]
Points Won & KYU Grade Wins – Galway Open 2023
Please see below points won and KYU grade wins from [...]
Aspire Graduate – Job Vacancy
March 2023 The Irish Judo Association is recruiting a Sport [...]
Points won and KYU Grade wins – Northern Ireland Closed Championships 2023
Please see below points won and KYU grade wins from [...]
National Grading – 26th February 2023
Well done to the 55 judoka who took to the [...]
Entry List – Galway Open 2023
Please see below the Entry List for the Galway Open [...]
February 2023
Press Release – 27th February 2023
Press Release - 27th February 2023 The Irish Judo Association [...]
Aspire Graduate – Job Vacancy
February 2023 The Irish Judo Association is recruiting a Sport [...]
2023 National Squad Application Process
We are delighted to share the IJA National Squad Programme [...]
January 2023
Job Vacancies – Irish Judo Association
January 2023 The Irish Judo Association are recruiting for a [...]
Welcome to the Irish Judo Association – Simply Judo
Simply Judo - Crumlin Co Antrim On behalf of the [...]
Women in Sport – Coaching Conference
Sport Ireland link to slideshow presentation from [...]
Condolences to the Coughlan Family
Anthony Coughlan RIP The Executive Committee, the Judo Office and [...]
North East Judo Academy – Club Name Change
Drogheda Academy of Judo has rebranded and the club is [...]
Welcome to the Irish Judo Association – Abbey Judo Club
Abbey Judo Club - Newtownabbey, Co Antrim On behalf of [...]
Points Won & KYU Wins – All Irelands 2022
Please see below points won and KYU grade wins from [...]
Condolences to the family and friends of Juergen Klinger
The Irish Judo Association are saddened to hear of the [...]
Resignation of Sean Crowley
The Irish Judo Association wish to announce the resignation of [...]
December 2022
New Appointment – Chair of Adaptive Judo Commission
The Irish Judo Association are delighted to announce that Gemma [...]
Condolences to the O’Sullivan Family
Saoirse O'Sullivan RIP The Executive Committee, the Judo Office and [...]
Nathon Burns announces retirement from competitive Judo
The Irish Judo Association would like to wish our High [...]
All Irelands 2022 – Results
We closed out the year on a high with the [...]
All Ireland 2022 – Program of Events Reminder
Friday 9th December – Weigh in for all categories – [...]
Resignation of Chloe Cowen Vickers
The Irish Judo Association wish to announce the resignation of [...]
All Irelands 2022 – ENTRY LIST
Please see below the Entry List for the All Irelands [...]
November 2022
Points Won & KYU Wins – Connacht Championships 2022
Please see below the points won and KYU wins at [...]
Points Won & KYU Wins – North West Open 2022
Please see below the points won and KYU wins for [...]
Connacht Judo Championships Results – 2022
The results for the Connacht Judo Championships are now available [...]
Irish Veterans Open 2022
The Irish Veterans Open 2022 took place on Saturday the [...]
All Ireland KYU & Veteran Event 2022 – Cancelled
All Ireland KYU & Veteran Event 2022 - Cancelled Following [...]
Condolences to the O’Keeffe & Browne Families
Christina Browne – RIP The IJA Office and the IJA [...]
Veterans Open 2022 – Points & Wins towards next grade for IJA Judoka
Following the Veteran's Open on the 29th of October 2022, [...]
October 2022
Carraroe Judo Club – Women Only Judo Classes
Our clubs have been getting involved with our Women in [...]
Swords Judo Open 2022 – Results
On behalf of all at Swords Judo Club we extend [...]
Summary of IJA Executive Meetings
From October 2022 onwards, the Irish Judo Association will publish [...]
Information regarding Judo in Athy
We are reaching out to anyone who may have been [...]
IJA Mobile Phone – Administration
Unfortunately, the IJA Mobile for Administration is out of service [...]
September 2022
Condolences to the McGuigan & Corr Family
Seánna Corr (nee McGuigan) – RIP The Executive Committee, The [...]
Condolences to the Gibbons Family
Leo Gibbons Snr – RIP The Executive Committee, The National [...]
August 2022
IJA Level 1 Assistant Coach Course 2022
The dates for the next IJA Level 1 Assistant Coach [...]
Lucy Hickson – Women in Judo Role Model
Lucy Hickson is an aspiring Judoka from Fudoshin Judo Club [...]
Ben Fletcher announces retirement from Judo
Ben Fletcher announces retirement from Judo The Irish Judo Association [...]
July 2022
IJA Annual General Report 2022
Following the AGM held on the 3rd of July 2022, [...]
June 2022
IJA National Squad Plan – Information Sessions
The IJA Performance Director, Ciaran Ward, will present the IJA [...]
Condolences to the McGuigan & McNally Families
The Irish Judo Association, the Executive Committee and its members [...]
All Ireland Schools 2022 – Results and Photos
Well done to everyone who competed at the All Ireland [...]
May 2022
All Ireland Schools 2022 – Entry List and Event Updates
All Ireland Schools 2022 - Entry List and Event Updates [...]
IJA High Performance Director, Ciaran Ward, honoured with an IJF Masters Coach Award.
IJA High Performance Director, Ciaran Ward, has been honoured by [...]
April 2022
What does ‘fun’ in youth sport really mean? – Sport New Zealand
Balance is Better has been developed by Sport NZ and [...]
All Ireland Schools 2022
All Ireland Schools 2022 After a break of two years, [...]
Ulster Veterans Squad Training
The Ulster Veteran's squad will be meeting/training on Sunday 22nd [...]
IJA National Squad Programme – Message from Chloe Cowen Vickers (National Lead Performance Coach)
Please see below an important message from Chloe Cowen Vickers, [...]
Marketing and Promotion Strategy Handbook for Clubs
Every club needs a way to increase their membership and [...]
Points won and KYU Grade wins – Northern Ireland Open 2022
Please see below points won and KYU grade wins from [...]
Points Won and KYU Grade wins – Irish Judo Club Challenge 2022
Please see below points won and KYU grade wins from [...]
Irish Judo Club Challenge – Results
Please find the results for the Irish Judo Club Challenge [...]
Irish Judo Club Challenge Saturday 2nd April – Contest Sheets
Please see contest sheets for the Irish Judo Club Challenge [...]
Condolences to the Stears Family
Christine Godsall – RIP The Executive Committee, The National Grading [...]
March 2022
Irish Judo Club Challenge Saturday 2nd April – Information Notes
Please see information notes with regards to the Irish Judo [...]
Irish Judo Club Challenge April 2nd – Entry List
Please see below the Entry List for the Irish Judo [...]
National Grading 20th March 2022 – Dan Grades awarded
Congratulations to the following judoka who were promoted to Dan [...]
Women in Sport Week – Kilkenny Judo Club
Women in Sport Week - Kilkenny Judo Club Kilkenny Judo have [...]
Megan Fletcher’s Visit for Women in Sport Week 2022
We had a full turnout of our women coaches and [...]
Open letter to the IJF Member Federations from Mr Marius Vizer
To all Irish Judo Association members, Please find attached an [...]
Job Vacancy – National Lead Performance Coach (NLPC) – Irish Judo Association
**Job Vacancy** The IJA are recruiting a National Lead Performance [...]
February 2022
EJU President Sergey Soloveychik gives resignation
Please be informed that Mr. Sergey Soloveychik, who has held [...]
Condolences to the Rogan Family
John Rogan – RIP The Executive Committee, the Judo Office [...]
Irish Judo Club Challenge – 2nd April 2022
The Irish Judo Association is pleased to announce the first [...]
New Appointment – Irish Judo Association
The Irish Judo Association is delighted to welcome Carrie O’Keeffe [...]
January 2022
IJA New & Renewal Memberships 2022 – Turnaround times
IJA New & Renewal Memberships 2022 - Turnaround times Turnaround [...]
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols January 2022
To All Clubs The IJA has received an update from [...]
Safeguarding 1, 2 & 3 Courses – Places Available
The IJA has arranged for Sport Ireland Ethics to provide [...]
Calling all Judo Archivists – 1960’s information
Calling all Judo Archivists - 1960's information The office of [...]
IJF Refereeing Rules & IJF Rules Update 2022-2024
IJF Refereeing Rules & IJF Rules Update 2022-2024 Please find [...]
Job Vacancy – Marketing & Communications Administrator – Irish Judo Association
Job Vacancy – Marketing & Communications Administrator – Irish Judo [...]
Women in Sport – IJA Coaching Programmes – Funded Support
Women in Sport – IJA Coaching Programme – Funded Support [...]
Coaching Dates for IJA/Sport Ireland Coaching Courses – Expressions of Interest
The IJA is looking to establish the IJA/Sport Ireland Coaching [...]
December 2021
Merry Christmas 2021 & Happy New Year 2022
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all our [...]
Irish Judo’s Recognition – Mr John Treacy CEO Sport Ireland
The Irish Judo Association have awarded John Treacy an Honorary [...]
Rachael Hawkes – The African Opens
Thank you to Rachael Hawkes for this report from her [...]
IJA Role Models – the story so far…..
IJA Role Models - the story so far..... Lucy Hickson [...]
IJF Academy – IJF Undergraduate Certificate
IJF Academy - IJF Undergraduate Certificate In recent months, head [...]
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols December 2021
To All Clubs The IJA has received an update from [...]
Sport Ireland Research Strategy 2021-2027
Sport Ireland yesterday published its Research Strategy 2021-2027. This Strategy [...]
November 2021
Kata Course – Women Coaches
Kata Course - Women Coaches Body language is a method [...]
Graduation – Aspire Programme Sport Ireland
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Make a Podcast, Make 10 – Our Winner is…..Yoroi Dojo’s interview with Lucy Hickson
Make a Podcast, Make 10 - Yoroi Dojo interview with [...]
KATA Course – Changes to the Event
The IJA Kata Commission has condensed the KATA course to [...]
Dylan McGrath takes Silver Welsh Cadet Open 2021
Dylan McGrath takes Silver Welsh Cadet Open 2021 Congratulation to [...]
October 2021
Update – Events Calendar 2021
To All Clubs As a result of the recent announcement [...]
Thought for the day…….
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Women’s Only Session & Open Randori Paul Cummins School of Judo
Women's Only Session & Open Randori Paul Cummins School of [...]
Congratulations to GS Judo Club & Martin Mahon 3rd Dan
On behalf of the IJA President Mr Seán Fleming, the [...]
Coach Vacancy – UCD Judo Club
Coach Vacancy - UCD Judo Club UCD Judo Club are [...]
Irish Judo Association launches next Strategic Plan 2021-2026
Irish Judo Association - Strategic Plan 2016-2026 The Irish Judo [...]
Nage no Kata Course – IJA Coaches 13th & 14th November 2021
To All Clubs Nage-no-Kata Course for IJA Coaches This is [...]
Bethany McCauley wins Bronze at C2 Judo International in London
Bethany Mccauley, Konarakai Judo Club wins a bronze medal in [...]
Let’s Get Back to Judo
Let’s Get Back to Judo Sport Ireland in partnership with [...]
World Judo Day – 28th October 2021
On 28th October 2021, millions of judoka across the planet [...]
National Grading – 7th November 2021
National Grading – 7th November 2021 Please note a National [...]
September 2021
2021 Volunteer in Sports Awards
The Federation of Irish Sport in association with EBS launched [...]
Women in Sport Visibility – Young Role Models
Women in Sport Visibility - Young Role Models Please see [...]
Condolences to the Crawford Family
Ciaran Crawford – RIP The Executive Committee, the Judo Office [...]
EWOS Webinar – The Gut Experts
On Your Marks. Gut set. GO! The Gut Experts European Week [...]
Women in Sport: Club Programme
Sport Ireland & Irish Judo Association Women in [...]
Women in Sport – Club Development Project Update
Women in Sport - Club Development Project Update Antoinette Earl [...]
Welcome to the Irish Judo Association
OSA Judo Club - Newbridge, Co Kildare On behalf of [...]
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols – September 2021
To All Clubs The IJA has received an update from [...]
Coaching girls and women in Judo successfully
Adapted from Sport Ireland Wis Presentation by Antoinette Earl 2020 [...]
Go with the flow – Female Health & Performance
The menstrual cycle plays a vital role in the health [...]
Competing – Megan Fletcher
Fresh from a major tournament Megan is optimistic and raring [...]
Meeting Megan Fletcher
Interview with Megan by Antoinette Earl Chair WIS Commission We [...]
August 2021
***Postponed*** IJA Referee & Coach Refresher Course Online – 25th September 2021
IJA Referee & Coach Refresher Course Online - 25th September [...]
IJA Launch Grading Videos to YouTube
IJA Launch Grading Videos to YouTube The Irish Judo Association [...]
Women in Sport Leadership Programme 2020/2021
What an amazing start Antoinette Earl and I had to [...]
July 2021
Tokyo 2020 – The Draw
Tokyo 2020 - The Draw The draw took place today [...]
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols – Update 22nd July 2021
To All Clubs The IJA has received an update from [...]
Condolences to the Kavanagh Family
Ronnie Kavanagh – RIP The Executive Committee and members of [...]
Tokyo 2020 Olympic Schedule – Judo
Tokyo 2020 Olympic Schedule - Judo Judo starts on Saturday [...]
IJF enters new partnerships with Travel Deals for Judoka & Family
IJF now brings you IJF Travel! We have an exciting [...]
Team Ireland Judo Team Named
Fletcher Siblings Officially Selected to Represent Ireland in Tokyo 2020 [...]
Volunteering in Judo
Judo needs volunteers and there are many opportunitiesfor women who [...]
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols – Update 1st July 2021
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols – Update 1st July [...]
Sport Ireland Women In Sport – Funding Announcement
Sport Ireland announces €4million in funding for Women in Sport [...]
New Partnership with Arachas Corporate Insurance Brokers
Support Your Association Using The Arachas Affliate Program We are [...]
June 2021
World Judo Championships – Bronze Medal Fight for Megan
World Judo Championships - Bronze Medal Fight for Megan Megan [...]
Introduction to Judo course approved by Sport Ireland & the Irish Judo Association
The Coaching Commission and the Irish Judo Association is delighted [...]
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols – Update 7th June 2021
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols – Update 7th June [...]
Announcement – IJA Individual Licence Fee Reduction
IJA Individual Licence Fee Reduction The Executive Committee has met [...]
May 2021
Best of Luck to Nathon & Megan – World Judo Championships 2021
World Judo Championships Seniors Hungary 2021 We wish Nathon & [...]
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols – Update 24th May 2021
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols – Update 24th May [...]
Nutrition Seminar for IJA Coaches – 11th June 2021
Nutrition Seminar for IJA Coaches - 11th June 2021 Nutrition [...]
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols – Update 5th May 2021
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols – Update 5th May [...]
April 2021
MEDIA RELEASE-Sport Ireland announce €40 million investment in sports sector
Sport Ireland Media Release 22nd April 2021 Sport Ireland announce [...]
Climate Champion Contest – International Judo Federation
A message from Mr Marius Vizer - President IJF 'I [...]
Have Your Say – Sport Ireland Diversity and Inclusion Consultation
Sport Ireland is currently in the process of developing a [...]
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols – Update 6th April 2021
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols – Update 6th April [...]
March 2021
April 6 2021 – Celebrate sport as tool to promote peace & overcome challenges #WhiteCard
A message from the International Judo Federation On April 6 [...]
Life on the Judo Road…….with Megan Fletcher
Part of the continuing Women in Sport interviews - Life [...]
International Women’s Week – Women in Officiating Webinar Friday 12th March – 13:00 – 14:00
For any of our Women or Girls in Judo who [...]
Happy International Women’s Day
Happy International Women's Day To all of our wonderful girls [...]
IJA Referee & Coach Refresher Course – 11th April 2021 ***SOLD OUT***
IJA Referee & Coach Refresher Course - 11th April 2021 [...]
Women In Sport – Funding 2021/2022
Message from the Chair of the IJA Women in Sport [...]
February 2021
Women in Sport – Female Only Fitness Classes
Women in Sport - Female Only Judo Fitness Classes As [...]
Statement – Ben Fletcher Injury – Grand Slam Tel Aviv
Statement - Ben Fletcher Injury - Grand Slam Tel Aviv [...]
Condolences to the Bailie & Green Family
James Bailie – RIP The Executive Committee, the Judo Office [...]
Condolences to the Bracken Family
Neil Bracken RIP The Irish Judo Association was informed this [...]
Competing: Megan Fletcher tells us more…..
Competing: Megan Fletcher Interview by Antoinette Earl Chair WIS Commission [...]
Interview with Megan Fletcher – Women in Sport
Meeting Megan Fletcher - Ireland’s Olympic Representative for Tokyo Interview with Megan [...]
***Resolved – Membership Page***
Thank you for your patience - our membership page is [...]
***Technical Issues – Membership Page***
***Technical Issues - Membership Page*** We are experiencing some technical [...]
January 2021
Congratulations to our Dan Grades
In recent weeks, the IJA Grading Commission has received theory [...]
RESUS First Aid Course – Webinar 10th January 2021
Please be advised that the next CPR/Defibrillation and first aid [...]
December 2020
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols – Living with Covid 19 – Update 31st December 2020
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols - Living with Covid [...]
Merry Christmas 2020 & a Happy New Year 2021
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all our [...]
An Oldie but a Goodie – 2009
Ray Stears from Portmarknock Judo Club submitted this to the [...]
IJF – JudoFest 2020 – December 27th 2020
Introducing JUDOFEST 2020! December 27th 2020 As a special holiday [...]
New Appointments – Irish Judo Association
The Irish Judo Association is delighted to welcome Carrie O'Keeffe [...]
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols – Living with Covid 19 – Update 1st December 2020
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols - Living with Covid [...]
November 2020
Existing Level 5 – Living with Covid Plan Ireland / Update for Northern Ireland
To All Clubs The Irish Judo Association received communication from [...]
Did you know…….40 years ago…..two young Irish women went to NYC!
40th Anniversary of First Women Championships NYC 1980 40 years [...]
First Women’s World Judo Championships 40th Anniversary Celebration
At the end of this month it will be 40 [...]
Congratulations to our new Level 2 Coaches
Irish Judo Association and Sport Ireland Coaching Congratulations to the [...]
Congratulations to our new Level 1 Coaches
Irish Judo Association and Sport Ireland Coaching Congratulations to the [...]
Women in Sport Commission Report – Irish Judo Association
Women in Sport Commission Change the Numbers – Leadership Training [...]
RESUS First Aid Course – Webinar 22nd November 2020
Please be advised that our next CPR/Defibrillation and first aid [...]
Job Vacancy – Performance Director – Irish Judo Association
Job Vacancy - Performance Director - Irish Judo Association The [...]
Job Vacancy – Aspire Graduate Programme – Irish Judo Association
Job Vacancy - Aspire Graduate Programme - Irish Judo Association [...]
October 2020
All Ireland’s 5th December 2020 – Cancelled
All Ireland's 2020 - Cancelled Due to the ongoing Covid [...]
Happy World Judo Day
We know times are tough for our great sport [...]
IMPORTANT NOTICE – Temporary Closure of Clubs in the Republic of Ireland
To All Clubs Further to the Irish Government announcement on [...]
IMPORTANT NOTICE – Temporary Closure of Clubs in Level 4 counties & Northern Ireland
Further to the Irish Government announcement on Wednesday evening 14th [...]
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols – Living with Covid 19
IJA Return to the Mat Protocols - Living with Covid [...]
Veteran’s Open 24th October 2020 – Cancelled
Veteran's Open 2020 - Cancelled Due to the ongoing Covid [...]
RESUS First Aid Course – Webinar 11th October 2020
Please be advised that our next CPR/Defibrillation and first aid [...]
September 2020
Condolences to the Ryan Family
Paddy (Stinger) Ryan – RIP The Executive Committee and members [...]
National Grading 11th October 2020 – Cancelled
National Grading – 11th October 2020 - Cancelled Please note [...]
IMPORTANT NOTICE – Temporary Closure of Judo Clubs in Donegal
Further to the NPHET advice and Government announcement on Thursday [...]
IMPORTANT NOTICE – Temporary Closure of Judo Clubs in Dublin
Further to the NPHET advice and Government announcement on Friday [...]
Munster Championships – Cancelled
Munster Championships - 15th November 2020 - Cancelled To All [...]
European Judo Union News Update
Following the recent AGM 2020 for the Irish Judo Association, [...]
Leinster Closed 2020 – Cancelled
Leinster Closed - 8th November 2020 - Cancelled To All [...]
RESUS First Aid Course – Webinar 12th September 2020
Please be advised that the next CPR/Defibrillation and sports specific [...]
IMPORTANT NOTICE – Judo Clubs in Covid Cluster Affected Areas Re-Opened
IMPORTANT NOTICE - Judo Clubs in Covid Cluster Affected Areas [...]
August 2020
Swords Open 2020 – Cancelled
To All Clubs Please note Swords Judo Club have made [...]
IJA Back to the Mat Protocols – Updated August 2020
IJA Back to the Mat Protocols - Updated August 2020 [...]
Condolences to the Mullan Family
On behalf of the Executive Committee & Members of the [...]
Important Notice – Amendment to Return to Judo Mat Protocols August 2020
Important Notice - Amendment to Return to Judo Mat Protocols [...]
IMPORTANT NOTICE – TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF JUDO CLUBS IN COVID CLUSTER AFFECTED AREAS
Following the HSE advice and Government announcement on Friday evening [...]
July 2020
Welcome to the Irish Judo Association
Judo Ichi Dai - Portlaoise Co Laois On behalf of [...]
What’s Happening Wednesday 08.07.2020 #WHW
Our final weekly update for our clubs, members & judo [...]
What’s Happening Wednesday 01.07.2020 #WHW
Our next weekly update for our clubs, members & judo [...]
June 2020
IJA Covid 19 Resources for Parents of Judoka Under 18
The IJA has launched a new page to the IJA [...]
Irish Judo Association – Back to the Mat Guidelines – June 2020
To All Clubs, Members & the Judo Family Please see [...]
What’s Happening Wednesday 24.06.2020 #WHW
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What’s Happening Wednesday 17.06.2020 #WHW
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RESUS First Aid Course – Via Zoom
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What’s Happening Wednesday 10.06.2020 #WHW
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What’s Happening Wednesday 03.06.2020 #WHW
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May 2020
Coach Webinar – 10th June 2020
Irish Judo Association & Sport Ireland Coach Webinar The Irish [...]
What’s Happening Wednesday 27.05.2020 #WHW
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What’s Happening Wednesday 20.05.2020 #WHW
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What’s Happening Wednesday 13.05.2020 #WHW
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AGM – Postponed
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April 2020
A message from Seán Fleming – IJA President
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AGM Notice – 16th May 2020
To All Club Secretaries/Club Coaches It is the intention of [...]
The Great 8 Contest – International Judo Federation
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March 2020
Update – Statement Re Covid 19 – Events & Activities 23.03.2020
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Statement Re Covid 19 – Events & Activities 13.03.2020
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Condolences to the Stokes Family
Terry Stokes – RIP The Executive Committee, the Judo Office [...]
RESUS First Aid Course – 22rd March 2020
Ray Stears advises the next CPR/Defibrillation and Emergency First Aid [...]
Update Covid 19 & Irish Open 2020 – Issue Date 11.03.2020
To all Club Secretaries/Coaches Please see attached guidelines issued to [...]
Results – Galway Open 2020
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Women in Sport – International Women’s Day – TG4 Coverage
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Statement Regarding Covid 19 & Irish Open 2020 – Issue Date 05.03.2020
To All Clubs & Members Statement Regarding Covid 19 & [...]
Condolences to the Snowe Family
Gerry Snowe – RIP The Executive Committee, the Judo Office [...]
Open Randori – Paul Cummins School of Judo – 14th March 2020
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February 2020
National Squad Galway Training Camp – 21st & 22nd March 2020
To All Clubs/Parents/Guardians/Members Galway Training Camp 21st & 22nd March [...]
Veterans Grading 1st February 2020 – Congratulations
Congratulations to the following judoka who attained Dan Grades at [...]
***Save the Date*** Adaptive Judo Seminar 28th March 2020
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National Grading 22nd March 2020 – Registration Now Open
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Registration Level 1 Coaching Course – Closed Maximum Capacity Reached
IJA/Sport Ireland Level 1 Coaching Course Registration for the Level [...]
Condolences to the Head Family
Mary Head RIP The Executive Committee, the judo office and [...]
RESUS First Aid Course – 29th February 2020
Ray Stears advises the next CPR/Defibrillation and Emergency First Aid [...]
IJA Web Calendar 2020
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Tulliallan Training Camp 29th February & 1st March 2020 – National Squad
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IJA Level 1 Course Leinster – ***Registration Form Now Available***
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Points Won & KYU Grades Wins – Scottish Open 2020
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IJA Refereeing & Coaching Seminar 2020
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January 2020
Technical Masterclass and Open Randori
Judo Technical Masterclass with Sensei Ray Stears, 6th Dan. Date: [...]
RTE Radio 1 Podcast – Never Too Late
The Irish Judo Association received a call from RTE Radio [...]
Welcome to the Irish Judo Association
Welcome to Yoroi Dojo On behalf of the President Mr [...]
IJA Squad Session – 2nd February 2020
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Scottish Open 2020 – Results & Report
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Lion Mini Mon – Cancelled
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National Vetting – Update on Process 2020
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Best of Luck – Scottish Open 2020
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IJA Membership Cards – Mon Grade System
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RESUS First Aid Course – 26th January 2020
Ray Stears announces the 26th January 2020 for the next [...]
Reminder – No Licence No Insurance No Judo
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December 2019
It’s Christmas – Time for Holidays!
The Judo Office will close Friday the 20th December 2019 [...]
IJA Squad Session – 11th January 2020
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Points Won & KYU Grade Wins – All Ireland’s 2019
Points Won & KYU Grades Wins – All Ireland's 2019 [...]
Congratulations to our Contribution Grade Recipients
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Condolences to the McMahon & O’Callaghan Family
Liz McMahon – RIP The Executive Committee, the Judo Office [...]
Reminder – Last 2 Events December – IJA Calendar 2019
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***Press Release – Lead Coach National Development, Cadet & Junior Squad Announced***
***Press Release - Lead Coach National Development Cadet & Junior [...]
All Ireland’s 2019 – Results
All Ireland's 2019 - Results Congratulations to our Medal Winners [...]
Weigh-In Times – All Ireland’s 2019
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Women in Sport – Stand at the All Ireland’s 2019
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#TBT – Age is but a Number!
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All Ireland’s 2019 – Entry List
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Today’s the Day! – Close Date All Ireland’s 2019
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November 2019
Training/Randori PCSJ – 30th November 2019
Training/Randori Session Preparation For All Irelands: Teenagers and older welcome. [...]
It’s the Final Countdown – 7 days to Close Date – All Ireland’s 2019
It's the Final Countdown – 7 days to Close Date [...]
Condolences to the Tannam Family
Thomas Tannam RIP The Executive Committee, the judo office and [...]
Veterans Grading – Postponed Temporarily
Veterans Grading - Postponed Temporarily As a mark of respect [...]
All Ireland’s 2019 – Housekeeping Rules
All Ireland's 2019 - Housekeeping Rules The All Ireland's 2019 [...]
Honorary Referee Awards – Irish Judo Association
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Results – Connaught Championships 2019
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Club Grading Officer Briefing – 15th December 2019
Club Grading Officer Briefing & Implementation Planning The Executive Commission [...]
Table Officials Course – 30th November 2019
The Irish Judo Association will host a Table Officials Course [...]
Training/Randori PCSJ – 16th November 2019
Training/Randori PCSJ - 16th November 2019 Preparation for All Irelands [...]
Results – Leinster Mini-Mons 2019
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Tick Tock – 25 days to Close Date – All Ireland’s 2019
Tick Tock - 25 days to Close Date - All [...]
Results – Veterans Open 2019
Results - Veterans Open 2019 Please find the results & [...]
RESUS First Aid Course – 30th November 2019
Ray Stears announces the 30th November 2019 for the next [...]
Simply Judo presents a Masterclass with Chris Skelley
Mark Montgomery & Simply Judo from the NIJF presents a [...]
Results – Munster Open 2019
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Points Won – Veterans Open 2019
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October 2019
Welcome to the Munster Open 2019!
Hello everyone, Firstly, thank you so much for entering the Munster [...]
Condolences to the Behan Family
Joe Behan - RIP The Executive Committee, the Judo Office [...]
Connaught Championship 17th November 2019
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Results – Swords Open 2019
Results - Swords Open 2019 The Results from the Swords [...]
Adaptive Judo Taster Session – Cavan Local Sports Partnership & the Irish Judo Association
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Northwest Open – 23rd November 2019
The Northwest Open is being held in the Longtower Youth [...]
***Close Date Extended – Munster Open 2019***
Munster Open - 2nd November 2019 - ***Close Date Extended [...]
Dan Grading 20th October 2019 – Congratulations
Congratulations to our Dan Grades Congratulations to the following judoka [...]
Veterans Open 26th October 2019 – Closing Date 24th October 2019
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Leinster Judo Closed Mini Mon 2019
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Irish Sport HQ – Franking Machine Technical Issues
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Irish Judo Association Women in Sport – Guidelines & Application
To all Clubs The Irish Judo Association successfully applied to [...]
RESUS First Aid – Refresher Course – 19th October 2019
Ray Stears announces the 19th October 2019 for the next [...]
Best of Luck to Bearach – World Juniors Marrakech
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***Close Date National Grading – 17th October 2019 5pm***
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IJF World Veterans 2019 – Team Ireland – Best of Luck
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Swords Open 2019 – Entry List
The entry for the Swords Open 2019 is now closed, [...]
NB – Ignore Email From IJA
To all Clubs If you received an email marked File [...]
Congratulations TJ Palmer – UCC Judo Scholarship
Congratulations TJ Palmer - UCC Judo Scholarship TJ Palmer of [...]
September 2019
All Ireland’s 2019 – Entry Form now Online
All Ireland's 2019 The Irish Judo Association will host the [...]
Resus First Aid Course – 6th October 2019
Ray Stears announces the 6th October 2019 for the next [...]
Open Randori – Paul Cummins School of Judo
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National Dan Grading 20th October 2019
The final National Grading of 2019 take place the 20th [...]
IJA Level 2 Coaching Course – Connaught
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Veteran Medal in Serbia
Well done to Ren Bu Kan member Tomasz Wozniak who [...]
Open Randori – Paul Cummins School of Judo
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***Save the Dates – Level 2 Coaching Course – Coming Soon***
***Save the Dates - Level 2 Coaching Course - Coming [...]
Anti-Doping Education Seminar 2019
Anti-Doping Education Seminar 2019 15th December 2019 - 11.30am to [...]
Heart of England 2019 – Victories for Ireland
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Sport Ireland – Women in Sport Funding Announcement
The Irish Judo Association was delighted to receive notification that [...]
** NB Close Date Coming Soon – IJA Level 1 Coaching Course – Munster**
IJA Level 1 Coaching Course – Munster The Coaching Commission [...]
Open Randori – Paul Cummins School of Judo
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August 2019
Volunteers in Sport Awards
The Federation of Irish Sport has joined forces with EBS [...]
Open Randori – Paul Cummins School of Judo
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Swords Open 2019
Swords Open 2019 Swords Judo Club will host the Swords [...]
National Events – Feedback
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Open Randori – Paul Cummins School of Judo
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Meath Local Sports Partnership – Inclusion Camp
This week in conjunction with Meath Local Sports Partnership, our [...]
RESUS First Aid Course – 24th August 2019
Ray Stears announces the 24th August 2019 for the next [...]
July 2019
Zagreb Grand Prix 2019
Zagreb Grand Prix 2019 The High Performance team of Megan [...]
European Veterans Championships Gran Canaria 2019
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Online Shop – Updated Products
We've updated some products in the Online Shop - Blue [...]
Nage no Kata Classes in Palmerstown
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We’re all going on a…..Trip to Russia!!
Tralee Team of to Russia for International Children's Games SEVENTEEN [...]
Two Continents – Two Competitions – Two Coaches – Five Judoka!
This weekend is a busy weekend for International Judo Events. [...]
Munster Open – 2nd November 2019
Munster Open - 2nd November 2019 The Munster Open 2019 [...]
June 2019
European Games – Minsk 2019
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National Grading 16th June 2019 – Dan Grades awarded
Congratulations to the following judoka who were promoted to Dan [...]
1983 is Calling…..
Danny Roche from Kerry School of Judo sent in this [...]
National Grading Registration – Now Closed
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Bronze for Penny – Luxembourg 2019
Bronze for Penny - Challenge de la Ville de Differdange, [...]
National Grading Registration – Close Date 13th June 5pm
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Congratulations to our Dan Grades
Congratulations to our Dan Grades Following receipt of completed Dan [...]
All Ireland Schools 2019 – Results
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Condolences to the Clarke Family
Anthony (Anto) Clarke - RIP The Executive Committee, the Judo [...]
May 2019
IJA Level 1 Coaching Course – Munster
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Summer School for Judo – Galway July 2019
Galway Judo Club will host an Summer School for Judo [...]
Ireland’s Fittest Family – Applications 2019 now open
Ireland's Fittest Family - Applications 2019 Applications are open and [...]
National Grading 16th June 2019
The second National Grading of 2019 take place the 16th [...]
Condolences to the O’Sullivan Family
Jim O'Sullivan RIP The Executive Committee, the judo office and [...]
Referees Course – Beginners
The Referee Commission & Development Commission are hosting a Beginner [...]
All Ireland Schools 2019 – Entry List
All Ireland Schools 2019 - Entry List Please see attached [...]
First Aid Course – 2nd June 2019
Ray Stears announces the 2nd June 2019 for the next [...]
***Close Date Extended – All Ireland Schools 2019***
***Close Date Extended - All Ireland Schools 2019*** Due to [...]
Baku…Ben…Bronze….
IJF Grand Slam Baku 2019 Congratulations to Ben Fletcher on [...]
Points Won & KYU Grades Promotions – NI Open 2019
Points Won & KYU Grades Promotions – NI Open 2019 [...]
Reminder – Close Date Level 1 Coaching Course 20th May 2019
IJA Level 1 Coaching Course - Ulster Reminder - Close [...]
Reminder – Close Date 13th May 2019 – All Ireland Schools Championships
All Ireland Schools 2019 Reminder - Close Date 13th May [...]
EJU Improve Your Club – Video Link
Following the very enjoyable and very successful EJU Improve Your [...]
Welcome to the Irish Judo Association
Welcome to Lumen Christi College On behalf of the President [...]
April 2019
Leinster Squad Academy Training & Open Randori
Leinster Squad Academy Training & Open Randori Paul Cummins Leinster [...]
AGM Notice- 11th May 2019
AGM Notice- 11th May 2019 Notice is hereby given for [...]
All Ireland Schools Championships – 19th May 2019
All Ireland Schools 2019 The Irish Judo Association will host [...]
Safeguarding Guidance for Children and Young People in Sport
TO All CLUBS – PLEASE ENSURE YOUR CLUB CHILDREN'S OFFICER [...]
IJF 7th Dan Recipients – Congratulations
The Executive Committee of the Irish Judo Association would like [...]
Leinster Squad Academy Training & Open Randori
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Points Won & KYU Grades Promotions – Irish Open 2019
Points Won & KYU Grades Promotions - Irish Open 2019 [...]
Safeguarding 2 & 3 Courses – Leinster
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Irish Open 2019 – Results
Irish Open 2019 - Results What a day! - What [...]
March 2019
Irish Open 2019 – Traffic Management Update
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Irish Open 2019 – Traffic Management & Crowd Control
Irish Open 2019 - Traffic Management & Crowd Control Saturday [...]
Irish Open 2019 – Entry List
Irish Open 2019 - Entry List Please find the entry [...]
Welcome to the Irish Judo Association
Welcome to Ennis West Judo Club On behalf of the [...]
IJA Level 1 Coaching Course – Ulster
IJA Level 1 Coaching Course - Ulster The Coaching Commission [...]
Judo World Tour – The Globetrotting Judoka
Judo World Tour - The Globetrotting Judoka Morgan Girardeau, a [...]
Tick Tock – Tick Tock – Close date 25th March 2019 – Irish Open
Irish Open 2019 The close date for the Irish Open [...]
Welcome to the Irish Judo Association
Welcome to Shin Gi Tai Judo Club On behalf of [...]
National Grading 10th March 2019 – Dan Grades awarded
Congratulations to the following judoka who attained Dan Grades at [...]
First Aid Course – 31st March 2019
Ray Stears announces the 31st March 2019 for the next [...]
***Press Release National Squad Manager***
Press Release The Executive Committee accepted the resignation of the [...]
Irish Open 2019 – Reminder Close Date 25th March 2019
Irish Open 2019 - Reminder Close Date 25th March 2019 [...]
Bronze for Robin – British Open 2019
Bronze for Robin - British Open 2019 Robin Lowry from [...]
Fantastic Fletchers – IJF Marrakech Grand Prix 2019
On Saturday 9th March in Marrakech, Megan Fletcher secured Silver [...]
Condolences to the Rea Family
The Irish Judo Association has just recently heard of the [...]
National Grading Registration – Extended to Wednesday 6th March 2019
TO ALL CLUBS & MEMBERS The 1st National Grading of [...]
Gold for Kevinas at Matsumae Cup
Successful performance from Fudoshin Judo Club at Matsumae Cup 2019, [...]
February 2019
National Grading 10th March 2019
TO ALL CLUBS & MEMBERS The 1st National Grading of [...]
Ulster Academy – Next Sessions 2019
Ulster Academy - Next Sessions 2019 Please see the next [...]
Open Randori – 23rd March 2019
Open Randori - 23rd March 2019 Paul Cummins School of [...]
Irish Anti-Doping Rule Changes 1st January 2019
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January 2019
Condolences to the Creaven Family
John Creaven - RIP The Executive Committee, the judo office [...]
Higashi Judo Club travel to Greece
Higashi Judo Club travel to Greece Players from Higashi Judo [...]
Megan gets an IJF Headline
Following on from her Bronze medal at the Tel Aviv [...]
IJA Grading Policy 2019
IJA Grading Policy 2019 The IJA Executive Committee in conjunction [...]
If a Picture Paints a Thousand Words…..
Bronze for Megan Silver for Ben
Ben takes Silver at Tel Aviv Grand Prix
Ben takes Silver at Tel Aviv Grand Prix Today was [...]
***Breaking News – Bronze for Megan at Tel Aviv Grand Prix***
***Breaking News - Bronze for Megan at Tel Aviv Grand [...]
First Aid Course – 3rd February 2019
First Aid Course - 3rd February 2019 Ray Stears announces [...]
Bronze for Kevinas – Matsuru Dutch Open 2019
Kevinas Ramoska wins a bronze medal at Matsuru Dutch Open [...]
EJU Club Coach Seminar 2nd & 3rd March 2019
The IJA Executive Committee will host an EJU Club Coach [...]
IJA Database & Membership 2019
IJA Membership 2019 As part of the continued improvements in [...]
IJA National Talent Training – Cadets & Juniors – 13th January 2019
Calling Notice – IJA National Talent Training – Cadets & [...]
IJA National Development Training – 12th January 2019
Calling Notice – IJA National Development Training 12th January 2019 [...]
6th Dan Recipients – All Ireland’s 2018
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December 2018
Second Japanese Ambassador’s Cups – All Ireland’s 2018
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Points Won – All Ireland’s 2018
Points Won - All Ireland's 2018 The competition sheets have [...]
Veterans Grading – 24th November 2018
Veterans Grading - 24th November 2018 Congratulations to the following [...]
All Ireland’s 2018 – Results
All Ireland's 2018 - Results Please find below results from [...]
World Masters – China
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All Ireland’s 2018 – Entry List
All Ireland's 2018 - Second Japanese Ambassadors Cup Entry is [...]
Reminder – Close Date All Ireland’s 2018
All Ireland's 2018 Please note the close date for the [...]
November 2018
Veterans Open 2018 – Results & Photos
Please find below Results & Photos from the Veterans Open [...]
All Ireland’s 2018 – Update 28.11.2018
All Ireland's 2018 - Update 28.11.2018 Please see list of [...]
Cancelled – Leinster Open 2018
Leinster Open 2018 Please note the Leinster Open 2018 has [...]
Points Won – Veterans Open 2018
Points Won - Veterans Open 2018 The competition sheets have [...]
All Ireland’s 2018 – Housekeeping updates
All Ireland's 2018 The All Ireland's 2018 will be held [...]
Some late changes to the November 2018 Calendar
Take a look at the November 2018 Calendar some late [...]
Welcome to the Irish Judo Association
Welcome to Drogheda Academy of Judo On behalf of the [...]
anything on TV Saturday night???
why yes there is..... Tune into RTE 1 The Ray [...]
Leinster Open 2018 – Entry form now available
The Leinster Open 2018 is on the 18th November 2018. [...]
October 2018
First Aid Course – 11th November 2018
Ray Stears announces the 11th November 2018 for the next [...]
Table Officials Course – 17th November 2018
The Irish Judo Association will host a Table Officials Course [...]
IJA E Vetting Procedures 2018 – Update
IJA E Vetting Procedures 2018 The Irish Judo Association has [...]
Dan Grading 14th October 2018 – Congratulations
Congratulations to the following judoka who attained Dan Grades at [...]
Swords Open 2018 – Entry List
Swords Open 2018 The entry is now closed and the [...]
Entries now Closed – Swords Open 2018
Swords Open 2018 A note from the event organisers, the [...]
IJF Veterans – World Championships Cancun 2018
IJF Veterans - World Championships Cancun 2018 Best of luck [...]
Connaught Judo Regional Championships 2018
11th November 2018 Connaught Championships Entry Form 2018 Closing Date [...]
Great coverage for young Dooley – British Judo Adapted Open 2018
Following on from the successful Bronze medal won by Fintan [...]
Reminder – Swords Open 2018 – Closing Date
Swords Open 2018 - Close Date 15th October 2018 Just [...]
September 2018
Family Sport Fest – National Sports Campus – 30th September 2018
Family SportFest returns to the Sport Ireland National Sports Campus this [...]
Irish Judo Association – Provincial Academy Lead Coaches
Irish Judo Association - Provincial Academy Lead Coaches The Irish [...]
Provincial Academy Lead – Connaught
Provincial Academy Lead – Connaught The board of the Connaught [...]
IJA National Talent Training – Cadets & Juniors – 14th October 2018
Calling Notice – IJA National Talent Training - Cadets & [...]
IJA National Development Training – 13th October 2018
Calling Notice – IJA National Development Training 13th October 2018 [...]
World Championships – Baku 2018
World Championships - Baku 20th September 2018 The Executive Committee [...]
Irish Veterans Open – 3rd November 2018
The Veterans Commission have published the entry form for the [...]
Heart of England 2018 – Results
Heart of England 2018 Well done to all our competitors [...]
Veterans Training Session – 15th September 2018
Veterans Training Session - 15th September 2018 Time: 10am-12pm Venue: [...]
August 2018
First Aid Course – 23rd September 2018
Ray Stears announces the 23rd September 2018 for the next [...]
Veterans Training Session – 8th September 2018
Veterans Training Session - 9th September 2018 Time: 10am-12pm Venue: [...]
Leinster Squad/Open Randori – 8th September 2018
Leinster Squad/Open Randori - 8th September 2018 The Leinster Provincial [...]
British Open Adaptive Judo Championships – 25th August 2018
British Open Adaptive Judo Championships - 25th August 2018 The [...]
***Traffic Restrictions Dublin 25th & 26th August – National Squad***
Traffic Restrictions - weekend 25th & 26th August 2018 Dublin [...]
IJA NATIONAL TALENT TRAINING DAY – CADETS & JUNIORS
IJA NATIONAL TALENT TRAINING - CALLING NOTICE CADET & JUNIORS [...]
IJA NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING DAY
CALLING NOTICE - IJA NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING 25TH AUGUST 2018 [...]
July 2018
Referee Seminar – NIJF 29th July 2018
The NIJF will be hosting a Referee Seminar on the [...]
National Development & National Squad Sessions – 25th & 26th August 2018
1. National Development Session - 25th August 2018 This session [...]
Summer Camp in Galway is busy busy busy…..
Galway Judo Club is hosting a summer camp this week, [...]
Summer Training July – Fudoshin Judo Club
If any judoka are interested there is summer training in [...]
IJA Grading Review Seminar – 16th September 2018
IJA Grading Review Seminar - 16th September 2018 The IJA [...]
First Aid Course – 14th July 2018
Ray Stears announces the 14th July 2018 for the next [...]
June 2018
***Press Release – Sylvia O’Flynn appointed Chair of the newly formed Development Commission***
The Executive Committee of the IJA is delighted to announce [...]
IJA Cadets attend Tulliallen Training Camp – Scotland
Last weekend, a good contingent of IJA Cadets attended the [...]
World Judo Day 28th October 2018
The IJF announce World Judo Day 28th October 2018 and [...]
Any Second Hand Judo Mats for donation??
The Association is looking to promote some judo projects and [...]
Special Olympics Ireland Games – National Sports Campus
Special Olympics Ireland Games take place in Dublin from June [...]
May 2018
IJA Annual General Report 2018 & Accounts 2017
Following the AGM held 26th May 2018 at Irish Sport [...]
European Boxing Champion in the Crowley Family……
We would like to extend our congratulations to Kaci, daughter [...]
Dan Grading 27th May 2018 – Congratulations
Congratulations to the following judoka who attained Dan Grades at [...]
EGM – Constitutional Changes Approved
Following the EGM 26th May 2018 to amend the IJA [...]
***GDPR – 25th May 2018***
To all Club Coaches/Secretaries/Members On the 25th May 2018, the [...]
Coaching – CPD Event 23rd June 2018
The Coaching Commission announce a CPD event for Level 1 [...]
Condolences to the Callery Family
The Executive Committee, the judo office and members of the [...]
All Ireland Schools 2018 – Results
All Ireland Schools 2018 - Results Please see details below [...]
Lost & Found……All Ireland Schools 2018
Following the All Ireland Schools event in Phibblestown on Sunday [...]
All Ireland Schools 2018 – some housekeeping…
All Ireland Schools 2018 Entry is now closed for the [...]
Galway Judo Club hosts Summer Camp in July 2018
Galway Judo Club host their annual Summer School of Judo [...]
IJF Launches new website…. & Ireland makes the front page!
The IJF has launched their new website and kick-started the [...]
IJA National Squad – Screening & Testing 12th May 2018
IJA National Squad - Screening & Testing 12th May 2018 [...]
Points Won – NI Open 2018
The competition sheets have been reviewed by the Grading Commission [...]
Notice of EGM & AGM 26th May 2018
EGM & AGM 26th May 2018 To all clubs/members, please [...]
Reminder Closing Date – All Ireland Schools 2018
***Reminder Close Date - All Ireland Schools 2018 *** The [...]
April 2018
Provincial Academy Session – Munster
To all Munster Clubs Please note the Provincial Academy Training [...]
Provincial Academy Session – Leinster
To all Leinster Clubs Please note the Provincial Academy Training [...]
IJA Referee Course & CPD
The IJA Refereeing Commission is hosting a Referee Course & [...]
All Ireland Schools 2018 – 13th May 2018
The Irish Judo Association is pleased to announce the All [...]
***Press Release – National Squad 2018***
***PRESS RELEASE ALL CLUBS AND COACHES*** The detailed National Squad [...]
Fudoshin attend Sportif at Easter
Sportif International 2018 Report from Fudoshin Judo Club The Fudoshin [...]
Marvelous Megan…..7th in Grand Prix Antalya Turkey
7th for Megan as she returns to the mat.... Following [...]
Fletcher Flies…..Bronze in Grand Prix Antalya Turkey
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Level 1 Coaching Course – Connaught
The IJA announces the next Level 1 coaching course which [...]
EJU Refereeing Seminar 2018 – Dubrovnik
Eoghan Barr recently represented the Irish Judo Association at the [...]
March 2018
Training Session 7th April 2018 – Paul Cummins School of Judo
There is a training session for children aged 8-15 years [...]
First Aid Course – 21st April 2018
Ray Stears announces the 21st April 2018 for the next [...]
Points Won – Irish Open 2018
The competition sheets have been reviewed by the Grading Commission [...]
Irish Open 2018 – Results
Irish Open 2018 - Results Congratulations to everyone who competed [...]
Condolences to the Fitzpatrick Family
The Executive Committee, the judo office and members of the Irish [...]
Irish Open 2018 – Entry List
Irish Open 2018 Please see below the entry list for [...]
Welcome to the Irish Judo Association
Welcome to Connemara Judo Club On behalf of the President [...]
Irish Open 2018 – this is the Final Call…..
***Entries*** The close date for the Irish Open 2018 via [...]
Galway Open 2018 – 14th April 2018
The Galway Open has been rescheduled to the 14th April [...]
Open Randori Session – Fudoshin Judo Club
Fudoshin Judo Club is running an Open Randori session this [...]
Steward’s – Irish Open 2018
Whilst the final plans are being made for the Irish [...]
Irish Open 2018 – Close Date Reminder
The Close Date for the Irish Open 2018 is March [...]
Sport Ireland Anti-Doping 2017 Report & Supplements Policy
To all clubs, coaches, players, athlete support personnel Sport Ireland [...]
Galway Open 2018 – Postponed
Galway Judo Club announces that the Galway Open 2018 scheduled [...]
February 2018
…. or maybe we’ll build a Snow Castle!
The National Sports Campus has issued a further notice this [...]
Do you wanna build a Snowman….
The National Sports Campus has been closed due to the [...]
Fletcher Flies…..again!!
IJF Grand Slam Dusseldorf 25.02.2018 As the IJF Day 3 [...]
Dan Grading 11th February 2018 – Congratulations
Congratulations to the following members following their recent promotion at [...]
Club Júdó na Ceathrún Rua
I'm sorry to say my Irish is not up to [...]
Veterans Squad Session & Womens Squad Session- 24.02.2018
Date: Saturday 24th February 2018 Venue: Paul Cummins School of [...]
Medals from Scottish Open 2018 – Fudoshin JC
Fudoshin Judo Club participated in the Judo Scotland Cadet Open [...]
Press Release – National Squad Manager
Chloe Cowan Vickers appointed new National Squad Manager. The Irish [...]
Galway Open 2018 – 3rd March 2018
The Galway Open is being hosted on the 3rd March [...]
Table Officials Course
The Irish Judo Association will host a Table Officials Course [...]
Coach Vacancy – St John’s Community Judo Club
St John’s Community Judo Club - St John's Community Centre, [...]
Welcome to the Irish Judo Association
Welcome to Galway Judo Club On behalf of the President [...]
January 2018
First IJF Grand Prix Gold medal for men’s Irish Judo – Fletcher Flies…
The Irish Judo Association and its members send congratulations to [...]
Veterans & Women’s Training Sessions – 27th January 2018
The Veterans Commission is hosting a Veterans & Women's training [...]
2018 IJF Rules Update – 28th January 2018
The IJA Refereeing Commission will host a Rules Update seminar [...]
Bronze for Maxim – Dutch Open 2018
Congratulations to Maxim Trigub from Swords Judo Club who won [...]
Press Release – Provincial Academies Irish Judo
Press Release sent on behalf of Mr Seán Fleming, President [...]
Sport Ireland Ethics – Safeguarding Refresher Courses Online
Sport Ireland Ethics - Safeguarding Refresher Courses Online A message [...]
2018 Membership Updates
Happy New Year for 2018 We have experienced a very [...]
Welcome to the Irish Judo Association
Welcome to Renmore Judo Club On behalf of the President [...]
December 2017
Points Won – All Ireland’s 2017
The competition sheets have been reviewed by the Grading Commission [...]
It’s Christmas – Time for Holidays!
The Judo Office will close Friday the 22nd December 2017 [...]
Condolences to the Lydon Family
The Executive Committee of the Irish Judo Association wish to [...]
Job Vacancy – IJA National Squad Manager
Please see attached Job Vacancy for the Irish Judo Association [...]
Veterans Grading 25th November 2017
Congratulations to the following members following their recent promotion as [...]
Winners Japanese Ambassadors Cups All Ireland’s 2017
In celebrating the 60th anniversary of Diplomatic Relations with Japan [...]
Honorary General Secretary – Mr Ben Clayden
The Executive Committee announce the casual vacancy for the position [...]
Welcome to the Irish Judo Association
Welcome to Knocknacarra Judo Club On behalf of the President [...]
Lisa Kearney Retires from Judo
On behalf of the Irish Judo Association, previous & current [...]
All Ireland’s 2017 – Results
All Ireland's 2017 - Results Our thanks to all those [...]
Some Housekeeping News – All Ireland’s 2017
We are just a few days away from the All [...]
Entry List – All Ireland’s 2017
The entry for the All Ireland's is now closed. Please [...]
This is a Final call for…..
All Ireland’s 2017 Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations [...]
November 2017
Points mean Prizes….
The sheets are in, the calculations done & the points [...]
Tick Tock…… All Ireland’s 2017
All Ireland's 2017 Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations [...]
Welcome to the Irish Judo Association…
Welcome to The Judo Academy On behalf of the President [...]
Veterans Open 2017 – Results
Please find details below of the Veterans Open 2017 results, [...]
Sport Ireland – Women in Sport
As part of the funding received in 2017 from Sport [...]
Dan Grading 22nd October 2017 – Congratulations
Congratulations to the following members following their recent promotion as [...]
People of the Year Awards
The People of the Year Awards, Ireland’s longest-running national awards [...]
All Ireland’s 2017 – Close Date 1st December 2017
The All Ireland's 2017 will be hosted 9th December 2017, [...]
Cancelled – Leinster Open 2017
Mr Leo Gibbons, Tournament Director has announced the Leinster Open [...]
Assistance with Compliance – Ulster
Club Compliance - Ulster For our Ulster club coaches and [...]
Welcome to the Irish Judo Association….
Welcome to Lettermullen Judo Club & Cabra Judo Club On [...]
October 2017
Resignation – National Squad Manager
Resignation of National Squad Manager Keith Gough has resigned from [...]
Judo Office Closed – Weather Conditions
Please note the Judo Office is closed today 16th October [...]
North West Open 2017
Jim Toland hosts the North West Open 18th & 19th [...]
Swords Open 2017 – Results
Please find below, results from the Swords Open 2017 Results [...]
Report On IJF World Veterans Olbia and British Masters Wales
Donal Tannam - Secretary of the Veterans Commission has been [...]
Swords Open 2017 – Entry List
Swords Judo Club announce the entry list for their event [...]
A message from your President
To all Our Club Coaches & Committee Members In the [...]
Swords Open 2017 -Extended Close Date
Swords Judo Club announce the close date for the Swords [...]
September 2017
Shori Judo Club Open – Fundamentals, Kyu, Dan & Masters Event 14th October 2017
Shori Judo Club, NIJF will host a Fundamentals, Kyu, Dan [...]
Deferment of Events 2017
Following consultation with relevant organising committees, it has been agreed [...]
Expressions of Interest – Irish Judo Association Board Positions
The role of the board of the Irish Judo Association [...]
National Sports Campus – Family Sport Fest 1st October 2017
The National Sports Campus as part of the European Week [...]
****BREAKING NEWS****
The Board of the Irish Judo Association would like [...]
Silver Medal for Niall Hennessy – Irish Judo Adaptive programme
Congratulations to Niall Hennessy from Kodokan Ireland who recently took [...]
Calendar of Events 2017 – Check out the next Competitions
The Calendar of Events 2017 has been updated over the [...]
August 2017
IJA Level 1 Coaching Course – Munster
The next Level 1 Coaching Course will be held in [...]
Feedback from Taster Adaptive Judo Session
Following on from our previous post about a Taster Session [...]
IJF/EJU Congresses & World Championships 2017
The Irish Judo Association will be represented by Vice President [...]
IJA Club Funding Opportunities 2017
As part of the Association's continued commitment to assist with [...]
Taster Session – Adapted Judo
A Taster Session for Adapted Judo will held in Cabinteely, [...]
RESUS First Aid Course – 12th August 2017
Ray Stears announces next date Saturday 12th August 2017 for [...]
To Shime Waza or not to Shime Waza…..
Every now and then the Judo Office gets a call [...]
NIJF Referee Seminar July 2017
Over the weekend, 8 IJA referees attended the NIJF Refereeing [...]
July 2017
Free Women’s Judo Sessions – Sport Ireland Women in Sport
Ellie Dennis starts round 2 of our Free Women's Judo [...]
IJA Funding Opportunities 2017
On behalf of the President & Executive Board members, please [...]
Dan Grading – 25th June 2017
The second National Grading of the year took place in [...]
Bearach Gleeson selected for EYOF to represent Team Ireland in Judo
The Olympic Council of Ireland has announced a team of [...]
Summer Camps brings Judo to children in Kilkenny
The Leinster Judo Council in conjunction with The Watershed in [...]
RESUS First Aid Courses – 22nd & 23rd July 2017
Ray Stears announces two dates Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd [...]
Sport Ireland – Women in Sport
The Irish Judo Association received funding in 2017 from Sport [...]
Practising in Portmarnock….phew!
After the National Grading held in Portmarnock, Ray held a [...]
Job Vacancy – NIJF
Northern Ireland Judo Federation wishes to invite applications for the [...]
Leinster Judo Open 2017
The Leinster Judo Council are pleased to announce that the [...]
1st Annual Club/Region Team Championships 2017
We've just added the 1st Annual Club/Region Team Championships 2017 [...]
Swords Open 2017
The Swords Open 2017 event has been added to the [...]
June 2017
Mid Year Review June 2017
The Irish Judo Association launched it's new website last week [...]
April 2017
Hungarian Masters Open 2017
The trip started well enough early on Friday morning with [...]