(2025-02-17 11:30:50)
JNZ congratulates Life Member Norm Cook (KAP WN) in celebrating his 80th birthday with the club last weekend. read more...
IJF Rule Change Seminar
(2025-02-22 07:39:36)
Following the IJF changes to the competition rules, JNZ International referee Craig Bartlett will host an on-line Teams meeting to go through the IJF rule changes. Athletes, coaches, and referees are encouraged to attend.Judo New Zealand - 2025 New Rules Seminar22 February 20259:30 am - 11:30 am (NZT) read more...
2025 National Training Camp
(2025-02-03 17:28:02)
The 2025 JNZ National Training Camp was held for the first time in Palmerston North from January 16th to January 19th. read more...
NZL SUccess At Veteran World Championships
(2025-02-03 17:28:09)
A huge congratulations to the New Zealand Veterans Judo Team for their outstanding performance at the 2024 Veteran World Championships in Las VegasLeading the way was Melody Scott (CAN CA), who claimed GOLD in the Women's -78 kg category—an extraordinary achievement!Vitaly Aliluev (UNI AK) secured a well-deserved bronze in the Men's -100 kg division, showcasing exceptional skill and determination.Barry Clough (PMN NW) delivered a strong performance, finishing fifth in the fiercely competitive Men's +100 kg category.A special shout-out to Jason White (CAN CA), Harry Smith (CAM WB), and John Maxwell (NEL CD) for their hard-fought matches and incredible effort representing New read more...
World Kata Championships Success
(2024-12-12 12:42:22)
At the 2024 World Championships Kata in Las Vegas just last week, several entries hailed from Oceania, a fact which highlights the diversity of the discipline.Officials of the Oceania Judo Union said, “Our competitors delivered remarkable performances on day 2, showcasing the strength and skill within our region. Sam Manu (WN WAI) and Phouphayly Palilavong (WN UPP) represented New Zealand in the Goshin-Jutsu section, delivering a solid performance and achieving an impressive score of 436 points! Their performance was outstanding and a testament to their dedication. read more...
IJF DIPLOMA RECIPIENT
(2025-02-10 13:38:33)
Christine Robson (KOD AK) has just completed her IJF Undergraduate Diploma in Judo Management - with a High Distinction grade. read more...
2026 Commonwealth Games Programme Announced
(2024-11-21 08:33:01)
Judo has been confirmed as one of the sports to be included in a greatly reduced program for the 2026 Commonwealth Games to be held in Glasgow. read more...
National Championship Olympic Pin Presentation
(2024-11-06 08:14:02)
While NZ's best judoka battled it out at the Nationals in Rotorua, we also had the privilege of honoring our two 2024 Olympians. read more...
2024 Joseph Samuel Award Applications
(2024-11-29 08:24:42)
Applications are now open for the 2024 Joseph Samuel Award award which will provide financial assistance to youth members endeavouring to advance their Judo development in ANY Judo associated field (eg Refereeing, Officiating, Coaching, Kata, competition). This award has been made possible by the generous donation from the family of Joseph Samuel and the members of the previously registered Te Atatu Judo Club. Jo was a long time coach at the Te Atatu Judo club, with a specific emphasis on developing youth through Judo. The award is for a sum of up to $1500. The bylaw regarding the award is attached, and contains the information read more...
NZL Referee At Junior Worlds
(2024-10-22 08:52:46)
Following on from his recent successful performance at the Paris 2024 Paralympics Judo New Zealand referee Craig Bartlett (HOW AK) is now at the Junior World Championships in Dushanbe. read more...