2026 Arlington Fall Tournament

Saturday, November 14, 2026 Arlington, VA, United States

At a Glance

Divisions

Kids

Entry

$40

Description

USJF Sanction: Pending

Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026

Time: Check In 9:00-9:30

PREREGISTRATION ONLINE ONLY.

NO ONSITE REGISTRATION

Location: Dawson Terrace Community Center

2133 North Taft Street

Arlington, VA 22201

Tournament Director: Michael Landstreet

Chief Referee: Sharon Landstreet, Class A International Referee

Schedule:

9:00 AM to 9:30 - Check in for Juniors

9:30 AM to 10:00 AM - Discuss the IJF contest rules

10:00 AM - Start of Junior tournament matches

1:00 PM - Check in for Adults

Payment: $40.00 registration fee online

Eligibility: Open to current members of USJF, USJA and USA Judo.

Proof of current membership must be presented.

Contest Rules: Modified IJF Contest Rules will govern this tournament.

See the rules page for full details on rules for this tournament

No chokes allowed for those under age 13 or for Novices (white or yellow belt) over 13. No armbars are allowed in any Junior divisions. Violation will result in an automatic disqualification.

Mat size: 6mx6m with 3m safety.

Junior Divisions: Male and Female with Light, Medium, Heavy
Note: Based on the number of participants, the 5-6 age division MAY BE co-ed.

Age
5-6 (may be co-ed based on registration numbers)
7-8
9-10
11-12
13-14
15-16

Adult Newaza Only: Male and Female with Light, Medium and Heavy Divisions: Under Brown Belt and Brown & Black Belt for Men and Women

Local Referee Candidates: All Local referee candidates must alert the Chief Referee, Sharon Landstreet, of their intention to test for Local Referee beforehand before the day of the tournament. Those being examined must wear a referee uniform or a complete proper Judo uniform. Contact her at sbojudo@msn.com.

DO NOT MAIL ANYTHING TO THE DAWSON TERRACE COMMUNITY CENTER ADDRESS!

Phone: 571-216-8992 Email: mwljudo@msn.com or sbojudo@msn.com

Event Details

Schedule

Juniors check-in 9:00–9:30 AM; 9:30–10:00 AM discuss IJF contest rules; 10:00 AM start junior matches; Adults check-in 1:00 PM.

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Divisions

Junior Male$40
Junior Female$40
Adult Male$40
Adult Female$40

Organizer

Arlington Judo Club

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the 2026 Arlington Fall Tournament?

Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Dawson Terrace Community Center, 2133 North Taft Street, Arlington, VA 22201.

How do I register and what is the fee?

PREREGISTRATION ONLINE ONLY; NO ONSITE REGISTRATION, with a $40.00 registration fee online.

What are the check-in and start times?

Juniors check in 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM, with a discussion of IJF contest rules 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM and junior matches starting at 10:00 AM; adults check in at 1:00 PM.

Who is eligible to compete and what proof is required?

Open to current members of USJF, USJA and USA Judo, and proof of current membership must be presented.

What contest rules and technique restrictions apply?

Modified IJF Contest Rules govern the tournament; no chokes are allowed for those under age 13 or for Novices (white or yellow belt) over 13, and no armbars are allowed in any Junior divisions; violations result in automatic disqualification.

What divisions are offered for juniors and adults?

Junior divisions are Male and Female with Light, Medium, Heavy across ages 5-6 (may be co-ed), 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, and 15-16. Adult Newaza Only divisions are Male and Female with Light, Medium and Heavy, separated into Under Brown Belt and Brown & Black Belt for Men and Women.

What is the competition mat size?

Mat size is 6m x 6m with 3m safety.

How do local referee candidates arrange to be examined?

Local referee candidates must alert the Chief Referee, Sharon Landstreet, beforehand (before the day of the tournament) and must wear a referee uniform or a complete proper Judo uniform; contact sbojudo@msn.com.

Who can I contact for more information and what is the phone number?

Phone: 571-216-8992; Email: mwljudo@msn.com or sbojudo@msn.com.