Description
There is NO REGISTRATION ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT!
Date
Saturday, February 28, 2026
Venue
TBD
Tournament Hotel
Fairfield Inn & Suites Atlanta Airport North, 1255 Walker AvenueEast Point, GA 30344 - link TBD
Cost
$55 first division, $20 for additional divisions (through 1/31)
$65 first division, $25 for additional divisions (after 1/31)
Schedule
Saturday, February 28
8:30am-10am Check in/Weigh in for ALL athletes.
11am Opening Ceremony/Competition starts
Sunday, March 1
9:00am FREE Training Camp @ Warren Boys and Girls Club (790 Berne Street)
Note: Tournament Director reserves the right to combine divisions as necessary.
Chief Referee
Sensei Gary Berliner; Sensei Dana Rucker, Sensei Mike Takata
Rules
Modified IJF rules will govern the judo tournament. IJF interpretation of transition between ne-waza and tachi-waza will be implemented. Penalties shall be used to discourage negative judo and promote positive judo.
A white uniform, white belt, and blue belt are required by all judoka. Uniforms should cover the wrist and ankles. No t-shirts should be worn under the uniform except for females who should have a white t-shirt. Mouthguards are optional. Limited number of white and blue belts will be available at the mat.
Eligibility
All organizations are invited to participate (USA Judo, ATJA, USJA, USJF).
