Description
Earlybird Entries close at 11 pm on SUNDAY before the tournament.
NO FURTHER ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED after WEDNESDAY
$25.00 discount for additional entries
Volunteers:
This event relies on the incredible support of volunteers. Whether you're a seasoned judo pro or just want to lend a hand and be part of the experience, there's a role for everyone.
Even if you can only spare a few hours, your time and energy will make a big difference!
Volunteer signup - just follow the instructions on the page.
Weigh-In Times
***Note earlier Veterans weigh-in for Ne-Waza)***
8:30am - 8:45am: U9s, U11s (Competition begins at 9am)
8:45am - 9:15am: U13s, U15s
9:45 am - 10:15am: Veterans
10:45am - 11:15am: Cadets, Kyu Grades
11:00am - 11:30am: Juniors
12:00am - 12:30pm: Seniors
Present your Judo Victoria, JA State, or IJF membership card at the weigh-in.
- If you do not make weight, you and your coach (or parent, for junior players) must report to the tournament coordinator and ensure that movement into other divisions is agreed.
- Failure to show up on time for weigh in, will result in your name being removed from the draw.
- If you are running late to the weigh-in, or can no longer attend the tournament, please contact Hunter on 0418 368 722.
DIVISIONS
VETERAN NE-WAZA division! See the EJU rules here
U66kg, U81kg, U100kg, 100+kg
Judo Australia has introduced new U11, U13, and U15 age groups for boys and girls. (These groups span what were previously Junior Boys and Girls (U12) and Senior Boys and Girls (U15).) More information about these new age divisions can be found here:
https://www.ausjudo.com.au/single-post/new-age-divisions-the-faq
TOURNAMENT RULES
This tournament will be conducted under the revised IJF 2025 rules.
- All entrants must be financially affiliated with Judo Victoria, Judo Australia, or the relevant International Judo Federation body.
- All participants must have a White judogi and Participants aged 15 and over wearing a green belt or higher must also have a Blue judogi.
- The minimum tournament age is 6 years.
- Ages are defined as the age on December 31 of the calendar year of the tournament.
- Refunds will be given in accordance with Judo Victoria policies.
- Draws will be created in accordance with the Judo Victoria Sporting Code.
SCHEDULE
8.30am - Referees meeting
9.00am - Tournament will commence in the following order:
- U9 Boys and Girls (born in 2017 and later) (divisions may be combine, boys and girls)
- U11 Boys and Girls (born in 2015 and 2016)
Medal presentations (U9s and U11s)
- Kata (competition will proceed in parallel with shiai on adjoining mats.)
Medal presentations (Kata)
- U13 Boys and Girls (born in 2013 and 2014)
- U15 Boys and Girls (born in 2011 and 2012)
Medal presentations (U13s and U15s)
- VETERAN NE-WAZA
- Veteran Men and Women (30 years and over) (may be further divided by age)
- Cadet Men and Women (over 15 years and under 18 years)
- Junior Men and Women (over 15 years and under 21 years)
- Kyu grade Men and Women (senior white, yellow, and orange belts only)
- Senior Men and Women (15 years and over)
2.30pm (Approximately) - Pack up mats
Medal presentations (Cadets, Juniors, Seniors and Veterans)
HOW TO REGISTER FOR KATA
Two registrations are required per pair for each kata entered.
When you enter, in the Add note section, nominate yourself as UKE or TORI and also your kata partner's name. Your partner must also enter the same kata, nominating themselves for the opposite role.
You may only enter the same kata twice, IF in the opposite role AND with a different partner.
Competitors must wear white judogi. The kata will be run in parallel to shiai.
