SHAI 1ER ET 2E DAN MASCULINS ET FEMININS: Judo Grading Event Set for April 26, 2026 in Aulnay-sous-Bois

The French Judo Federation’s regional committees have confirmed the SHAI 1ER ET 2E DAN MASCULINS ET FEMININS grading event will take place on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at the PSA Gymnase in Aulnay-sous-Bois, France. Multiple official sources from regional judo committees across France, including Hauts-de-France Judo, Comité Ain Judo, Grand-Est Judo and Jujitsu Aucamville, have published identical event details for this date and location.

According to the Hauts-de-France Judo agenda, the event is scheduled for April 26, 2026, as part of their April 2026 competition calendar. The Comité Ain Judo listing specifies the venue as Gymnase PSA, located at 25 Bd André Citroën, 93600 Aulnay-sous-Bois, with a pesée (weigh-in) for 1st Dan Juniors/Seniors Males scheduled from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM local time. The Grand-Est Judo and Jujitsu Aucamville listings corroborate the April 26, 2026 date and Aulnay-sous-Bois location.

The SHAI 1ER ET 2E DAN designation refers to judo grading examinations for candidates seeking their first or second degree black belt (Shodan and Nidan) in both male and female categories. These events are organized by regional judo committees under the French Judo Federation to assess technical proficiency, knowledge of judo principles, and practical skills required for advancement to these ranks.

For grading events of this nature, candidates typically undergo evaluation in both technical demonstrations (nage-waza, katame-waza) and theoretical knowledge of judo etiquette, terminology, and history. The pesée mentioned in the Comité Ain Judo listing indicates a weigh-in procedure, which is standard for dan grading events to ensure competitors are in the appropriate weight category for their demonstrations, though specific weight categories for dan grades are not typically restrictive as they are in competitive judo.

The PSA Gymnase in Aulnay-sous-Bois is a recognized sports facility in the northeastern suburbs of Paris, commonly used for regional sporting events and competitions. Aulnay-sous-Bois is located in the Seine-Saint-Denis department, approximately 15 kilometers northeast of central Paris, making it accessible for participants from across the Île-de-France region and beyond.

While the specific organizing committee for this event is not explicitly stated in the verified sources, the consistency of information across multiple regional judo committee websites (Hauts-de-France, Ain, Grand-Est, and Aucamville) indicates coordinated planning under the French Judo Federation’s regional structure. These committees regularly collaborate on dan grading events to ensure standardized assessment criteria nationwide.

Participants in SHAI 1ER ET 2E DAN events typically include judoka from various clubs within the region who have met the prerequisites for attempting their first or second dan, which usually include minimum age requirements, time-in-grade, and demonstrated proficiency in required techniques. The event provides an opportunity for candidates to advance in their judo journey under official supervision.

As with all official judo grading events under the French Judo Federation, the SHAI 1ER ET 2E DAN examination adheres to the federation’s technical and grading regulations, which are aligned with the standards set by the International Judo Federation (IJF). Successful candidates will receive official recognition of their dan rank, which is valid nationally and internationally within the judo community.

The event represents an important milestone for judoka pursuing advanced ranks, as achieving 1st or 2nd dan signifies a transition from foundational learning to more advanced study and application of judo principles. For many practitioners, these grades represent years of dedicated training and commitment to the martial art.

Looking ahead, the French Judo Federation’s regional calendar shows continued activity in the weeks following April 26, 2026, with events such as the Championnat HDF Individuel Seniors 2ème Division and Coupe Régionale Kyu also scheduled for the same day at various venues, indicating a busy weekend for judo activities in the region.

For the most current and official information regarding the SHAI 1ER ET 2E DAN MASCULINS ET FEMININS event, including any updates to the schedule, venue details, or registration procedures, participants and interested parties are advised to consult the official websites of the regional judo committees or the French Judo Federation directly.

As the judo community prepares for this grading event, it underscores the ongoing commitment to maintaining high standards in martial arts development and providing structured pathways for advancement within the sport. The SHAI 1ER ET 2E DAN examination serves as both an assessment of current skill and an encouragement for continued growth in judo practice.