The German Judo Federation (Deutscher Judo-Bund) has unveiled a packed slate for the upcoming autumn calendar, featuring regional workshops, introductory tournaments, and international competitions across the country. Following the Kata World Championships held in late September in Sarajevo, competitive focus quickly shifts back to the domestic and European mats as athletes prepare for the next wave of events.
Kata Training and Preparation in Strausberg
The autumn schedule opens on November 21, 2026, with a regional seminar in Strausberg, Brandenburg. This session centers specifically on the Nage-no-kata and Katame-no-kata disciplines. Organizers designed the curriculum to assist judoka preparing for impending Dan examinations or upcoming tournament appearances. The event also welcomes practitioners looking to expand their technical baseline and explore new forms within the discipline.
Youth Development at the Jugend Kata Quest in Speyer
On November 22, 2026, young competitors converge in Speyer for the Jugend Kata Quest. Jointly organized by the Deutscher Judo-Bund and the Judo-Verband Pfalz, this workshop targets the U13, U15, and U18 age brackets. The program emphasizes foundational technique, collaborative teamwork, and early competitive engagement. Organizers confirmed that registration closes on November 8, 2026, with coaches encouraged to attend alongside their athletes.
European and National Competition Weekend in Maintal
Competitive intensity peaks late in the month as Maintal plays host to back-to-back marquee tournaments. The European elite gathers on November 28, 2026, for the annual EJU Kata Tournament. Coming just nine weeks after the global championships in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Maintal fixture provides a primary testing ground for athletes adjusting their routines for the new international season. Additional documentation and the official schedule remain accessible via the Deutscher Judo-Bund events portal.
Registration opens for domestic participants at the German Kata Open on November 29, 2026. Established by the national governing body in 2014, this tournament gives German pairs a direct pathway to high-level evaluation and performance tracking.
Beginner Integration at the Hanse-Kata Tournament in Bremen
The autumn calendar concludes on December 5, 2026, with the Hanse-Kata Tournament hosted by cooperating northern regional associations in Bremen. Aimed specifically at novices, the event offers a supportive competitive arena where newcomers can perform under formal judging protocols, collect direct feedback from certified panels, and connect with other regional enthusiasts.
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