Jules Back, a 17-year-old judoka representing the Judo-club de Saverne, secured the gold medal in the -55 kg category at the 2024 Cadet European Judo Championships. The tournament, held in Sofia, Bulgaria, in late June, marked a significant milestone for the young athlete, establishing him as a top prospect in the European circuit. A Continental … Read more
Le Judo Olympique des 4 Vallées (JO4V) hosted a specialized training camp for members aged 6 to 14 from Monday, July 6, to Thursday, July 9, in Albertville, France. The four-day intensive program focused on technical development and discipline for youth judokas within the Savoie region. Youth Development Focus at JO4V Albertville The training camp, … Read more
Judo Club de Crolles Earns Silver Label After Strong Season By Daniel Richardson | June 21, 2024 | Crolles, France The Judo Club de Crolles has earned Silver Label status from the French Judo Federation following its annual general assembly on June 20, 2024, recognizing the club’s sustained performance and development efforts. The designation—one of … Read more
Roiffieux Judo Club Targets New Competitive Milestone with 10-Member Team Recruitment The Judo Club of Roiffieux, located in the Ardèche department of France, has officially launched an initiative to assemble a dedicated 10-member competitive squad for the upcoming season. This recruitment drive follows the club’s recent end-of-season festivities, which included public demonstrations and a formal … Read more
Ileane Domartin Claims Bronze at French Cadet Judo Championships Ileane Domartin, a 15-year-old judoka representing Union Judo Orange, secured a third-place finish at the recent French Cadet Judo Championships. Her performance on the national stage marks a significant milestone in her development within the French Judo Federation’s competitive structure, establishing her as a rising talent … Read more
Tain-Tournon Judo Club Celebrates Advancement of 49 Athletes Forty-nine judokas from the Judo Club of Tain-Tournon in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France were recently awarded new belts, marking a significant milestone in their technical progression and commitment to the sport. The ceremony served as a formal recognition of the students’ mastery of judo techniques, ranging … Read more
Villard-de-Lans Judo Club Marks Young Athletes’ Progression in Alpine Ceremony By Daniel Richardson | Archysport | Published June 12, 2024 Villard-de-Lans, France — Parents and grandparents filled the gymnasium at Le Judo Club in the French Alps on Wednesday for a traditional belt-promotion ceremony, celebrating the technical and personal growth of young judokas under the … Read more
Saint-Just-Chaleyssin Judo Club Hosts Annual Celebration at Complexe Sportif Bernard Saugey The judo club in Saint-Just-Chaleyssin will host its annual end-of-season celebration this Saturday, June 13, at the Salle Festive within the Complexe Sportif Bernard Saugey. The event serves as the primary gathering for the local martial arts community to conclude the training year, showcase … Read more
Judo Québec Celebrates Excellence: Drummondville Athletes Honored at Annual Gala Judo Québec recently held its annual gala to recognize the achievements of its top athletes, coaches, and officials, with a significant spotlight placed on the growing talent emerging from the Drummondville region. The event, which serves as the premier celebration for the provincial judo community, … Read more
France Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Split: What It Means for the Future of Martial Arts in France Paris, June 8, 2026 — The French martial arts landscape faces a seismic shift after France Judo and the Confédération Française de Jiu-Jitsu Brésilien (FFBJJ) formally dissolved their long-standing partnership, creating a power struggle that could reshape how … Read more