New York State Judo

01/09/2026

https://judorefereeconsortium.org/so/4ePjkvykg
This workshop is designed for officials, leaders, and coaches who want to move beyond refereeing, aimed at elevating the quality, consistency, and professionalism of judo competition. Participants will gain a clear practical understanding of what effective mat supervision and referee support look like in real time - not just in theory. The program focuses on how to lead on the mat: when to intervene, how to support referees under pressure, how to communicate decisively and respectfully, and how to ensure fairness while maintaining trust with coaches and athletes.
IJC Martial Arts

Sunday, Jan 25 2026 Queens, NYC

12/11/2025

NEW YORK FINISHES THE YEAR ON TOP!
The Empire State = The Judo State.

What a YEAR for New York Judo! From national dominance to international podiums, our athletes proved once again that New York is a powerhouse in American judo—and we’re only getting stronger.

🇺🇸 Nationally, New York continues to be one of the most competitive and successful states in the entire country, with multiple athletes ranked Top 3 in the United States across youth, cadet, and junior divisions. Generation after generation, our clubs are producing champions.

Internationally, New Yorkers made serious noise on the world stage:

🥇 Alex Semenenko – 1st Place, Pan American Open (Senior Division)
A massive win that puts New York firmly on the international senior map.

Across the younger divisions, New York lit up the Infantile & Junior Pan American Championships with medal after medal:

🥇 Aleksei Kondratev – U13 / 31kg – 1st Place
🥈 David Michaelov – U13 / 28kg – 2nd Place
🥉 Maxim Bokun – U13 / 38kg – 3rd Place
🥉 Theodore Uruymagov – U15 / -64kg – 3rd Place

A huge shoutout to the clubs building this new wave of champions:
Generation Judo
Darfight Judo Club
…and all the incredible coaches, parents, teammates, and supporters across New York State.

This is New York Judo Rising.
This is Generation Next.
This is New York on TOP.

Let’s keep pushing. 2026 is going to be even bigger.
Darfight
Generation judo club

12/02/2025

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity with one of our very best Referees!!

Judo Referee Seminar - IJF and IBSA rules with Dr. Gary Berliner
Sat, Dec 13 | IJC Martial Arts
Join us for an in depth understanding and application of the IJF and IBSA rules with Dr. Gary Berliner

Time & Location
Dec 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST in
IJC Martial Arts, 28-20 120th St 2nd Floor, Flushing, NY 11354, USA
IJC Martial Arts

Join us for an in depth understanding and application of the IJF and IBSA rules with Dr. Gary Berliner

11/03/2025

2025 New York State Judo Championships — Official Results & Highlights

The New York State Judo Championships took place this past weekend at Sacred Heart High School in Yonkers, NY, bringing together clubs and athletes from across the region for a full day of competition, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

Thank you to every athlete, coach, referee, volunteer, and parent who made this tournament a success. The energy on and off the mats showed just how strong and united New York’s judo community has become.

Top 20 Team Results
1. Darfight Judo – 146 points
2. Sword Judo Sambo Club – 137 points
3. Generation Judo Club – 84 points
4. Total Form Fitness Judo & Wrestling Club – 81 points
5. Judo Sambo Center – 81 points
6. IJC Martial Arts – 58 points
7. Caucasus Judo – 44 points
8. Kokushi Budo Institute of New York – 42 points
9. Samir Judo – 41 points
10. New Britain Judo & Dynamic Arts – 39 points
11. Georgian Wrestle Club – 37 points
12. Spartak Sports Club – 35 points
13. Judo Sports Long Island – 33 points
14. Kano Martial Arts – 28 points
15. Invictus Training Center – 21 points
16. Smithtown Judo Academy – 17 points
17. Spartak Judo – 15 points
18. New York University Judo Club – 13 points
19. North Jersey Judo – 13 points
20. Team Combat USA – 12 points

Highlights
• Over 300 competitors participated across multiple divisions.
• Four mats ran simultaneously with smooth coordination through Smoothcomp.
• Sacred Heart High School proved an excellent host venue with a strong turnout of supporters.
• Team camaraderie and sportsmanship were evident from start to finish.

Thank You

A special thank-you goes out to all the referees, volunteers, and staff who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make the day run efficiently.
We also want to thank the coaches and parents who continue to build and support the next generation of judoka across New York State.

Stay Connected

Share your photos and videos from the event and tag and to be featured on our pages.
Your support helps showcase how much Judo in New York continues to grow year after year.

— New York State Judo Inc.
(Hosted at Sacred Heart High School, Yonkers, NY

10/29/2025

We celebrate the values of Judo, the art that unites us through respect, discipline, and community.

A huge congratulations to New York State Judo for marking its 3rd consecutive year of the New York State Judo Championships — hosted this year by Bronx Judo and Heights Judo!

Special recognition goes to Sensei Wisler, who has been the driving force behind this event for the past three years. His dedication, leadership, and passion have made each year more incredible than the last. 🙌

Thank you to Sensei Julio Rodriguez and all the dojos, coaches, athletes, referees, and volunteers who make this event possible and keep the spirit of Judo alive across New York.

Let’s continue to carry Jigoro Kano’s mission forward — building character, community, and excellence through Judo! 💪🥋

10/23/2025

World Judo Day is right around the corner! October 28 2025 we’re honored to celebrate on the mats at PYE Beacon Judo Club in Brooklyn, a true community gem committed to empowering youth, teaching discipline, confidence and respect. 

Judo isn’t just about throws—it’s about friendship, growth and the strength of spirit. Here’s to everyone stepping onto the mat today, embracing the challenge, the camaraderie, and the joy of movement. 🥳👊

Come join us, roll with us, and let’s make this World Judo Day one to remember!

10/17/2025

New York State Judo - higashi and Saro Balagezyan - working the IJF Tour Grand Prix Guadalajara 2025.

10/14/2025

2025 NEW YORK STATE JUDO CHAMPIONSHIPS — REGISTRATION IS OPEN! 🥋🔥

The biggest judo event in New York is BACK, and this year we’re leveling it up. Whether you’re a kid just starting out, a seasoned competitor, a coach, or a club looking to make a statement — this is the tournament you circle on the calendar.

✅ Date: November 2nd
✅ Location: Salesian High School New Rochelle NY.
✅ *Divisions for ALL ages & skill levels
✅ Round Robin & Double Elimination formats — MORE matches, LESS waiting
✅ Professional mats, certified referees, athlete-first schedule
✅ Team awards, custom medals, and nonstop action from start to finish

💥 2024 was packed. 2025 is going to be even better. Get your athletes locked in early so you’re not scrambling last minute. Coaches — now’s the time to start building those brackets and organizing travel.

👊 Whether you’re chasing medals, mat time, rankings, or just the experience — THIS is the event to be at.

🔗 https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/25983

Tag your teammates, coaches, parents, and training partners below. Let’s show everyone why New York is one of the toughest and most passionate judo communities in the country.



https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/25983

10/14/2025

JUDO RULES CLINIC – NOVEMBER 16TH @ IJC MARTIAL ARTS! 🥋
Hosted by Gary Berliner – IJF & IBSA Referee, International Instructor, and all-around rulebook assassin! 😎

Whether you’re a competitor, coach, ref, parent, or just tired of guessing what “waza-ari or ippon?!” means… this clinic is for you.

✅ Date: Saturday, November 16th
✅ Location: IJC Martial Arts
✅ Focus: IJF & IBSA Rules – What’s NEW, what’s CHANGED, and what people keep messing up 😅

Gary’s bringing real mat scenarios, video breakdowns, ref perspective, and clarification on stuff you see at tournaments every weekend:
• Golden Score strategy
• What actually counts as score vs no score
• Leg grabs – what’s legal, what’s shido-city
• Transitioning into groundwork the RIGHT way
• IBSA (Visually Impaired Judo) rules & grips
• How refs really judge border calls, stalling & penalties
• Coach behavior rules—yes, we know 😆
• The 2024–2025 IJF updates everyone needs to know

This is perfect for:
✔ Coaches
✔ Athletes (ALL AGES)
✔ Referees
✔ Parents who want to understand WTF just happened in their kid’s match

🎯 Expect to laugh, learn, question life, and leave way more confident on tournament day.

Registration link & time schedule dropping this week!
Comment if you’re coming or want group spots for your club 👇

Let’s level up our Judo IQ before State season and the new IJF cycle kicks in!
Gary Berliner Saro Balagezyan

09/19/2025

The Living Spirit of Jigoro Kano: How Sensei Wisler Jacques Embodies the Founder’s Vision:

https://boukannews.com/the-living-spirit-of-jigoro-kano-how-sensei-wisler-jacques-embodies-the-founders-vision/Wisler Jacquess

A Tribute to a Master Who Lives the Philosophy of “Mutual Welfare and Benefit’’.