Mission Statement
The Mission of the United States Ju-Jitsu Federation is to unify American Ju-Jitsuka with a foundation of mutual respect for all styles or systems of Ju-Jitsu and to provide services and guidance to foster Technical Excellence, Fellowship and Human Character Development.

Vision Statement
The United States Ju-Jitsu Federation is a world-class organization comprised of highly skilled and dedicated Ju-Jitsuka rich in tradition of excellence. We will provide our members unparalleled opportunities for personal growth, development and pride. We will always strive to exceed the expectations of our members, the Ju-Jitsu International Federation and the Martial Arts Community.

Values Statement
The United States Ju-Jitsu Federation is committed to effective communication and continuous improvement to foster technical excellence, an environment of trust and teamwork which promotes personal and organizational growth and achievement of clearly prioritized goals.

What does National Governing Body mean? Simply, in order for Ju-Jitsu is to receive recognition from the International Olympic Committee (IOC), then the IOC requires that International and National governing organizations be established to standardize rules and other requirements. The Ju-Jitsu International Federation (JJIF) is the recognized International organization (The World Governing Body for Ju-Jitsu), while the United States Ju-Jitsu Federation is the National organization (The National Governing Body for Ju-Jitsu) for the United Statesof America with the JJIF. The JJIF is a full member of the General Association of International Sports Federations (GAISF), the recognized International Federations of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The ancient art of Ju-Jitsu is also a World Games Sport and is a member of the Olympic Family of Sports through the IWGA and the GAISF. The JJIF conducts World Championships every two years and world level competition in the World Games every four years. For further information events and activities, visit the JJIF Website at http://www.jjif.org/. Additionally, in October of 2000, an agreement between the International Olympic Committee and the International World Games Association solidified the cooperation between these two organizations. Since then, the WORLD GAMES have been conducted under the Patronage and Support of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). You can read this historic agreement by clicking HERE.

International Credentials

As the Official Governing Body for the United States, the USJJF was issued credentials from the Ju-Jitsu International Federation and General Association of International Sports Federations. You may view images of letters of acceptance from the JJIF and GAISF by clicking the following links: JJIF Letter and GAISF Letter or the thumbnail images below.

JJIF Letter

GAISF Letter

The USJJF and the JJIF are more than Governing Bodies, they are in cooperation with many systems and styles of Ju-Jitsu with the primary focus of preserving the Art of Ju-Jitsu and encouraging mutual cooperation and respect. Traditional and non-competitors alike are welcome to unite under the USJJF banner to ensure that Ju-Jitsu remains strong and focused as an art of self-defense.

USJJF ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
	Board of Directors Executive Officers Executive Board
Administration Committees	Competition Section	Central Technical Committee
Tournament Administration	Referees	High Dan Board
Team Services Food & Housing Services Transportation Services	Coaches	Rank Certification Board Oversight Committee
Public/Media Relations	Medical Services	Style Board
Electronic Communications		Technical Progress
Publications		Coaches Education
Educational and Collegiate Development		Medical
		Historical Research

A Working Partnership

The special contributions of both the National Directors/Board Members and the Federation’s Members are essential ingredients to make a "Working Partnership" of the USJJF Leadership Team.

NATL. DIRS / BD. MEMBERS BRING	REGIONAL LEADERS & MEMBERS BRING
Special abilities, skills, & insights which are needed by the Federation.	Knowledge of traditions & ideals of various Ju-Jitsu styles and systems.
Legal foundation of USJJF, knowledge, continuity, & identification of needs & interests of people in the martial arts community and the general public.	Technical skill in Ju-Jitsu or related arts.
Awareness of potential financial support from the amatuer sports and/or corporate community based on interests and concerns.	Ability to discern interest and needs of Ju-Jitsuka & knowledge of resources which can increase the scope of services to meet the needs.
Credibility & confidence to the USJJF & its work in the martial arts community.	Awareness of current & future changes in Ju-Jitsu styles and systems, ability to make decisions which are responsive to these conditions.

A "Working Partnership" of the USJJF National Directors / Board Members and its Members will thrive on open & honest communications, a shared sense of responsibility, and a climate of mutual support.

Organizational Goals

The Programs of the United States Ju-Jitsu Federation (USJJF) are based on the following statement of purpose:

As stated by the Articles of Incorporation of the USJJF:

"THE MISSION OF THE UNITED STATES JU-JITSU FEDERATION IS TO UNIFY AMERICAN JU-JITSUKA WITH A FOUNDATION OF MUTUAL RESPECT FOR ALL STYLES OR SYSTEMS OF JU-JITSU AND TO PROVIDE SERVICES AND GUIDANCE TO FOSTER TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE, FELLOWSHIP AND HUMAN CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT."

Objectives developed to achieve this purpose, helping its members to:

Develop the various styles and systems of Ju-Jitsu into a unit working together for a common goal.

Develop self-confidence and self-respect and an appreciation of their worth as individuals.

Grow as responsible members within their respective Ju-Jitsu System(s) and be positive citizens within their communities.

Appreciate that health of mind and body is a sacred gift and that physical fitness and mental well-being are conditions to be achieved and maintained.

Recognize the worth of all persons, and work for interracial and inter-group understanding through Ju-Jitsu.

Develop a sense of world-mindedness, and work for world-wide understanding through Ju-Jitsu.

Develop their capacities for leadership and help them to use this responsibility in their own Ju-Jitsu System(s) and in community life.

Program Goals

IN GIVING EFFECT TO THE PURPOSE AND GOALS OF THE FEDERATION, THE USJJF CHOOSES TO, AND WILL:

Excellence in Ju-Jitsu	Demonstrate its commitment to the further technical development of Ju-Jitsu & service to its Members through its National Directors / Board Members, Volunteers, Staff, Programs and Activities.
International Understanding and Unity in Ju-Jitsu	Join with others locally, nationally, and around the world to recognize the unique qualities of all Ju-Jitsuka and provide the fairest (politics free) promotion system in American Ju-Jitsu.
Building Character & Interpersonal Relationships	Provide programs and activities that build a sense of personal self-worth, strengthen family and develop an appreciation of interpersonal relationships through the study & participation in Ju-Jitsu.
Physical and Mental Well Being	Provide motivation and opportunity for achievement of physical and mental well being through Ju-Jitsu Programs or recreation, skill training, self-defense, conditioning and competition activities.
Human Resources	Recruit and develop volunteer and paid personnel to assure growth and productivity in the achievement of USJJF's program goals.
Planning and Financial Resources	Institute and maintain a corporate planning and financial development process for the achievement of USJJF's program goals.

Core Programs

PROVIDING:

Technical, Philosophical and Leadership Development in Ju-Jitsu.
A National and International Network of Ju-Jitsuka.
National & International Ju-Jitsu Rank Certification for the USJJF Membership.
Written US Ju-Jitsu Rank Requirements available to all USJJF Members.
A "Fair" Promotion System for all US Ju-Jitsuka.
High Quality Training Materials (including Posters, Videos & Books) in Ju-Jitsu.
Internationally Standardized Competition Rules for both "Free Fighting" and Self-Defense Style" Competition.
National & International Referee Training and Certification.
The Finest Website for all Ju-Jitsuka.
Instructor / Examiner Certification.
Coaching Training and Certification.
The development of the USA National Ju-Jitsu Institute and National Ju-Jitsu Training Centers for expert training in both Traditional and Competitive Ju-Jitsu.

Local, Regional, National and International Competition Programs and Events for all members of USJJF.
International Exchange Programs and Services with other National Ju-Jitsu Federations of the JJIF.

Dividing the Work

Policies are principles, selected from available alternatives, which provide a course of action. They are stated broadly enough to encompass the full range of anticipated actions and narrowly enough to provide definite guidance. They are guides to the National Directors / Board Members who set specific rules and regulations to provide direction in the development of American Ju-Jitsu and the USJJF.

THE DISTINCTION BETWEEN THE FUNCTIONS OF THE NATIONAL DIRECTORS / BOARD MEMBERS AND THE REGIONAL LEADERS IS:

POLICY DETERMINATION – POLICY DETERMINATION – is the responsibility of the NATIONAL DIRECTORS / BOARD MEMBERS as defined in the Bylaws of the United States Ju-Jitsu Federation. This responsibility is derived from their legal status and their relationship to both the martial arts community and the general public. Their action establishes policy.

POLICY FORMULATION – is the task of "BOTH" the NATIONAL DIRECTORS / BOARD MEMBERS and the REGIONAL LEADERS. In this they cooperate, each bringing their special insights, experience, and skills to bear on the concerns or opportunities involved. is the task of "BOTH" the NATIONAL DIRECTORS / BOARD MEMBERS and the REGIONAL LEADERS. In this they cooperate, each bringing their special insights, experience, and skills to bear on the concerns or opportunities involved. POLICY FORMULATION – is the task of "BOTH" the NATIONAL DIRECTORS / BOARD MEMBERS and the REGIONAL LEADERS. In this they cooperate, each bringing their special insights, experience, and skills to bear on the concerns or opportunities involved.
POLICY EXECUTION – is the responsibility of the OFFICERS and the – is the responsibility of the OFFICERS and the – is the responsibility of the OFFICERS and the REGIONAL LEADERS in the USJJF Regional Ju-Jitsu Organizations. Once policies are established, it is the task of the Regional Ju-Jitsu Leaders to see that the policies are carried out. USJJF Members may participate in this, but the Regional Leaders are ultimately responsible to see that policies are placed into action, regardless of who engages in the tasks involved.

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