The United States Ju-Jitsu Federation is the largest Ju-Jitsu & Traditional Kodokan Judo organization in the United States of America and has been serving the American Ju-Jitsu community since 1971. There are many benefits to joining the USJJF, and you will see each of those benefits listed here with much more to come. Read the information below to learn about our benefits, membership fees and to obtain membership forms.

Mission Statement
The Mission of the United States Ju-Jitsu Federation is to unify American Ju-Jitsuka & Judoka with a foundation of mutual respect for all systems of Ju-Jitsu and Traditional Kodokan Judo, as well as 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 & Judoka 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 (JJIF), the Martial Arts International Federation (MAIF), 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.

Online Registration

2009 Individual Annual Membership (Membership will expire on 31 December 2009)
Lifetime Membership
2009 Club Registration (Membership will expire on 31 December 2009)

Membership Forms

If you are interested in joining the United States Ju-Jitsu Federation, then you may download the necessary forms by clicking here.

Benefits of Membership

National and International Programs for Technical, Philosophical and Leadership Development in Ju-Jitsu and Traditional Kodokan Judo.
A National and International Network of Ju-Jitsuka and Judoka
"Highest Quality" Ju-Jitsu & Traditional Judo Rank and Membership Certificates for the USJJF Members.
Written US JU-JITSU and Traditional Kodokan Judo Training Curriculum & Dan Grade Requirements for all USJJF members.
Click here to view examples.
A Proper & Non-Political Promotion System for all US Ju-Jitsuka & Traditional Kodokan Judoka.
Technical, Administrative & Communication Assistance for Students and Instructors in Ju-Jitsu & Traditional Judoka.
High Quality Training Videos & Aids in Ju-Jitsu & Traditional Kodokan Judo.
Internationally Standardized Ju-Jitsu Competition Rules for both the JJIF "Fighting" and "Self-Defense" Systems of Competition.

(Note: These are the same "Rules" that are currently being used in the Pan American Games, The World Games, the JJIF World Championships and will be used for Olympic Ju-Jitsu!)

National & International Ju-Jitsu Referee Training and Certification.
The Finest Website for all Ju-Jitsuka & Traditional Judoka.
Ju-Jitsu & Judo Instructor / Examiner Certification.
Coaching Training and Certification.
A National Headquarters with "decentralized" Ju-Jitsu & Traditional Judo Programs and Leadership.
The development of a National Institute for Ju-Jitsu & Traditional Judo for research and development, as well as State, Regional & National Training Centers for expert training in both Traditional & Competitive Ju-Jitsu and Traditional Kodokan Judo.
Local, Regional, National and International Competition Programs and Events for all members of USJJF.
International Exchange Programs and Services with other National Federations of the JJIF, such as the German Ju-Jitsu Federation, the French Judo & Ju-Jitsu Federation and the All Japan Ju-Jitsu Federation & other National Organizations.

Membership Fees for Individuals
(Click here for fees for individuals from a Partner or Affiliate Organization)

Annual Adult Membership: $35.00 per year
Youth Annual Membership (12 yrs & under): $25.00
Life Membership: $400.00
Rank Homologation & Validation Fees (Note: See "Minimum Ages & Time in Grade Requirements for Dan Grades")

Black Belt :
Rank Certification, Validation and Promotion Fees for Black Belt Ranks

1st Degree - $150.00 USD

2nd Degree - $175.00 USD

3rd Degree - $200.00 USD

4th Degree - $225.00 USD

5th Degree - $250.00 USD

6th Degree - $275.00 USD

7th Degree - $300.00 USD

8th Degree - $325.00 USD

9th Degree - $350.00 USD

10th Degree - $375.00 USD

Below Black Belt:

USJJF now issues Kyu or Class Level ("below" Black Belt) Certificates to its Member Certified Instructor / Examiners!
The Fee for these blank certificates is $6.00 USD (or $7.00 USD for "Customized" certificates with Instructor's Name, Rank & Title included). The Fee for complete "Customized" certificates with all information included (Name, Rank, System & Date of Rank) is $10.00 USD
Note: Minimum order of 5 Certificates.

US Ju-Jitsu & Judo Associate Instructor / Examiner (1st - 3rd Dan)**: $50.00
US Ju-Jitsu & Judo Senior Instructor / Examiner (4th - 6th Dan)**: $75.00
US Ju-Jitsu & Judo Master Instructor / Examiner (7th - 10th Dan)**: $100.00
US Ju-Jitsu & Judo Grandmaster Instructor / Examiner 9th - 10th Dan)**: $100.00
Annual Club Registration: $35.00 Annual (Optional: One Year = $35.00, Two Years = $60.00, Three Years = $80.00, Four Years = $100.00, Five Years = $120.00)

*Dan level certification fees may be waived for new member instructors who register and certify the ranks of five black belts or twenty-five non-black belt students.
**Must hold current rank in the US Ju-Jitsu National System or USA Traditional Kodokan Judo to receive Instructor/Examiner certification.

Membership Fees for Individuals belonging to a Partner or Affiliate Martial Arts Organization:

Current LIFE MEMBERS of a Partner Martial Arts Organization:

Annual Membership: $25.00 per year
Rank Certification for Ranks under Black Belt: $20.00 flat fee
Rank Certification for Black Belt Ranks: $75.00 flat fee

Current LIFE MEMBERS of an Affiliate Martial Arts Organization:

Annual Membership (Adult Members): $30.00
Rank Certification for Black Belt Ranks:
- 1st - 3rd Degree - $100.00*
- 4th - 6th Degree - $150.00*
- 7th - 10th Degree - $200.00*
A copy, of your current annual or life membership card or certificate from a partner or affiliate organization is required to receive the USJJF member discount

If you are a Ju-Jitsu practitioner and would like to have your rank certified by the United States Ju-Jitsu Federation, please read the information contained here. However, these are the general guideline for rank promotions and certification/homologation:

All USJJF recommendations for promotions require (as a minimum) the following:

1. A completed (readable) membership / "Promotion Recommendation" Form

2. Completed training history of the recommended member.

3. The appropriate promotion fee AND a photo in coat and tie ONLY to be included on the certificate.

4. A copy of the dojo or system certificate, or a letter from the instructor, or at least, the signature of the instructor recommending the promotion on the back of the form.

Note: For 3rd Kyu & above (& all Dan Grades) ranks, a copy of the dojo or system certificate or a letter from the sensei is required. When Rank Certification (Homologation) is requested, a copy of at least all dan grade certificates is required.

5. Recommended individual must be a current USJJF Member.

For National US JU-JITSU or Traditional Kodokan Judo Dan Grade Validations or Promotions, the Sensei must to be a US JU-JITSU or Traditional Kodokan Judo Certified Instructor / Examiner of at least two grades above the recommended individual. Please review the Rank Certification / Validation Procedures at www.usjjf.org.

Please read the Membership / Promotion Form Closely...

And finally, Candidates for JJIF International Rank or MAIF International Rank must first hold rank in the US JU-JITSU National System or USA Traditional Kodokan Judo.

Online Registration

2009 Individual Annual Membership (Membership will expire on 31 December 2009)
Lifetime Membership
2009 Club Registration (Membership will expire on 31 December 2009)

Membership Forms

If you are interested in joining the United States Ju-Jitsu Federation, then you may download the necessary forms by clicking here.

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