JU-JITSUFrom the first bow to the final point. Discover the sport, the people and the moments that bring Europe together.
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Every competition adds to the story. Explore the official JJEU standings and follow athletes across Europe.
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2028 / 2029
Bring European Ju-Jitsu to your country. Contact the JJEU General Secretariat to discuss hosting and request the relevant bidding information.
Enquire about hostingThe JJEU announcement invites expressions of interest for European Championships, European Youth Championships, European No-Gi Championships, European Contact Ju-Jitsu Championships and European Cups.
Formal applications are announced to open at the end of 2026. Confirm current requirements and deadlines with General Secretary Rick Frowyn at office@jjeu.eu.
Read the JJEU announcement (opens in a new tab)Interested in 2029? Contact the Secretariat for availability, the application timetable and bidding documents.
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Daniel Tremel / JJEU · Audience retouchedTHREE PHASES. ONE CONTEST.
Combine controlled strikes and kicks, throws and takedowns, and groundwork. Adapt as the contest moves from distance to close contact.
Find the relevant rulesTECHNIQUE FROM THE GROUND UP.
Build positional control and work towards a submission. Gi and No-Gi formats offer different ways to express the same technical depth.
Find the relevant rulesTWO ATHLETES. ONE RESPONSE.
A paired self-defence discipline built around prescribed attacks. Timing, precision and coordination turn individual techniques into a shared performance.
Find the relevant rulesSELF-DEFENCE. REIMAGINED.
Bring creativity, dynamics and presentation to a choreographed self-defence performance. An expressive stage for technical skill and teamwork.
Find the relevant rulesCONTINUOUS ACTION.
A continuous full-contact contest combining striking, clinch work, takedowns and groundwork under discipline-specific rules and protective requirements.
Find the relevant rulesABILITY TAKES THE LEAD.
Adapted competition creates opportunities for athletes with disabilities. Classification and the relevant format shape a fair, meaningful contest.
Find the relevant rulesA SHARED PLACE ON THE MAT.
Athletes with disabilities demonstrate self-defence together, including mixed-ability partnerships. Cooperation and accessible participation sit at its heart.
Find the relevant rulesOne Europe. Stronger together.
Geographic outlines · Natural Earth
From three founding countries to a shared European sporting community. Explore the milestones behind the union.
Germany, Italy and Sweden establish the European Ju-Jitsu Federation (EJJF), the organisation that becomes today’s JJEU.
The International Ju-Jitsu Federation (IJJF) is founded. The European organisation continues as the continental European Ju-Jitsu Union (EJJU).
The international federation introduces the Fighting System, adding a defining competitive format to the sport’s development.
Bologna, Italy hosts the first JJIF World Championships. Ju-Jitsu’s international competition pathway continues to grow.
The sport enters The World Games programme, opening another major international stage for its athletes.
The JJEU’s 2017 activity report records the General Assembly’s change from IJJF to JJIF and from EJJU to JJEU in 1998.
JJIF introduces Jiu-Jitsu / Ne-Waza, extending the competitive programme with its ground-fighting discipline.
In its 40th anniversary year, the JJEU General Assembly in Banja Luka approves the Mission, Values and Vision 2017–2024 resolution.
Fifty years after the founding of the EJJF: a moment to honour the people who built European Ju-Jitsu and look towards its future.
Daniel Tremel / JJEU · Audience retouchedThe latest JJEU announcement sets out Fighting and Jiu-Jitsu in Halle, 22–25 October 2026, for U16, U18, U21 and adults.
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Daniel Tremel / JJEU · Audience retouchedCombat Camp Sweden brings international coaches and athletes to Hörby on 8–10 January 2027. Registration is available through Sportdata.
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Daniel Tremel / JJEU · Audience retouchedJJEU is recruiting volunteers for social media, photography, video and event coverage. Bring your perspective to the European community.
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SpotifyListen to the latest episode and explore the full JJEU Podcast channel on Spotify.
Explore the podcast on Spotify (opens in a new tab)JJEU PODCAST LISTEN · FOLLOW · STAY CONNECTED
JOIN THE JJEU MEDIA TEAMHelp bring European Ju-Jitsu to life at events across Europe. Choose your field, introduce yourself and share a portfolio if you have one.
A direct channel between competitors and JJEU leadership. Share experiences, ideas and feedback across disciplines.
Johannes Horak (Duo) & Antonella Farne (Fighting)
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Daniel Tremel / JJEU · Audience retouchedTHE COMPETITION FRAMEWORKV1.2 · Effective 1 February 2026
Open the official PDF (opens in a new tab)V5.1 · 2026
Open rulebook · PDF (opens in a new tab)V4.3 · 2026
Open rulebook · PDF (opens in a new tab)V4.4 · 2026
Open rulebook · PDF (opens in a new tab)Self Defence V1.04 · Para handbook 2023
Rules and classification resources (opens in a new tab)The 2010 and 2014 references on the old JJEU rules page are historical material. Use the official collection above to prepare for competition.
Legacy JJEU rules page (opens in a new tab)Official JJEU brand assets for national federations, event organisers and media partners. Follow the brand guidelines when using the logos.
Official guidelines for logos, colours, typography and visual communication.
Download JJEU Brand Guidelines 2026 (PDF)Scalable artwork for print, signage and professional design.
Download JJEU Logo · Vector (SVG)High-resolution logo for digital use. 1563 × 1563 pixels.
Download JJEU Logo · PNG (PNG)Official anniversary artwork celebrating 1977–2027.
Download 50 Years JJEU · Anniversary Logo (JPEG)Scalable monochrome artwork for light backgrounds.
Download JJEU Logo · All Black · SVG (SVG)High-resolution monochrome logo. 6252 × 6252 pixels for light backgrounds.
Download JJEU Logo · All Black · PNG (PNG)Scalable monochrome artwork for dark backgrounds.
Download JJEU Logo · All White · SVG (SVG)High-resolution monochrome logo. 6252 × 6252 pixels for dark backgrounds.
Download JJEU Logo · All White · PNG (PNG)Develop the judgement behind every fair contest.
The JJEU referee pathway brings together federation nominations, seminars, assessment and practical experience. Start with your national federation and the rules for your discipline.
ConnectDiscuss nomination and eligibility with your national federation.
PrepareUse the rulebooks and JJEU Moodle for your learning.
DevelopConfirm seminar, assessment and event requirements with the referee team.
JJEU MOODLE · ONLINE LEARNINGExplore referee education, safeguarding and anti-doping on the JJEU learning platform.
Open JJEU Moodle (opens in a new tab)Course availability and access are managed on Moodle.The legacy referee page describes Continental B, Continental A, World B and World A, with progression through seminars, examinations and international event reports. It also describes national federation support and referee committee recommendations.
These categories and the old age, grade and event-count thresholds have not been revalidated as current licensing requirements. Confirm the applicable pathway with the General Referee Director before applying.
Read the legacy referee framework (opens in a new tab)Dignity. Integrity. A place for everyone.
Recognise harassment and abuse, respect personal boundaries and know where to raise a concern.
JJIF safeguarding policy · 2025 (opens in a new tab)
Respect opponents and officials. Celebrate conduct that strengthens the sport, on and beyond the tatami.
Discover the JJEU Fair Play Trophy (opens in a new tab)
Know your responsibilities, find the current Prohibited List, and use the education and reporting routes featured in the JJEU App.
JJIF anti-doping resources (opens in a new tab)Contact Tonie E. Dahl, Commission Manager for Safeguarding, or Anna Kricsanowits, Safeguarding Officer, through the dedicated JJEU address. If someone is in immediate danger, contact local emergency services.
The app’s practical guide covers boundaries, power imbalances, travel and digital settings, warning signs, disclosures and reporting. Listen calmly, record facts and involve the safeguarding lead.
Read the JJEU safeguarding guide (opens in a new tab)Safeguarding education on Moodle (opens in a new tab)BESST 2.0 · European safe sport project (opens in a new tab)
Clear principles. Accountable leadership. Explore the documents that guide European Ju-Jitsu and its international federation.
Meeting minutes & transparencyJu-Jitsu European Union
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