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USJJF ® 
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United States Ju-Jitsu Federation USJJF ® Membership Information -

The United States Ju-Jitsu Federation (USJJF) ® is the oldest & most proactive national "JJ" organization in the United States of America and has been serving the American Community of Jujutsu, Ju-Jitsu, Jiu-Jitsu, Para Jiu-Jitsu, and Taiho Jutsu since 1971. USJJF's National Programs include Traditional Jujutsu, Sport Ju-Jitsu, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Para Jiu-Jitsu. 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 member benefits and services.

Mission Statement
The Mission of the United States Ju-Jitsu Federation (USJJF) ® is to unify the American JJ Community with a foundation of mutual respect for all systems of Ju-Jitsu, as well as provide services and guidance to foster Technical Excellence, Fellowship and Human Character Development. As the USA National Governing Body for USA Ju-Jitsu 
® and USA Jiu-Jitsu ®, USJJF ® selects, prepares and sends the Official USA TEAMS to Continental, International & World Level Competitions.

Vision Statement
The United States Ju-Jitsu Federation (USJJF) ® 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 North American Jiu-Jitsu Union (NAJJU), the Panamerican Jiu-Jitsu Federation (PJJF), the World Jiu Jitsu (WJJ) and the Martial Arts International Federation (MAIF) and the Martial Arts Community.

Values Statement
The United States Ju-Jitsu Federation (USJJF) ® 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.


Benefits of Membership:
·         National and International Programs for Technical, Philosophical and Leadership Development in Ju-Jitsu.
·         A National and International Network of Jujutsu / Ju-Jitsuka / Jiu-Jitsuka
·         Highest Quality Ju-Jitsu Rank and Membership Certificates for the USJJF Members.
·         Written USA JU-JITSU ®  / USA JIU-JITSU ® / USA JU-JUTSU ® Training Curriculum & Dan Grade Requirements for all USJJF members.
·         A Proper & Non-Political Promotion System for all US Jujutsuka / Ju-Jitsuka / Jiu-Jitsuka.
·         Technical, Administrative & Communication Assistance for Students and Instructors in Ju-Jitsu.
·         High Quality Training Books and Videos in Ju-Jitsu.
·         Internationally Standardized Ju-Jitsu Competition Rules for the Ju-Jitsu "Kumite", "Self-Defense", “Kata”, “Kobudo” & Grappling Systems of Competition.
·         National & International Ju-Jitsu Referee Training and Certification.
·         A Professional Website for all
Jujutsuka / Ju-Jitsuka / Jiu-Jitsuka / Para Jiu-Jitsuka.
·         Ju-Jitsu Instructor / Examiner Certification.
·         Coaching Training and Certification.
·         A National Headquarters with "decentralized" Jujutsu / Ju-Jitsu / Jiu-Jitsu / Para Jiu-Jitsu Programs and Leadership.
·         The development of a National Institute for Jujutsu / Ju-Jitsu / Jiu-Jitsu for research and development, as
           well as State, Regional & National Training Centers for expert training in both Traditional & 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 Federations of the PJJF, WJJF-WJJKO                 and WORLD JIU JITSU, such as World Ju-Jitsu Federation-Ireland, German Ju-Jitsu Federation, the French             Judo & Ju-Jitsu Federation and the All Japan Ju-Jitsu Federation & other National Organizations.

USJJF Membership Fees:
·         Annual Adult Membership: $50.00 per year  (available On-Line Registration)

·         Annual Youth Membership (12 yrs & under): $40.00  (available On-Line Registration)

How long is my membership valid for..?
All annual memberships are valid through December 31 of the year in which they were purchased.
Memberships purchased after September 30th will be valid through the end of the following year.


·         Life Membership: $400.00 (available On-Line Registration)

·         Rank Homologation & Validation Fees (Note: See "Minimum Ages & Time in Grade Requirements for Dan Grades")

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

·         Black Belt - $150.00

.         1st Degree - $175.00 USD

·         2nd Degree - $200.00 USD

·         3rd Degree - $225.00 USD

·         4th Degree - $250.00 USD

·         5th Degree - $300.00 USD

·         6th Degree - $350.00 USD

·         7th Degree - $400.00 USD

·         8th Degree - $450.00 USD

·         9th Degree - $500.00 USD

·         10th Degree - $550.00 USD


Note: Life Members only pay a “flat” discounted fee of $150.00 for any Dan Grade Level.

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 $30.00 USD each (or $35.00 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 $35.00 USD   
Note: Minimum order of 10 Certificates.


·    United States Ju-Jitsu Associate Instructor / Examiner (1st - 3rd Dan)**:  $75.00

·    United States Ju-Jitsu Senior Instructor / Examiner (4th - 6th Dan)**:  $100.00

·    United States Ju-Jitsu Master Instructor / Examiner (7th - 10th Dan)**:  $125.00

·    United States Ju-Jitsu Grand Master Inst. / Examiner 9th - 10th Dan)**:  $150.00


·    Annual School Registration: $75.00 Annual (Optional: One Year = $75.00, Two Years = $120.00, Three Years = $160.00, Four Years = $195.00, Five Years = $250.00)

*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 ® or USA JIU-JITSU ® or USA JUJUTSU ® National Systems or a USJJF recognized and registered system to receive USJJF Instructor-Examiner Certification.

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. Note, 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 your photo (in coat and tie) 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 / school or system certificate or a letter from the sensei is required. When Rank Certification (Homologation) is requested, a copy of at least all dan / degree grade certificates is required.

5. Recommended individual must be a current USJJF Member.

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

And finally, Candidates for MAIF International Dan Grade Certification is available.  However, members must first hold dan / degree grade in the USJJF. 


On-Line Registrations –

I. Annual Membership -                                                                                                     
(USA - US Citizen & US Legal Residents) 
 or                                     
(International - Living Outside the USA) 

II. Life Membership -

(USA - US Citizen & US Legal Resident) 
 or                                     
(International - Living Outside the USA) 

III. "Annual" School Membership -  (Note: Does not include Individual Memberships)                                                                                     
(USA - US Citizens & US Legal Resident)  
or                     
(International - Living Outside the USA) 

IV. "12 Month" School Membership - “Packaged” School Memberships (including Individual Memberships, Rank Certifications & Merchandise) 

Click the below School "Package" for Details..!

“COPPER” School Membership

“BRONZE” School Membership

“SILVER” School Membership

“GOLD” School Membership

“PLATINUM” School Membership

- Examples of USJJF Certifications -

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EXAMPLE - LIFE MEMBERSHIP CERTIFICATE
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Example - Black Belt Membership Card
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Example - School Registration Certificate (11" X 17")
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EXAMPLE - SPECIAL TITLE CERTIFICATION
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EXAMPLE - INSTRUCTOR - EXAMINER CERTIFICATION
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