United States Ju-Jitsu Federation

Human Kinetics is pleased to partner with the United States Ju-Jitsu Federation (USJJF) and to offer the following courses as part of the educational requirements for becoming a USJJF Certified Coach. View the USJJF National Coach Program for more information on the coaching certification requirements.

Our History –

United States Ju-Jitsu Federation (USJJF) ® was established in 1971.  Over the past 50 plus years, USJJF has provided multiple national training and certification programs for traditional focused ju-jitsuka as well as competition training & events at the state, regional, national, and international level for sport focused athletes of Ju-Jitsu / Jiu-Jitsu / Jujutsu / Para Jiu-Jitsu. 

Who Are We –

United States Ju-Jitsu Federation (USJJF) ® is the National Member & USA Governing Body for USA Ju-Jitsu ®, USA Jiu-Jitsu ®, & USA Para Jiu-Jitsu ®, North American Jiu-Jitsu Union (NAJJU), Panamerican Jiu-Jitsu Federation (PJJF), World Ju-Jitsu Association (WJJA) and the Martial Arts International Federation (MAIF). USJJF is an all-inclusive national organization for all styles or systems of the ancient “JJ” art.  USJJF is a 501 © (3) non-profit organization.

Our Mission –

The Mission of the United States Ju-Jitsu Federation (USJJF) ® is to unify American “JJ” participants with a foundation of mutual respect for all styles of systems of “JJ” and to provide services and guidance to foster technical excellence, fellowship, and human character development. As the USA National Governing Body for USA Ju-Jitsu ®, USA Jiu-Jitsu ®, & USA Para Jiu-Jitsu ®, the USJJF selects, prepares, and sends the Official USA Teams to continental, international and world level competitions.

Our Vision –

United States Ju-Jitsu Federation (USJJF) ® is a world-class organization comprised of highly skilled and dedicated Ju-Jitsuka / Jiu-Jitsuka / Jujutska / Para Jiu-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 Panamerican Jiu-Jitsu Federation (PJJF), the Martial Arts International Federation (MAIF) and the Martial Arts Community.

Our Values –

United States Ju-Jitsu Federation (USJJF) ® is committed to effective communication and continuous improvement to foster technical excellence, an environment of trust & teamwork which promotes personal & organizational growth and the achievement of clearly prioritized goals.

Contact Information

United States Ju-Jitsu Federation (USJJF)
Coaching Education Department
P.O. Box 17952
75 McCabe Drive
Reno, NV 89511-9998
Phone: 775-851-8875
E-mail: natlhq.usjjf@gmail.com or brucebethers@gmail.com
Web: www.usjjf.org