Doha First Judo Club

Classical Kodokan Judo/Jujitsu from age 4 to adults, taught in a structured and educational environment - from first steps to competition and black-belt preparation.
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Founded in 2018 •  Affiliated to QJF and FFJ  • QJF and IJF qualified coaches
  • 2026 competition results: 1st overall at the Qatar Sports Club Judo Mahrajan; 1st independent club and highest number of podium finishes at the Qatar Open Championship.
  • High-level technical expertise: Our coaching team includes instructors qualified by the QJF, IJF and FFJ, with ranks reaching sixth dan
  • International exposure: Through our QJF and FFJ affiliations, our athletes take part in training camps across Europe and Japan.
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About us

Who we are?

We are a community focused organization composed of a group of former judo practitioners and parents who wish to promote and make possible the practice of judo to the West Bay/North Doha community.

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Judo

What is Judo?

Judo is a traditional defensive Japanese martial art.  which does not incorporate any punch or kick and focuses on educational teachings as an integral part of the trainings.

Judo was created as a physical, mental and moral pedagogy in Japan by Jigorō Kanō in 1882.

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This is how we (Ju)DO it

Let us take you to what you or your child will benefit from our judo classes

Classical Teachings
Genuine Classic Judo

In line with the standards of the International Judo Federation.

Qualified Coaches
Qualified Coaches

All our coaches are certified and operate in coordination with Qatar Judo Federation

Multilevel Classes
multi-level classes

We provide classes and belt exams preparation for all age groups and technical levels.

Educational Oriented
Education focused

We focus on the educational dimension of Judo as the cornerstone of our trainings.

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2026 GERLEV SUMMER JUDO CAMP
July 31, 2026

A Blue Tigers delegation joined the 2026 Gerlev Summer Judo Camp in Denmark, training alongside members of the Danish national team and delegations from Norway, Germany and Hong Kong. The camp also featured world champion Luciano Corrêa as visiting coach, giving the Qatar-based judoka a valuable opportunity to spar with a wide variety of international athletes.

Blue Tigers Judo Club Celebrates its 2026 Belt Ceremony
June 20, 2026

Blue Tigers Judo Club proudly held its 2026 Belt Ceremony at the Sports Hall of Al Egla Compound in Lusail, bringing together students, families, and coaches to celebrate the progress achieved throughout the year. The Blue Tigers were honored by the presence of Ms. Maki Yamaguchi, Chargé d'Affaires ad interim of the Embassy of Japan in Qatar, who kindly distributed the new belts to the promoted judokas.

Bonaparte Judo Challenge 2026 A Great Day of Judo at Lycée Bonaparte
April 6, 2026

The Bonaparte Judo Challenge 2026 brought together young judokas aged 7 to 12 for a dynamic day of sport, learning and personal development at Lycée Bonaparte. The event offered children the opportunity to practise their skills, build confidence and experience the values of judo in a positive and encouraging atmosphere.

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