Judo is a martial art that emphasizes discipline, respect, and efficiency.

A judoka’s equipment reflects these values: simple, functional, and rigorous, it is designed to allow safe and fair practice.

🥋The Judogi – The Judoka’s Uniform

The judogi is the official uniform worn by judokas.

It consists of a jacket (uwagi), pants (zubon), and a belt (obi).

The judogi must be clean, in good condition, and must respect sizing standards, such as proper sleeve length and fit — especially in competition.

During competition, one judoka wears a white judogi and the other a blue judogi, making it easier to distinguish between them.

🥋The Belt – Obi

The belt indicates the judoka’s rank.

• Beginner and intermediate belts (kyu ranks):

White, yellow, orange, green, blue, and brown.

• Black belts (dan ranks):

They symbolize a high level of technical skill and advanced experience.

🥋Additional Equipment

• T-shirt (for girls only):

Worn under the jacket, must be white and without logos.

• Zori (sandals):

Worn to walk outside the tatami — never barefoot off the mats.

• Hair ties or headbands:
• Long hair must be tied back.

Hygiene: A critical part of a judoka’s equipment!

A judoka must:

• Keep nails short,
• Maintain a clean, undamaged judogi,
• Be clean themselves.

In both training and competition, this equipment promotes equality, safe practice, and reinforces good habits.

A judoka’s equipment is simple but symbolic.

It reflects the true spirit of judo: respect, cleanliness, equality, and efficiency.

A judoka is: careful, attentive, and respectful. 😀