Promotion of the sport

The FPJF is committed to promoting the sport of judo in French Polynesia. One way the organization does this is by working with local schools to incorporate judo into the physical education curriculum. This provides children and young people with the opportunity to learn about the sport and to develop their physical fitness and coordination. Additionally, the FPJF collaborates with local sports clubs and organizations to promote the sport and to encourage more young people to participate.

Judo in Schools

Judo is a part of the physical education curriculum in French Polynesia, and the FPJF works closely with schools to ensure that students receive high-quality instruction in the sport. The organization provides training and resources for physical education teachers, and also arranges for guest instructors to visit schools and lead workshops and clinics. This not only helps to increase the number of young people who are interested in participating in the sport, but it also provides a positive impact on the physical and mental well-being of the students.

Judo Clubs and Organizations

Judo is also offered as a club sport at various sports clubs and organizations in French Polynesia. These clubs and organizations provide a place for people of all ages and skill levels to practice and compete in judo. The FPJF works with these clubs and organizations to provide support and resources for the development of the sport in the territory. This includes providing funding for training and competition expenses, as well as arranging for coaching and mentoring from experienced judo athletes and coaches.

Elite Athletes

The FPJF also works with the French Judo Federation to provide training and support for elite judo athletes from French Polynesia who compete at the national and international level. This includes providing funding for training and competition expenses, as well as arranging for coaching and mentoring from experienced judo athletes and coaches. The organization also works to identify and nurture talent among young judo athletes, with the goal of developing the next generation of elite judo athletes from French Polynesia.

Competitions and Tournaments

The FPJF organizes and hosts a variety of competitions and tournaments for judo practitioners in French Polynesia. These include local and regional competitions, as well as national and international tournaments. These competitions provide opportunities for judo practitioners of all ages and skill levels to test their skills and to gain experience competing against other judo athletes. The organization also works with other Pacific judo federations to organize regional competitions and tournaments, which help to promote the sport in the region and to foster friendly relations between the different judo communities.

Development of the sport

Judo has become a popular sport in French Polynesia, with many young people participating in the sport. The French Polynesia Judo Federation is working to promote the sport and to develop the next generation of judo athletes. The organization has implemented programs and initiatives to improve the level of judo in French Polynesia, such as providing training and resources for coaches and athletes, organizing workshops and clinics, and encouraging participation in competitions and tournaments.

In recent years, French Polynesia’s judokas have been making waves in the Pacific region and some have even represented French Polynesia at the Olympic Games. This is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the athletes, as well as the support and resources provided by the FPJF.

The FPJF also works to promote the values of judo, such as respect, discipline, and self-confidence, to the wider community in French Polynesia. The organization collaborates with local organizations and government agencies to provide judo training and instruction for disadvantaged youth and people with disabilities. This not only helps to promote the sport but also has a positive impact on the social and personal development of the participants.

In conclusion, French Polynesia has a strong tradition in Judo and the French Polynesia Judo Federation plays a vital role in developing and promoting the sport in the territory. The organization works to ensure that judo is accessible to people of all ages and skill levels, and that the sport is taught in a way that emphasizes the values of respect, discipline, and self-confidence. With the continued support of the FPJF, the sport of judo is sure to continue growing in popularity and success in French Polynesia.