Upcoming Events

2025 Northern Regional Seminar

The American Jujitsu Association is pleased to announce the date for the upcoming Northern Regional Seminar which will be hosted by Nintai Dojo on June 21st. Stay tuned for updates.


Nintai Dojo
815 Turkey Point Rd.
North East, Maryland 21901

Prices:
$50 for AJA members, $65 for non-AJA members, $40 for youth 17 and under

Time: 8:30am – 6pm

We are looking forward to seeing everyone in June!

Contact: vp@aja-email.org

Local EVENT NEAR YOU

Our sister dojo, Rising Sun Jujitsu Academy,  is hosting a local Seminar coming May 3rd!

When: May 3rd, 2025

9:00am – 5:30pm

Where: Expressions Performing Arts Center, LLC

300 Bailey Drive, Suite 108 

Stewartstown PA, 17363

Cost: $40 per person (payable by check or cash)

Contact: Sensei Debbie Burk 717-850-6922 or risingsunjujitsu@gmail.com

Rising Sun Seminar May 2025

2023 Northern Regional Shiai

The American Jujitsu Association (AJA) is a prestigious organization dedicated to promoting and advancing the art of Jujitsu across the United States. Renowned for its commitment to excellence and fostering a thriving Jujitsu community, the AJA organizes various events throughout the year to provide practitioners with opportunities for growth and competition.

One of the highly anticipated events on the AJA’s calendar is the Shiai tournament. In 2023, the association is proud to host the Shiai tournament, a thrilling showcase of skill, strategy, and sportsmanship. Drawing participants from different Jujitsu schools and academies nationwide, this tournament promises to be an exciting display of the art’s diverse techniques and techniques.

What is a Shiai?

As the name suggests, the word “Shiai ” itself translates to “match,” “game,” “fight,” or “competition” in Japanese. This tournament reflects the essence of Jujitsu as a competitive martial art, where practitioners pit their skills against one another in a controlled and respectful environment. The Shiai tournament serves as a platform for seasoned practitioners and emerging talents to test their abilities, challenge their limits, and celebrate the rich heritage of Jujitsu.

Competitors can expect a well-structured event, adhering to established rules and weight divisions, ensuring fair and engaging matchups. Judges and referees, recognized for their expertise in Jujitsu, will oversee the matches, ensuring the highest standards of safety and fairness throughout the tournament.

Beyond the thrill of competition, the Shiai tournament fosters a sense of camaraderie and community among participants. It brings together Jujitsu enthusiasts from various backgrounds, enabling them to forge new friendships, exchange knowledge and experiences, and grow together as practitioners.

With its focus on skill development, technique refinement, and the pursuit of excellence, the Shiai tournament is a pinnacle event in the Jujitsu community. Whether as a competitor, spectator, or supporter, this tournament offers an unforgettable experience, embodying the dedication, discipline, and passion that define the art of Jujitsu.

Past Shiai Tournaments

Videos of the Ju-Jitsu Waza competition at the Northern Regional Tournament on 6/10/23 have been posted on the AJA YouTube page. Special thanks to our Communication Director David Garcia (communications@aja-email.org) for videography and editing! There is also a playlist for all of the Northern Regional Shiai videos dating back to 2007 at the Daitobukan Dojo YouTube Channel