Judo Medals

Engraved Judo Medals for Sale in the UK

Judo is known as "the gentle way", yet it demands strength, balance, timing and resilience. Every competitor on the mat has put in hours of randori, drilling and conditioning, and every throw that scores ippon is built on thousands of repetitions. A quality medal recognises that commitment, whether it marks a podium finish at a national championship or a young judoka's first win at a club tournament. At SportsTrophy.co.uk, we supply engraved judo medals to judo clubs, dojos, schools, leisure centres, coaches and tournament organisers across the UK. Choose your design, add your personalised engraving, and give every judoka an award they'll be proud to keep.

What Are Judo Medals?

Judo medals are awards presented to judoka to recognise placings, progress and achievement in competitions, club events, training camps and grading programmes. They are typically made from metal with a ribbon, and can be personalised with engraving to show the event name, weight category, age group, year or award category. Judo medals suit all ages and abilities, from young beginners and junior clubs to experienced competitors, veterans and para judo athletes.

Judo Medals for Every Competition and Category

Judo competitions are organised by age, weight and grade, so there are many categories to reward. Here are some of the most popular medals by type.

Tournament and Open Competition Medals
Judo medals traditionally recognise the top finishers in each category. Popular awards include: 1st (gold), 2nd (silver) and 3rd (bronze) place medals, Joint third place medals, as many events award two bronze medals, Fifth place and finalist medals, Open tournament and invitational event winners, Pool winners and group stage champions, Overall Tournament Champion, Fighting Spirit and Best Contest awards.

Weight Category Medals
Competitors are divided by weight, so medals are often engraved with the category. Popular awards include: Medals for each junior, cadet, senior and veteran weight division, Lightweight, Middleweight and Heavyweight champions, Open Weight Champion, Men's and Women's category winners, Mixed and Under-weight development category awards.

Age Group and Junior Judo Medals
Under-8, Under-10, Under-12, Under-14, Under-16, Under-18 and Under-21 champions, Mini Judo and Cub tournament medals, Junior Squad and Development Squad awards, First Competition Medal for new competitors, Participation medals for every young judoka and Rising Star and Best Newcomer.

Senior, Veterans and Masters Judo Medals
Senior Champion and Runner-Up, Veterans (Masters) category winners, Age band awards, for example 30+, 40+, 50+ and 60+, Returning Judoka and Over-35s social competition awards, Lifetime Achievement and Long Service awards.

Grade and Belt-Based Competition Medals
Novice and Beginner Competition winners, Grade category champions, such as coloured belt and black belt divisions, Kyu Grade tournament awards, Dan Grade competition awards, Grading achievement and promotion celebration medals, Belt Progress and Syllabus Completion awards.

Club Championship and Inter-Club Medals
Club Championship winners and finalists, Inter-Club Match and Team Event medals, Team Champion and Team Runner-Up, Regional League winners, Area County and Home Nations competition medals, Training Camp and Squad Weekend participation medals.

School and University Judo Medals
School Championship winners and finalists, Inter-School and Schools Cup medals, University and College Championship winners, BUCS-style and Inter-University team awards and Varsity Match medals.

Kata and Technical Judo Medals
Kata competitions judge the quality and accuracy of set forms rather than contests. Popular awards include: Kata competition winners by form, such as Nage-no-Kata and Katame-no-Kata, Best Technical Performance awards, Best Throwing Technique, Best Pair (Tori and Uke) awards, Technical Excellence and Demonstration awards.

Para Judo and Inclusive Judo Medals
Para Judo category winners and runners-up, Visually Impaired (VI) Judo category medals, Inclusive event participation awards, Disability judo and mixed ability event medals, Personal Achievement and Progress awards.

Team Judo and Special Event Medals
Mixed Team Event winners, Team Championship medals, Charity Judo Event and Sponsored Randori medals, Memorial Tournament medals, which can be engraved with a dedication, Festival and Open Day participation medals.

Medal Award Ideas for Judo Clubs and Presentation Evenings

A thoughtful awards programme keeps every member motivated. Consider these categories: Placing awards: 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each weight and age category, Judoka of the Year, Junior Judoka of the Year, Most Improved Judoka, Best Newcomer or Rising Star, Best Technique, Best Contest or Fighting Spirit, Best Kata Performance, Most Ippons or Best Throw, Competitor of the Year, Dedication and Commitment Award, Sportsmanship and Respect Award: judo's values of respect and courtesy are a natural fit, Best Team Spirit, Coach of the Year, Club Volunteer or Parent Helper of the Year, Grading Achievement Award, Long Service Award and participation medals for every judoka in a club or open event.

Personalised and Engraved Judo Medals

A personalised medal means more than a generic one. With our engraving service, you can add: The competition, event or championship name, Judoka's or team's name, Weight category (for example, "-60kg" or "Heavyweight"), Age group or grade, Placing or award category, The date or year, Your judo club, dojo or school name.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best medals for a judo tournament?
The best choice depends on your event and budget. Many organisers choose gold, silver and bronze medals for each weight and age category, with extra bronze medals where joint third places are awarded, and lower-cost participation medals for other entrants. Engraving the event name and year makes each medal a lasting keepsake.

Can I buy engraved judo medals in the UK?
Yes. SportsTrophy.co.uk supplies personalised, engraved judo medals to customers throughout the UK, including judo clubs, dojos, schools, leisure centres and tournament organisers.

What can be engraved on a judo medal?
Typically you can engrave the event name, judoka's name, weight category, age group or grade, placing or award, date and club name.

How many medals do I need for a judo tournament?
Judo events usually award medals in each weight and age category, with one gold, one silver and often two bronze medals per category. Multiply this by the number of categories, then add a few spares for ties and late changes. If your event uses a different structure, adjust the numbers to match.

Do you offer medals for kata and other judo events?
Yes. Our range suits contest-based tournaments, kata competitions, team events, grading celebrations and club awards.

What awards can be given at a judo club presentation evening?
Common awards include Judoka of the Year, Most Improved Judoka, Best Newcomer, Best Technique, Fighting Spirit, Sportsmanship, Coach of the Year, Volunteer of the Year and participation medals.

Are medals suitable for other martial arts too?
Yes. Many customers also order medals for karate, taekwondo, jiu-jitsu and other martial arts clubs.

Can I order judo medals in bulk?
Yes, bulk orders are welcome for tournaments, junior competitions, training camps and annual awards evenings. [Add minimum quantities and any discounts.]

How long does engraving and delivery take?
We can gather and engrave medals in 3-5 working days with dleivery in 1 or 2 days to mainland UK.

Are judo medals suitable for children?
Absolutely. Judo medals are popular for mini judo, junior sections and school clubs, as well as end-of-term and club awards with options for quick release ribbons.

Ready to Reward Your Judoka?

They can be paired with our full colour range of medal ribbons for team photos and medal cases for individual awards. Celebrate every throw, hold and hard-fought contest with engraved medals your judoka will treasure. Order personalised judo medals from SportsTrophy.co.uk today.