WELCOME TO BUDO NORD CUP & LUGI JUDO CAMP 2026
BUDO NORD CUP 2026 is a premier judo competition celebrating the spirit, skill, and talent of judokas from near and far. The event takes place May 14–17, 2026 at Victoria Station, Lund, Sweden. Competitions will be held May 14–15, followed by LUGI JUDO CAMP on May 16–17.
COMPETITION DAYS
Thursday, 14th May Competition U18 and Seniors
Friday, 15th May Competition U15 and U21
Competition starts 09:00 each day
STAY UPDATED:
For the most current information, please visit our event website and follow our Telegram channel BUDO NORD CUP for real-time updates and news. https://t.me/LJE_Event_Channel
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
Normal Registration: 31 December – 4 May
Late Registration: May 5 – May 10 (late registration incurs double fees)
PREPARE FOR COMPETITION:
A minimum of 4 kyu (orange) is required for participation.
On the screens with the fight order, White is always on top of each fight
Rules & Conduct: Competitions will adhere to the rules and codes of the Swedish Judo Federation. The new rules of 2025 will be adapted.
COMPETITION ENTRY FEE
Standard Registration:
Single event: 400 SEK per athlete
Double event: 400 SEK per athlete
Late Registration:
Single event: 800 SEK per athlete
Double event: 800 SEK per athlete
DRAW
The draw will be presented on Smoothcomp after the last weigh-in time each day
LUGI JUDO CAMP DAYS
Saturday 16th May for all ages
Sunday 17th May for all ages
LUGI CAMP ENTRY FEE
All Categories: 990 SEK per participant
REGISTRATION
https://svenskjudo.smoothcomp.com/sv/event/26556
CATEGORIES
U15, U18, U21 and Senior
Belt grade requirement: Participants in all categories must hold a minimum grade of 4 kyu (orange)
Match Duration and Rules:
U15 Matches: 3-minute match time with no limit golden score.
U18, U21, and Senior Matches: 4-minute match time with no limit golden score.
Categories for Under 15:
Boys Under 15 (BU15): For boys under 15 years old up to the year they turn 14, with weight divisions as follows: -34kg, -38kg, -42kg, -46kg, -50kg, -55kg, -60kg, and +60kg.
Girls Under 15 (GU15): For girls under 15 years old up to the year they turn 14, with weight divisions as follows: -32kg, -36kg, -40kg, -44kg, -48kg, -52kg, -57kg, -63kg, and +63kg.
Special note and rules for U15:
Judokas who are in their final year U13 may enter the U15 category, based on a general exemption by Sweden Judo.
Shime waza (chokeholds) and Kansetsu waza (armbars) are not allowed in the U15 categories to ensure the safety and well-being of young judokas.
Categories for Under 18:
Boys Under 18 (BU18): For boys under 18 years old up to the year they turn 17, with weight divisions as follows: -46kg, -50kg, -55kg, -60kg, -66kg, -73kg, -81kg, -90kg, and +90kg.
Girls Under 18 (GU18): For girls under 18 years old up to the year they turn 17, with weight divisions as follows: -40kg, -44kg, -48kg, -52kg, -57kg, -63kg, -70kg, and +70kg.
Categories for U21:
Boys Under 21 (BU21): For boys under 18 years old up to the year they turn 17, with weight divisions as follows: -46kg, -50kg, -55kg, -60kg, -66kg, -73kg, -81kg, -90kg, and +90kg.
Girls Under 21 (GU21): For girls under 18 years old up to the year they turn 17, with weight divisions as follows: -40kg, -44kg, -48kg, -52kg, -57kg, -63kg, -70kg, and +70kg.
Categories for Seniors:
Senior Men: Open to men aged 17 years or older, with weight divisions as follows: -60kg, -66kg, -73kg, -81kg, -90kg, -100kg, and +100kg.
Senior Women: Open to women aged 17 years or older, Weight divisions: -48kg, -52kg, -57kg, -63kg, -70kg, -78kg, and +78kg.
WEIGH-IN
Weigh-in location
Venue: Victoria Stadion, at the competition arena.
WEIGH-IN FOR U18 & Seniors
Wednesday 13th May, for the competition Thursday 14th May
Non-official weigh-in: 15:00-17:00
Official weigh-in: 17:00-20:00
WEIGH-IN FOR U15 & U21
Thursday 14th May, for the competition Friday 15th May
Non-official weigh-in: 15:00-17:00
Official weigh-in: 17:00-20:00
DOUBLE ENTRY ONLY WEIGH-IN ON WEDNESDAY
No second weigh-in on Thursday for those who do double entries.
DOUBLE ENTRIES
U15, U18, U21 are allowed double entries.
Last year’s U13 may double without dispense to U15. Last year’s U15 may double to U18 without dispense. U18 and above require no dispense. First-year judokas, regardless of age category, can apply for a dispense through TB. Download the dispense and send it to TB for approval and confirmation.
Press the link for download: https://lugijudoevents.se/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Dispensansökan-tävlande.pdf
The dispensing application must be submitted two weeks before the competition.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
No weight tolerance.
U13 and U15 must do weigh-in with judogi trousers and t-shirts
In the cadet’s age category athletes are not allowed to remove their underwear (men – underpants, women – underpants, and bra); to compensate an additional 100 grams will be allowed i.e. for the category -44 kg the limit will be -44.1 kg.
Note: Failure to meet the correct weight will result in a change of weight class.
Double entry policy
Participants in specific age categories are allowed to enter more than one category under the following conditions:
U15, U18 and U21 can enter double categories.
Final year U13 judokas can enter U15 without special permission.
Final year U15 judokas can move up to U18 without special permission.
U18 to U21 judokas do not need special permission to double-enter.
U21 to Seniors do not need special permission to double-enter.
First-year judokas can apply for special permission (dispense) through TB: (Swedish Judokas).
JUDO-GI REGULATIONS
For U15 categories
Gi: Competitors must wear a white judo-gi.
Belts: Match belts will be provided in white and red only.
Competitors are to use these belts while competing.
Option: A blue judo-gi is permissible but not required for competitors in this age group.
Medal ceremony: Competitors must wear white judo-gi during the award ceremony.
For U18, U21 and Seniors categories
Gi requirement: white and blue judo-gis are compulsory for competitors.
Medal ceremony: Competitors must wear white judo-gi during the award ceremony.
General gi- and size requirements
Judo-gis must comply with IJF (International Judo Federation) size regulations.
Gi and belt don’t need to bear the “red label.
Back number: Not mandatory but strongly recommended.
Medal ceremony: Competitors must wear white judo-gi during the award ceremony.
COACH INFORMATION
To stay informed with the latest updates and news about the BUDO NORD CUP, we encourage you to download the Telegram app and join our event channel at: https://t.me/LJE_Event_Channel
Coach Registration:
To ensure seamless communication of any new developments regarding the competition, please sign up for the Coach Category. Registration is mandatory for Coach Accreditation.
Coach Meetings before competition start each day at Victoria Stadion
Details about coach meetings will be announced one day before the competition.
FOREIGN REFEREEING
International refereeing opportunities
We warmly welcome referees from abroad who hold an IJF-A/B license or at least a national B-license to participate in our event. Complimentary hotel accommodation will be provided for one night to all international referees joining us.
Referee Registration Deadline: Please submit your entries by Friday, April 29th, via email to agd@judo.se
Mandatory referee meeting: There will be a compulsory meeting for all referees, scheduled to take place one hour before the commencement of the competition.
Dress code for referees: it is required for all referees to dress formally, wearing a suit jacket, white shirt, and tie for the duration of the event.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
Official Hotel Hotel Ideon Lund
Single room: 910 SEK
Double room: 1010 SEK
3-bed room: 1310 SEK
4-bed room: 1510 SEK
ALTERNATIVE ACCOMMODATION
We offer you alternative accommodation approx. 10 minutes by car from the arena. You live together “dojo-style” with other clubs in a small city called Lomma.
Bring your air mattress, pillow, and your favorite teddy bear.
If you don’t have a car, there are buses to and from Lund.
You have Lidle just around the corner. The dojo has a small kitchen, gym, toilets and showers.
You must be 18 years old if you are going to live alone, otherwise a leader must live with you or your club.
Note that no children or young people are allowed to stay alone without an adult leader. Age checked upon arrival.
The price is SEK 225 per person, and you book your place through Smoothcomp. Limited places.
FOOD OPTIONS
Meals at Budo Nord Cup and LUGI Judo Camp
All meals will be served at Fäladsgården’s School.
All food options must be chosen and paid for in the entry form before 10 May 2026
Competition & Camp Food Package (8 meals, no breakfasts): 800 SEK
Includes:
Dinner (1) on Wednesday 13 May
Lunch (3) on Thursday 14, Friday 15, and Saturday 16 May
Dinner (3) on Thursday 14, Friday 15, and Saturday 16 May
Lunch (1) on Sunday 17 May
Single meal tickets: 120 SEK
All meals are pre-ordered at registration.
MERCH
Don’t miss out on our official merchandise.
Order on our registration site, and we’ll deliver your items during the competition or camp days.
- Hoodie: 495 SEK (pre-order only)
- Collage Shirt: 495 SEK (pre-order only)
- Rashguards: 495 SEK (pre-order only)
- Budo Nord Cup t-shirt: 195 SEK (pre-order only)
- LUGI Judo Camp t-shirt: 195 SEK (pre-order only)
Questions will be answered through: info@lugijudoevents.se
WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO SEE YOU ALL IN LUND AGAIN!