American Traditional Jujutsu Association
The Future of Traditional Jujutsu and other Martial Arts in the USAA USA Judo Class “A” Organization
Our Mission – Who We Are
Our mission is to provide the martial arts and sciences an organization rooted in tradition, innovative to find improvement and committed to preserving legacies through sharing of knowledge, and training of various combat sciences throughout world. In partnership with all like minded organizations, The American Traditional Jujutsu Association provides exceptional training, empowers to view beyond perceived limitations, and embodies the mind, spirit and body of Bushido.
Our Values – What We Believe In
We are committed to being a member-focused organization whose environment is characterized by Rectitude, Courage, Benevolence, Respect, Veracity, Honor, and Loyalty. We are open to all individuals who subscribe to our Values.
Our Vision – Where We Are Going
By living our mission and values, The American Traditional Jujutsu Association will be the recognized leader in the Martial Arts and Sciences, setting the standard by which all will be compared: service, to which all will be measured; and member satisfaction, to which all will aspire. We will be the first choice for a broad range of individual and organizational growth needs.
Meetings
BOD Minutes 2021
BOD Minutes 2021
BOD Minutes 2020
BOD Minutes 2020
BOD Meeting Minutes 2019
BOD Minutes 2019
Breaking News
Anthony Michael Zimkowski Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Anthony Michael Zimkowski (Temperance, Michigan), born in Toledo, Ohio, who passed away on November 11, 2025 at the age of 79. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Anthony Michael Zimkowski to pay…
Dr. Tony Zimkowski promoted to Kudan: 9th Degree Black Belt in Judo and Ju-Jutsu!!!
On August 14, 2025, Professor Tom Ryan, Professor Richard Cooper, and ATJA President Charlie Schweizer traveled to Maumee, Ohio to present Dr. Tony Zimkowski (Professor of Ju-Jutsu) with his promotion to the rank of Kudan 9th Degree Black Belt in Ju-Jutsu and Judo….
Membership Dues Changes
To the Membership of the ATJA, In the 15 years that the ATJA has existed, there has never been an increase in the cost of membership. Unfortunately, due to the rising costs of insurance, the ATJA will raise its ues $15 for annual memberships. We, the board of…