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Judo Federation
of Kyrgyzstan

Refereeing

The federation’s referee corps works under the rules of the International Judo Federation (IJF).

Refereeing Director

Azamat Abdrasulovich Abdrasulov

IJF

International Category Referee

Kydyraliev Kelsinbek

Received an international-level certificate from the International Judo Federation (IJF) at a seminar in Almaty on July 4, 2025.

IJF

International Category Referee

Satiev Talaibek

Received an international-level certificate from the International Judo Federation (IJF) at a seminar in Almaty on July 4, 2025.

Rules & certification

01

International Standards

Referees in Kyrgyzstan adhere to the rules of the International Judo Federation (IJF), including its referee evaluation and classification system.

02

Certification

The certification process includes theoretical and practical examinations, as well as participation in international seminars and tournaments.

03

Qualification Renewal

Referees are required to regularly renew their qualifications by attending training sessions and passing examinations.

IJF referee evaluation system

  1. Theoretical Block

    • Knowledge of IJF rules (Shido, Hansoku-make, Ippon, Waza-ari).
    • Understanding of criteria for evaluating throws, holds, and joint locks.
    • Situational tests on non-standard scenarios on the tatami.

  2. Practical Block

    • Refereeing during training sessions and competitions under the supervision of senior referees.
    • Video testing: referees evaluate recorded matches and justify their decisions.

  3. Rating System

    • Each referee earns points for participation in tournaments and seminars.
    • Points determine eligibility for advancement through levels (national → continental → international).

  4. Qualification Renewal

    • Attendance at IJF seminars every 1–3 years.
    • Retaking theoretical and practical examinations.
    • Participation in international competitions is mandatory to maintain international status.