ARES JUDO PREMIERSHIP 2026

Welcome to ARES Judo 2025

Saturday 30th May | Doors Open: 11:15am | First Contest: 12:00pm | Final Block: 7:00–9:30pm*

*Medal Ceremony & After-Party: From 9:30pm*

Back by overwhelming demand after another explosive year, Ares Judo 2026 is set to be bigger, faster and more thrilling than ever before! The Top 8 Teams in Great Britain go head-to-head in a high stakes battle for glory - with more lights, more drama and more action than you've ever seen before in the Ares arena.

What to Expect:

• Camberley returns to defend their crown - can they retain the Premiership title?
• Pinewood and High Wycombe have been promoted to the big time - can they survive the ultimate challenge?
• Returning teams Bradley Stoke, Ryecroft, Garioch, Enfield & Ealing bring fresh energy, surprises, and a few twists along the way.
• Elite clubs battle in a full-scale judo showcase that fuses power, skill and spectacle.
• All the lights, music and electric atmosphere that Ares brings every single time!

Top-Level Judoka from Across Great Britain

Prepare to witness some of the finest Judoka in the country — seasoned internationals, fierce prospects, and returning legends all under one roof, battling it out in an atmosphere built for drama.

More Than Just a Tournament:

This is a spectacle from start to finish:

• Live DJ & compere keeping the energy high throughout the day
• A fully licensed bar serving drinks from doors open to after-party
• Dynamic lighting, effects, and production to spotlight the action
• All of the twists and turns that we saw last year... and more!
• Preliminary Rounds (12:00–6:00pm) – the action gets underway
• Interval Break (6:00–7:00pm) – grab a drink, get some food, and recharge
• Final Block (7:00–9:30pm) – the stage is set for the most intense matches of the night
• Medal Ceremony & After-Party (from 9:30pm) – celebrate with the athletes and fans into the night

Why Ares Judo?

Because it’s time judo had its moment in the spotlight.

Because it’s time for fans to feel the excitement, the pressure, and the glory — live.

Because it’s time for something new, bold, and unforgettable.

This is THE event the judo world is talking about — and you’ll want to say you were there.

Tickets are limited and expected to sell out fast.

Buy now and be part of Ares Judo. @aresjudo

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Wycombe Judo Centre, Barry Close, High Wycombe, United Kingdom

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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