What to Buy for a Judo Tournament

A judo tournament needs more than tatami mats and medals. You need clearly marked competition areas, weighing equipment, match paperwork, scoring tools and a reliable way to make announcements. Plan seating, changing-room supplies and refreshments for competitors, officials and volunteers as well. Check quantities against the number of mats, competitors and expected spectators at least one week before the event, then leave time to print documents and test powered equipment.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Sports equipment

Tatami matsqty 120
Mat edgesqty 24
Judo beltsqty 12
Bib numbersqty 150
Red competition ribbonsqty 12
Blue competition ribbonsqty 12
Scalesqty 3
Conesqty 20
Barrier tapeqty 4

Equipment

Scoreboardsqty 6
Stopwatchesqty 8
Megaphone
Speakersqty 2
Microphone
Extension cordsqty 4
Power stripsqty 4
Laptop
Printer

Furniture

Tablesqty 12
Chairsqty 40
Grandstand benchesqty 12
Clothes racksqty 6
Changing room benchesqty 8

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 250
Coffee cupsqty 80
Platesqty 150
Cutlery setsqty 150
Serving plattersqty 12
Scissorsqty 4

Kitchen

Coffee machinesqty 2
Kettlesqty 2
Thermos flasksqty 6
Coolersqty 4
Cutting boardsqty 3
Bread knivesqty 3
Serving spoonsqty 6
Serving tongsqty 6

Catering

Medalsqty 45
Certificatesqty 50
Winner's cupsqty 12
Water jugsqty 8
Ice packsqty 16
Groceries
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Decaf coffee - 1 pack
- Black tea - 2 boxes
- Herbal tea - 1 box
- Sugar - 2 packs
- Sweetener - 1 box
- Milk - 8 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Cocoa Powder - 1 canister
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 12 bottles
- Orange soda - 8 bottles
- Iced tea - 8 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 24 bottles
- Spa Rood - 12 bottles
- Apple juice - 6 packs
- Orange juice - 6 cartons
- Sports drink - 24 bottles
- Sandwiches - 12 loaves
- Whole grain bread - 8 loaves
- Bread rolls - 80 pieces
- Cheese - 3 kilograms
- Young cheese - 2 kilograms
- Turkey breast - 2 kilograms
- Ham - 2 kilograms
- Hummus - 12 tubs
- Peanut butter - 3 jars
- Jam - 3 jars
- Margarine - 2 tubs
- Cucumber - 10 pieces
- Tomatoes - 4 kilogram
- Lettuce - 8 heads
- Bell peppers - 3 kilograms
- Carrots - 3 kilogram
- Apples - 80 pieces
- Bananas - 60 pieces
- Grapes - 5 kilograms
- Mandarins - 60 pieces
- Yogurt - 40 cups
- Muesli bars - 120 pieces
- Currant buns - 60 pieces
- Spiced breakfast cake - 4 packs
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Snacks - 6 bags
- Popcorn - 5 bags
- Biscuits - 8 packs
- Muesli bars - 80 pieces
- Gluten-free crackers - 4 packs
- Gluten-free bread - 3 loaves
- Vegan toppings - 6 tubs
- Vegan cookies - 4 packs
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Olive oil - 1 bottle
- Salt - 1 pack
- Pepper - 1 can
- Spice mix - 2 jars
- Lemon juice - 2 bottles
- Stirrers - 300 pieces
- Paper napkins - 500 pieces
- Paper towels - 12 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 80 pcs
- Hand soap - 6 dispensers
- Hand sanitizer - 8 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 4 bottles
- Glass cleaner - 2 bottles
- Dishwasher tablets - 40 pieces
- Sponges - 12 pieces
- Microfiber cloths - 20 pieces
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Freezer bags - 2 boxes

Decorations

Competition field signsqty 6
Direction arrowsqty 12
Program boardsqty 4
Tableclothsqty 12

Lighting

LED work lightsqty 4

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 8
Mopsqty 4
Bucketsqty 4
Dustpan and brushqty 3
Cleaning cartsqty 2

Safety

First aid kitsqty 2
Ice packsqty 12
Vests for volunteersqty 20

Administration

Clipboardsqty 12
Ballpoint pensqty 30
Markersqty 12
Notepadsqty 12
Envelopesqty 100
Printer paperqty 500
Cash box

Tips

Measure each competition area before ordering or collecting tatami mats, and include mat edges so no gaps are left around the fighting surface.
Prepare one scoring setup per active mat: a scoreboard, stopwatch and competition ribbons, plus spare batteries or a backup stopwatch if available.
Buy or prepare bib numbers, judo belts and weighing-scale supplies according to the final registration list; keep extras for late replacements and incorrect sizes.
Allow at least one table and two chairs for registration and each competition area, then add benches for changing rooms and spectators rather than relying on hall furniture.
Pack extension cords and power strips with the laptop, printer, microphone and speakers. Test the full announcement and printing setup before competitors arrive, and keep first-aid supplies accessible at the venue.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment do I need for a judo tournament?: For each active mat, plan a scoreboard, stopwatch, competition ribbons and nearby tables and chairs. You will also need tatami mats with edges, weighing scales, bib numbers, a microphone or megaphone, printed match sheets and first-aid supplies.
How many tatami mats do I need for a judo tournament?: The number depends on how many matches must run at the same time. Calculate one complete mat area, including edges, for each competition area, then add enough space around it for officials and safe movement; confirm the layout with the sports hall at least one week beforehand.
What should I buy for judo tournament refreshments?: Plan reusable cups, coffee cups, plates, cutlery and serving platters for the expected competitors, officials, volunteers and spectators. For a half-day tournament, allow at least two drinks per person and check dietary requirements before shopping.
When should I prepare the shopping list for a judo tournament?: Finalize the list after registrations and categories are confirmed, ideally 7 to 10 days before the tournament. Do the main shopping at least 2 days before the event, while checking equipment, printing paperwork and sorting medals during the final week.

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