The International World Games Association (IWGA) has confirmed the sports programme of The World Games 2029 in Karlsruhe, Germany. The 13th edition of the Games will take place from 19 to 29 July 2029 and will feature 36 sports and 62 disciplines.
Ju-jitsu is on the programme with four disciplines: Duo, Fighting, Jiu-Jitsu (Ne-Waza) and Inclusive Self Defence.
"The confirmed programme provides clarity for athletes and federations as qualification pathways start," said IWGA Sports Director Sebastian Garvens. Qualification systems will be announced later.
A historic host city
Karlsruhe was awarded The World Games on 1 May 2024. It will be the first city to host the Games twice, having hosted the 3rd edition in 1989. About 4,000 athletes from more than 110 countries are expected to compete in 2029.
A long World Games tradition
Ju-jitsu was included in The World Games in 1997. Since then, ju-jitsu athletes have competed at the 2001, 2005, 2009, 2013, 2017, 2022 and 2025 editions, and Para/Inclusive ju-jitsu featured at The World Games 2025 in Chengdu.
1000 days to go
Friday 23 October 2026 marks 1000 days to go until the opening day of The World Games 2029 on 19 July 2029. Athletes, coaches and national federations now have a clear target. The road to Karlsruhe has begun.
What comes next
The IWGA will announce qualification systems at a later stage. National federations should follow JJIF's official communications for all information on qualification for The World Games 2029.
