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Judo Classes in Norwalk, CA
Norwalk has 3 judo dojos — including 3 with kids' classes. Every listing is ranked by what members say (Google rating weighted by review count) and shows live open-now hours and the classes each dojo runs, so you can find your dojo and book your first class. All levels welcome — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start.
Norwalk Judo Dojo
4.7 ★★★★★ 17 reviews
Ogden Judo School
4.9 ★★★★★ 10 reviews
Good to know in Norwalk
1 of the 3 dojos with posted hours are open on Sundays.
For a recognized affiliation or lineage (think USA Judo, USJA, USJF, or Kodokan), members point to Norwalk Judo Dojo and Makoto Kai Judo.
Kids & teen judo in Norwalk
These dojos run kids' or youth classes — supervised, confidence-building, and focused on discipline and self-defense. Check each dojo's schedule for age groups and times.
- Norwalk Judo Dojo ★★★★★ 4.7 (17)
- Ogden Judo School ★★★★★ 4.9 (10)
- Makoto Kai Judo ★★★★★ 5 (1)
Judo in Norwalk: quick answers
- How much does judo cost a month in Norwalk?
- A few Norwalk dojos list a membership around $75/mo, but most don't post rates online. Ask about a free trial and check the dojo's schedule for current prices — see our cost guide for typical ranges.
- Do any Norwalk dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- None of the Norwalk dojos list a free trial in our data, but many offer a free or discounted first class even when it isn't posted — it's always worth calling to ask.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start judo in Norwalk?
- Yes. Judo welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. Most dojos run dedicated beginner or fundamentals classes. Randori (live sparring) builds up slowly, a good dojo never pressures newcomers, and you start by learning ukemi (safe falling) — you bow in, show respect, and all levels are welcome.
- Are there kids' judo classes in Norwalk?
- Yes — 3 Norwalk dojos run kids' or youth judo. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, and fun in a supervised setting; check each dojo's schedule for age groups and times.