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Judo Classes in Sacramento, CA
Sacramento has 4 judo dojos — including 2 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.
Sacramento Judo Club
5 ★★★★★ 11 reviews
Judo dojo Kids & teens Competition Affiliated good value / fair pricing
Good to know in Sacramento
1 of the 4 dojos with posted hours are open on Sundays.
For a recognized affiliation or lineage (think USA Judo, USJA, USJF, or Kodokan), members point to Sacramento Judo Club.
Kids & teen judo in Sacramento
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.
- Sacramento Judo Club ★★★★★ 5 (11)
- Okubo Judo Club ★★★★★ 5 (3)
Judo in Sacramento: quick answers
- How much does judo cost a month in Sacramento?
- A few Sacramento dojos list a membership around $60/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 Sacramento dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- None of the Sacramento 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 Sacramento?
- 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 Sacramento?
- Yes — 2 Sacramento 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.