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Judo Classes in San Rafael, CA
San Rafael has 2 judo dojos — including 2 with a free trial, 2 beginner-friendly, and 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.
KaizenKan Judo
5 ★★★★★ 32 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Marin Judo Academy
5 ★★★★★ 11 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Good to know in San Rafael
Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? KaizenKan Judo and Marin Judo Academy run women's judo.
Plan your first class
These dojos offer a free trial, free first class, or intro offer — the low-risk way to try judo before you commit. Check each dojo's schedule for the current offer.
- KaizenKan Judo ★★★★★ 5 (32)
- Marin Judo Academy ★★★★★ 5 (11)
New to judo?
These dojos are called out by members as welcoming to beginners — go at your own pace, ask questions, and know that randori builds up slowly and you start by learning to fall safely. Everyone in the room started with a first class.
- KaizenKan Judo ★★★★★ 5 (32)
- Marin Judo Academy ★★★★★ 5 (11)
Kids & teen judo in San Rafael
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.
- KaizenKan Judo ★★★★★ 5 (32)
- Marin Judo Academy ★★★★★ 5 (11)
Judo in San Rafael: quick answers
- How much does judo cost a month in San Rafael?
- Most San Rafael dojos don't post prices online. Judo is usually sold as a monthly membership, and it often runs cheap at community and nonprofit clubs. Many offer a free or discounted first class, so you can visit before you commit — see our cost guide for typical price ranges.
- Do any San Rafael dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 2 of the 2 dojos in San Rafael advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including KaizenKan Judo, Marin Judo Academy. Offers change, so confirm on the dojo's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start judo in San Rafael?
- Yes. Judo welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 2 San Rafael dojos are highlighted by members as beginner-friendly. 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 San Rafael?
- Yes — 2 San Rafael 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.