Judo Classes in Denver, CO
Denver has 3 judo dojos — including 1 with a free trial, 3 beginner-friendly, and 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.
Way of Jiu Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 153 reviews
Denver Judo
4.8 ★★★★★ 44 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
DBT Judo Dojo @ The Denver Buddhist Temple
5 ★★★★★ 4 reviews
Good to know in Denver
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 Way of Jiu Jitsu Academy, Denver Judo and DBT Judo Dojo @ The Denver Buddhist Temple.
Plan your first class
This dojo offers 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.
- Denver Judo ★★★★★ 4.8 (44)
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.
- Way of Jiu Jitsu Academy ★★★★★ 5 (153)
- Denver Judo ★★★★★ 4.8 (44)
- DBT Judo Dojo @ The Denver Buddhist Temple ★★★★★ 5 (4)
Kids & teen judo in Denver
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.
- Way of Jiu Jitsu Academy ★★★★★ 5 (153)
- Denver Judo ★★★★★ 4.8 (44)
- DBT Judo Dojo @ The Denver Buddhist Temple ★★★★★ 5 (4)
Judo in Denver: quick answers
- How much does judo cost a month in Denver?
- Most Denver 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 Denver dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 1 of the 3 dojos in Denver advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Denver Judo. Offers change, so confirm on the dojo's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start judo in Denver?
- Yes. Judo welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 3 Denver 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 Denver?
- Yes — 3 Denver dojos run kids' or youth judo, with some classes starting as young as age 5. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, and fun in a supervised setting; check each dojo's schedule for age groups and times.