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American Judo-Hapkido Institute
5 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Morgantown, West Virginia
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth judo classes (ages 3–17) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule judo-hapkido.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (304) 296-5111
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 3:30–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 3:30–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My Daughter has been one of the first few students at this Morgantown center for Hapkido.”
“Amazing students and staff, a variety of Hapkido and Sinmoo Yu Sool Kwan makes for an explosive art to be learned for self defense!”
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“Amazing students and staff, a variety of Hapkido and Sinmoo Yu Sool Kwan makes for an explosive art to be learned for self defense!”
What members say
“The minute you walk in the door you’re able to feel the extremely welcoming atmosphere and the instructors are phenomenal with the kids!”
“We have just begun our journey with this amazing school and I can already see many improvements in my sons confidence and focus.”
“We have just begun our journey with this amazing school and I can already see many improvements in my sons confidence and focus.”
From the reviews
I love my Dojang! My instructor is the best I’ve ever seen. He is so good with everyone but especially the kids. In fact, all of these instructors care and really want you to succeed. It truly is a Hapkido family. Their skills are so impressive that you watch them and your jaw is dropping the whole time!
My Daughter has been one of the first few students at this Morgantown center for Hapkido. It has certainly had positive influence in more than one ways on her behavior, attitude and ability to stand up for herself. She gets a sense of belonging here.
My son and I are beyond happy that we were fortunate enough to have found AJ-HI. The minute you walk in the door you’re able to feel the extremely welcoming atmosphere and the instructors are phenomenal with the kids!
I’m 68 years old and have been in this school for one year. It has been challenging and rewarding, our instructors are the best and work with you according to your physical capabilities. I highly recommend our school to everyone who desires to learn self defense and live more confidently.
New to judo? Start at American Judo-Hapkido Institute
American Judo-Hapkido Institute comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. If you've never stepped on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and sensei scale the intensity to you. Second, you'll start by learning to fall safely (ukemi) — reputable dojos build fundamentals (breakfalls, grips, a first throw and some groundwork) for weeks, live randori eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps everyone safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and remember to bow in and show respect (rei). Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first judo class at American Judo-Hapkido Institute
Nervous about walking into a judo dojo for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good sensei expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, learning to fall safely (ukemi), then drilling a throw or two and some groundwork with a partner — not hard randori. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a judogi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many dojos lend a loaner judogi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own judogi. Live randori eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the sensei. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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