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American School of Karate & Judo

4.8 ★★★★★ 37 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Elkhorn, Nebraska

Judo dojo Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth judo classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Website & schedule omahamartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (402) 493-0279

Hours

Monday 5:30–9:30 PM
Tuesday 5:30–8:30 PM
Wednesday 5:30–9:30 PM
Thursday 5:30–8:30 PM
Friday 5:30–6:30 PM
Saturday 11 AM–12:30 PM
Sunday 10 AM–12 PM

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-mat times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Judo classes on the schedule at American School of Karate & Judo, confirmed in members' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Judo 13 mentions

“They provide transportation, top-notch martial arts instruction, and a safe, fun place for your kids to unwind and socialize each day after school.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Also IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO JOIN, please make sure you are okay with not competing because this school doesn't do competition and focuses more on self defense.”

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Other martial arts here

Judo dojos are often multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at American School of Karate & Judo — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🎽 Karate 3 mentions

“I don’t recommend Tiger Rock I DO recommend American School of Karate and Judo.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Also IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO JOIN, please make sure you are okay with not competing because this school doesn't do competition and focuses more on self defense.”

Other dojos that also teach self-defense →

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the dojo's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, wrestling, or sambo alongside your judo, confirm the current schedule with the dojo.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 37 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 2 mentions

“Excellent instructors who teach the meaning of what they are learning.”

🤝 respectful, no-ego dojo 10 mentions

“This program has exceptional instructors and integrity and has helped to instill confidence, discipline, and respect in my kids.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“This program has exceptional instructors and integrity and has helped to instill confidence, discipline, and respect in my kids. I love this program.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 9 mentions

“Also IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO JOIN, please make sure you are okay with not competing because this school doesn't do competition and focuses more on self defense.”

From the reviews

We love this place. Excellent instructors who teach the meaning of what they are learning. My kids (10 & 12 when we started) have learned respect and discipline in a fun environment. It is a great place for kids and there are many kids there from 4 years old and up.

★★★★★ — Brian, Mar 2015

I've been going to this school for 5 years and I've loved every moment. Great instructors, great programs, and an overall great time. It's a fantastic place to start young children and also perfect to start as an adult.

★★★★★ — Adeathnote, Jun 2016

Always a positive experience. The instructors know their stuff. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Love that you pay by month not by session.

★★★★★ — Julie, Aug 2025

Top tier school with top tier instructors that get down to the basis of how to effortlessly this is the place you want to learn from.

★★★★★ — Kenneth, Aug 2024

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Your first judo class at American School of Karate & Judo

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.

Judo is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your sensei, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find American School of Karate & Judo

3203 N 204th St, Elkhorn, NE68022

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