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BC Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 6 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Groton, Connecticut
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most dojos welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- 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 6–18) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule bcmartialartsct.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 860-857-4785
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5–7 pm |
| Friday | 4:30–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9–11:30 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Learning from an Olympian is a different level of learning.”
“So if by any means, if you have somewhat of an open mind about being taught self defense, I highly encourage you to give this place a shot and start your membership today.”
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“So if by any means, if you have somewhat of an open mind about being taught self defense, I highly encourage you to give this place a shot and start your membership today.”
What members say
From the reviews
As a student currently being mentored by Coach Chris and Coach Brandan with a strong desire to learn a martial art, I can speak with confidence when I say I’ve truly found a home here at BC Martial Arts.
This place is amazing. Great vibes great atmosphere. If your nervous don’t be the instructors are really good at easing the first visit jitters. Not any judo places in the area happy we were blessed with the best. Learning from an Olympian is a different level of learning. I will be coming here for years to come.
Great Judo dojo with an awesome atmosphere. Coaches Chris and Brandon are both excellent teachers and make classes fun while helping everyone improve. I’ve already learned a lot in a short time and look forward to every class. Highly recommend!
Bc martial arts is the epitome of martial arts dojos. Coach Brandan and coach Chris are exceptional coaches and they will light that fire you thought you never had! Give bc martial arts a try! I assure you! You won’t be disappointed!
New to judo? Start at BC Martial Arts
BC Martial Arts 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 BC Martial Arts
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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