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Blue Line Judo

4.3 ★★★★☆ 18 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Idaho Falls, Idaho

Judo dojo Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons Competition

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
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth judo classes — 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
  • Competition a competition team for members who want to test themselves in shiai (tournaments)
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule bluelinejudo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (406) 544-4466

Hours

Monday 4:30–7:30 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 4:30–7:30 PM
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday 11 AM–1 PM
Sunday Closed

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 Blue Line Judo, confirmed in members' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Judo 12 mentions

“The judo camp that Blue Line has is for focus but is so much fun, my son looks forward to it all summer.”

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🏆 Competition (Shiai) 8 mentions

“At Blue Line, you can expect a coach that will take a focused interest in your development as a judo athlete, teammate, and competitor.”

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🤸 Throws (Nage-waza) 2 mentions

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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 Blue Line Judo — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 2 mentions

“Due to her help I was able to go on the podium at my BJJ tournaments and that is to her help with my standup.”

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🤸 Wrestling 3 mentions

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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 18 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 8 mentions

“As a female athlete, Coach Janna is not only a fantastic coach, but an amazing role model.”

🤝 respectful, no-ego dojo 10 mentions

“Her athletes carry themselves with composure, perform well, and display respect to teammates and opponents alike, all while having a good time.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 4 mentions
🏆 active competition team 11 mentions

“At Blue Line, you can expect a coach that will take a focused interest in your development as a judo athlete, teammate, and competitor.”

💗 welcoming to women 3 mentions

“As a female athlete, Coach Janna is not only a fantastic coach, but an amazing role model.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 9 mentions

“At Blue Line, you can expect a coach that will take a focused interest in your development as a judo athlete, teammate, and competitor.”

From the reviews

My son has been with Blue Line Judo since May of 2016. Janna Van Witbeck is an amazing coach. She challenges her students but keeps it fun. Her students train hard. If you are looking to try a sport that pushes you, helps build confidence and sportsmanship, then this may be for you.

★★★★★ — Karen, Oct 2019

My sons have been training at Blue Line Judo since it opened. In that time they have competed and medaled in dozens of tournaments, both regional and national. Coach Janna consistently demonstrates her ability to work with kids and help achieve their dreams. The benefits even outside of judo skills are obvious.

★★★★★ — Eric, Feb 2020

I hav been at Blue Line Judo for almost four years. As a female athlete, Coach Janna is not only a fantastic coach, but an amazing role model. She treats you like family and I feel appreciated here. She will find your strong points and make them stronger, and find your weak points and strengthen them.

★★★★★ — Grace, Mar 2021

My oldest son and I have trained at Blue Line Judo for over three years and my youngest son is just getting started. One reason that we have stayed with Blue Line over this time is the contagious nature of Coach Janna's love of Judo, but there are several other reasons.

★★★★★ — John, Feb 2021

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Your first judo class at Blue Line 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 Blue Line Judo

1808 Piper St Ste 1, Idaho Falls, ID83401

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