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Bluestarr Grappling - Jiujitsu and Judo

4.7 ★★★★★ 51 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Surprise, Arizona

Judo dojo Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Competition

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 — 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 ·
  • Phone (623) 293-6018

Hours

Monday 11 AM–1:30 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
Tuesday 11 AM–1:30 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–1:30 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
Thursday 11 AM–1:30 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
Friday 11 AM–1:30 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
Saturday 11 AM–1 PM
Sunday 11 AM–1 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 Bluestarr Grappling - Jiujitsu and Judo, confirmed in members' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“They also have BJJ for beginners don’t worry.”

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🧒 Kids Judo 21 mentions

“Coach Sadiq and his team have taught our kids self defense, confidence, teamwork, and have given them a place to make friendships that will last a lifetime.”

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Teens

“He is now a freshman in high school, a varsity wrestler and as a 13 year old could handle himself against grown men.”

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🏆 Competition (Shiai)

“Regardless of if you are trying to compete, or if you are just trying to have a nice chill time and learn some fun moves I highly recommend checking this place out!”

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🥇 Olympic Judo

“Awesome instructors and high level BJJ for those who want to be world champions.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Coach Sadiq and his team have taught our kids self defense, confidence, teamwork, and have given them a place to make friendships that will last a lifetime.”

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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 Bluestarr Grappling - Jiujitsu and Judo — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 10 mentions

“This is an amazing place for kids to come and learn grappling, Jiu Jitsu and fitness- but not only that, life lessons as well.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Coach Sadiq and his team have taught our kids self defense, confidence, teamwork, and have given them a place to make friendships that will last a lifetime.”

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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 51 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 6 mentions

“The coach is truly amazing man and there’s a lot of good genuine people felt very welcomed and I love it.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“They also have BJJ for beginners don’t worry.”

🤝 respectful, no-ego dojo 21 mentions

“Professor Sadiq at bluestarr is not only a great teacher to myself and my children but has also rolled his way into being family!”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“I one thousand percent recommend BlueStarr Grappling, it is all good vibes, serious work, great teaching and training techniques that WORK.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“Coach Sadiq and his team have taught our kids self defense, confidence, teamwork, and have given them a place to make friendships that will last a lifetime.”

🏆 active competition team 2 mentions

“Regardless of if you are trying to compete, or if you are just trying to have a nice chill time and learn some fun moves I highly recommend checking this place out!”

From the reviews

My son has been going to Bluestarrr for 6 years. He is now a freshman in high school, a varsity wrestler and as a 13 year old could handle himself against grown men. If you have any doubts about the validity of jiujitsu or what it can do for you or your child, come watch.

★★★★★ — Handy, Sep 2023

Blue star grappling has been at changing Grace in my life. My two oldest daughters and I have been going here for approximately four years. Professor Sadiq has so much to offer, in jiu-jitsu and life. All the coaches and team members are wonderful and humble. This is our second home. Would definitely recommend.

★★★★★ — Carlin, Oct 2020

My family & I love Bluestarr! We have been a part of the gym for a little over two years. Coach Sadiq and his team have taught our kids self defense, confidence, teamwork, and have given them a place to make friendships that will last a lifetime. This gym is family orientated and dedicated to hard work!

★★★★★ — Kayla, Jun 2019

Attention parents who are hesitant in placing their kids in Judo classes, hopefully this puts your nerves at ease. Sadiq is AMAZING. He takes his classes very seriously but from the moment you walk in the door it’s all family oriented vibes.

★★★★★ — Casey, Dec 2023

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New to judo? Start at Bluestarr Grappling - Jiujitsu and Judo

Bluestarr Grappling - Jiujitsu and Judo comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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.

Call about beginner classes: (623) 293-6018

Your first judo class at Bluestarr Grappling - Jiujitsu and 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 Bluestarr Grappling - Jiujitsu and Judo

13059 W Grand Ave #10, Surprise, AZ85374

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