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Bridgetown Judo
5 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Portland, Oregon
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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition a competition team for members who want to test themselves in shiai (tournaments)
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule bridgetownjudo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (541) 854-5784
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–1:30 PM, 4:45–8:45 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–7 AM, 4:45–8:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:45–8:45 PM |
| Thursday | 4:45–8:45 PM |
| Friday | 10–11:30 AM, 4:45–8:45 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1:30 PM |
| Sunday | 5–9 PM |
The classes they run
“My son loves everything about it and the instructors are so caring and really are hands on teaching safe techniques and having fun!”
“The adult class accomodates a wide range of skill levels and age groups, so it's easy to fit in as a hobbyist as well as prepare for competitions.”
“People cross train BJJ and compete in Kata competitions, so this school has lots of cross pollination of technical know-how and experience.”
“Great genuine people teaching real self defense.”
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“People cross train BJJ and compete in Kata competitions, so this school has lots of cross pollination of technical know-how and experience.”
“Great genuine people teaching real self defense.”
What members say
“Incredibly welcoming and skilled students and instructors eager to include you regardless of skill level while still prioritizing safety.”
“Incredibly welcoming and skilled students and instructors eager to include you regardless of skill level while still prioritizing safety.”
“I've been involved in martial arts all my life and some schools are just taking your money and showing you techniques that aren't practical.”
“My son loves everything about it and the instructors are so caring and really are hands on teaching safe techniques and having fun!”
“People cross train BJJ and compete in Kata competitions, so this school has lots of cross pollination of technical know-how and experience.”
“Also a good deal on membership, especially to train both judo and BJJ under one roof in a beautiful dojo.”
From the reviews
This was my home gym for about a year. It is filled with great people and a friendly atmosphere. I was nervous to go at first, but after dropping in for a class I was hooked. The instructors are passionate and will spend the time to help you learn.
Really dope school for learning judo seriously. I've been involved in martial arts all my life and some schools are just taking your money and showing you techniques that aren't practical. Not here. My sons been going for over a year and is still a white belt.
A great place to train Judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu! A supportive friendly crew of people training in grappling. Great competitive judo instruction from multiple teachers. Also a good deal on membership, especially to train both judo and BJJ under one roof in a beautiful dojo.
Great classic Dojo, I took my 6 yo here for the kids class: they immediately came over and stuck her in a loaner Gi and put her in the class (even though we were late), she was the youngest there and an assistant instructor (who happens to be a top ranked competitor) spent the entire class 1/1 with my daughter…
New to judo? Start at Bridgetown Judo
Bridgetown Judo 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 Bridgetown 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.
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