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Budokan Judo School
4.2 ★★★★☆ 38 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Hialeah, Florida
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
- Newaza newaza (groundwork) classes — judo's mat game of pins, holds, and controls, and a natural bridge to Brazilian jiu-jitsu
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule budokanjudoclubfl.org — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (305) 826-0355
Hours
| Monday | 6–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–9 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 6–9 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The instruction is excellent, whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced martial artist looking to take your skills to the next level.”
“My daughter has been training here for months and I can honestly say I couldn’t be happier.”
“The lead sensei takes his time with every student so they can learn proper technique and execution off the throw or ground work technique.”
“Budokan is an outstanding judo school with top-notch coaches who are knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely invested in their students’ success.”
“best place to learn judo and self defense recommend for any age !”
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“best place to learn judo and self defense recommend for any age !”
What members say
“The school has very knowledgeable instructors that take the time to teach each student and help him or her reach high level of proficiency in the art of Judo.”
“From day one, I felt welcomed into a fun, family-oriented environment where everyone is treated with respect and encouraged to improve.”
“The people who attend the school are level-headed professional in every way, students pay attention to the instructors with respect and admiration.”
“The lead sensei takes his time with every student so they can learn proper technique and execution off the throw or ground work technique.”
“The people who attend the school are level-headed professional in every way, students pay attention to the instructors with respect and admiration.”
From the reviews
Hands down one of the best judo schools I have been to . I live far but try to train there as much as possible. Very good judo here for kids & adults!
The best judo place in Miami area. They are one of the few who are working for the result.
Thanks to (Sandy North) and Budokan-Judo... Great School Highly Recommend........ Donald
I trained here when I was a boy and I'm planning on returning. Update: I am now officially training at the school again. Still great and the focus is still great Judo.
New to judo? Start at Budokan Judo School
Budokan Judo School 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.
Your first judo class at Budokan Judo School
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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