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Cahill's Judo Academy
5 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Judo dojo in San Bruno, California
Affiliated dojo — reviews and the dojo's own info point to a recognized judo governing body or lineage (think USA Judo, USJA, USJF, Kodokan or Tenri). If affiliation matters to you, ask which body the dojo belongs to and under whom the head sensei earned their black belt.
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 cahillsjudo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (650) 589-0724
Hours
| Monday | 5–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 5–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30–11 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“From what I saw of the kids classes, there were a lot of students and the senseis worked well with the kids.”
“Coach Cahill has trained numerous olympians, law enforcement officers, and hundreds of other medal-winning athletes.”
“Coach Cahill has trained numerous olympians, law enforcement officers, and hundreds of other medal-winning athletes.”
“In addition to learning cool throw techniques, he has made friends, is learning respect, persistence, gentleness with a dash of humility.”
“Great place for beginners or advance judo players Experience instructors and of course Coach Willy Cahill”
Other martial arts here
“Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Jiu-jitsu classes are great!”
What members say
“They have great coaches and the other families there are great too.”
“In addition to learning cool throw techniques, he has made friends, is learning respect, persistence, gentleness with a dash of humility.”
“In addition to learning cool throw techniques, he has made friends, is learning respect, persistence, gentleness with a dash of humility.”
From the reviews
Cahill's is a fantastic dojo for both kids and adults! Coach Cahill has trained numerous olympians, law enforcement officers, and hundreds of other medal-winning athletes. All the instructors are talented and excited to teach, and the dojo is a wonderful and supporting learning environment.
My son has been enjoying his classes at Cahill's judo academy. In addition to learning cool throw techniques, he has made friends, is learning respect, persistence, gentleness with a dash of humility.
I dropped in for two classes on a trip to SF and had a great time! I’m an adult green belt visiting from Boston. The senseis are very attentive and the students very welcoming. You’ll find great technical instruction and tough randori rounds here.
Cahill's is the best. My daughter has been doing judo here for 5 years and she loves it. They have great coaches and the other families there are great too.
New to judo? Start at Cahill's Judo Academy
Cahill's Judo Academy 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 Cahill's Judo Academy
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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