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Clear Jiu Jitsu-Judo

5 ★★★★★ 48 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Goshen, New York

Judo dojo Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule clear-jiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (845) 772-5604

Hours

Monday 5 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 5 AM–7 PM
Thursday 5 AM–8 PM
Friday 8:30 AM–8 PM
Saturday 9 AM–1:30 PM
Sunday 9 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 Clear Jiu Jitsu-Judo, confirmed in members' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginners 5 mentions

“The experience here is that of being around family everyone is welcoming and supportive, which makes it a great place for both beginners and experienced practitioners.”

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🧒 Kids Judo 14 mentions

“Great environment for the kids supportive staff really create a family like environment for kids and adults to learn.”

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🥇 Olympic Judo

“Also having a traditional judo background is going to make his students well rounded in any combat scenario.”

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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 Clear Jiu Jitsu-Judo — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 22 mentions

“If you're looking for an outstanding place to learn and train for yourself or in our case for our son, Clear Jiu Jitsu-Judo is the place to be!”

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🤸 Wrestling

“They have boxing , muy thai, and soon wrestling.”

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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 48 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 3 mentions

“They have amazing instructors, working with all levels of experience and making everyone feel comfortable.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 11 mentions

“The experience here is that of being around family everyone is welcoming and supportive, which makes it a great place for both beginners and experienced practitioners.”

🤝 respectful, no-ego dojo 25 mentions

“The experience here is that of being around family everyone is welcoming and supportive, which makes it a great place for both beginners and experienced practitioners.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“The instructors are legit at teaching and giving great detail advices on perform various jiu-jitsu moves.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“My daughter has grown so much in confidence, focus, and strength since starting jiu jitsu here.”

🧼 clean, well-kept mats 12 mentions

“The clean facilities and strong sense of community make it a standout choice for anyone passionate about Jiu Jitsu.”

From the reviews

Outstanding Jiu Jitsu school! The instructors are skilled, friendly, and create a positive atmosphere. Classes are well-structured, challenging, and cater to all levels. The clean facilities and strong sense of community make it a standout choice for anyone passionate about Jiu Jitsu. Highly recommend!

★★★★★ — Victor, Feb 2024

If you're looking for an outstanding place to learn and train for yourself or in our case for our son, Clear Jiu Jitsu-Judo is the place to be! From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed with open arms by a friendly and professional staff who made us feel right at home.

★★★★★ — Nanette, Jun 2025

Discovering Clear jiu jitsu-judo has been a game-changer for my fitness journey. The gym's positive atmosphere and emphasis on personalized support make it stand out. The trainers are not only knowledgeable but also genuinely invested in members' progress.

★★★★★ — Ezequiel, Jan 2024

Clear Jiu Jitsu-Judo instructors were top-notch, creating a respectful and welcoming atmosphere. They have amazing instructors, working with all levels of experience and making everyone feel comfortable. Plus, it's great to support a veteran-operated school!

★★★★★ — Rigo, Jan 2024

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New to judo? Start at Clear Jiu Jitsu-Judo

Clear Jiu Jitsu-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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first judo class at Clear Jiu Jitsu-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 Clear Jiu Jitsu-Judo

90 Clowes Ave, Goshen, NY10924

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