Home › Rhode Island › East Providence › EP Martial Arts
EP Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · Judo dojo in East Providence, Rhode Island
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule epmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 401-489-3189
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5–9 pm |
| Friday | 6–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–12:30 pm, 5–7:30 pm |
The classes they run
“I highly recommend EP Martial Arts for both beginners and experienced practitioners alike.”
“Each class not only teaches them different techniques but discipline and they do not let the kids goof off during class.”
“Not only are they great with kids, but all of the adult classes are run with the same excellence and expertise.”
“Every class is both challenging and fun and whether you're interested in self-defense for real life scenarios of for sport, you can learn a ton here.”
Other martial arts here
“I’ve had the pleasure of training here in Sanda, BJJ, and a bit of MMA.”
“The San Shou program is a very versital striking and wrestling program that will also develop your fitness.”
“I’ve had the pleasure of training here in Sanda, BJJ, and a bit of MMA.”
“Every class is both challenging and fun and whether you're interested in self-defense for real life scenarios of for sport, you can learn a ton here.”
What members say
“I highly recommend EP Martial Arts for both beginners and experienced practitioners alike.”
“Ep martial arts is a great club with friendly instructors, a fantastic place to bring your whole family to train, you can specialize in one style or many styles!”
“There’s classes for everyone whether you want to just get a workout in or are looking for full contact competitions.”
“Each class not only teaches them different techniques but discipline and they do not let the kids goof off during class.”
From the reviews
EP Martial Arts has been a big part of our lives for years now. The staff are attentive and caring with the kids. They instill respect and discipline and they have endless patience. We highly recommend!
Ty and Bart have a great school which truly wants to help you get stronger, faster and more well rounded as a martial artist. Small class sizes means individualized attention in a friendly and cooperative atmosphere. Everyone here wants to help you get better.
I’ve had the pleasure of training here in Sanda, BJJ, and a bit of MMA. All of the coaches are helpful and positive people with tons of experience. There’s classes for everyone whether you want to just get a workout in or are looking for full contact competitions.
I've been taking my 2 boys to EP Martial Arts for a few years and they love it. The instructors are top grade and extremely talented and keep the kids engaged. Not only are they great with kids, but all of the adult classes are run with the same excellence and expertise. Best place around by a large margin.
New to judo? Start at EP Martial Arts
EP Martial Arts 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 EP Martial Arts
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.
More judo dojos near East Providence
Celtic Judo Club: Judo in RI for Adults, Teens & Kids
4.5 ★★★★★ 8 reviews
Mayo Quanchi Judo & Wrestling
5 ★★★★★ 34 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
