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Fusion Grappling Club

5 ★★★★★ 92 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Beaufort, South Carolina

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Competition

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
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Competition a competition team for members who want to test themselves in shiai (tournaments)
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  • Website & schedule fusiongrapplingclub.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 843-732-1822

Hours

Monday 6–8 pm
Tuesday 5–8 pm
Wednesday 6–8 pm
Thursday 5–8 pm
Friday 6–8 pm
Saturday 10 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

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 Fusion Grappling Club, confirmed in members' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginners 13 mentions

“The training is excellent for all levels, and every coach genuinely wants you to improve it’s never about the money, but about the love and passion for the art.”

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🧒 Kids Judo 5 mentions

“it can feel like you’re the kid getting picked last for dodgeball every gym class.”

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💪 Women's Judo

“as a woman, going to a new gym is scary.”

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🏆 Competition (Shiai) 4 mentions

“Whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned competitor, the instructors will push you to become the best version of yourself.”

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🥇 Olympic Judo 2 mentions

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🤸 Throws (Nage-waza)

“Billy is an outstanding Judo instructor who has competed and coached at both the national and international level.”

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👤 Private Lessons 2 mentions

“The coaches are great and actually take time to help you one on one.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“I’ve gained so much confidence in my self-defense skills since going there.”

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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 Fusion Grappling Club — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 18 mentions

“As someone who was completely new to BJJ and Judo, I’m extremely thankful for the guidance, patience, and welcoming atmosphere at Fusion.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“I’ve gained so much confidence in my self-defense skills since going there.”

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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 92 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 27 mentions

“but i never felt that way at fusion- the coaches and the other students are super welcoming, and just want to share the sport that they love and help you reach your goals.”

🤝 respectful, no-ego dojo 32 mentions

“I'm brand new to Judo, and while I was intimidated to try it at first, the instructors and other members here are so kind and welcoming and helpful!”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 4 mentions

“The coaches are phenomenal, even as someone who doesn't pick things up instantly, I've found their patience and teaching style make every technique easy to grasp.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“The instructors are incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and great with kids.”

🏆 active competition team 5 mentions

“Whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned competitor, the instructors will push you to become the best version of yourself.”

🧼 clean, well-kept mats 5 mentions

“(also, the gym is very clean, which is pretty important in a sweaty stinky sport where you roll around on the ground)”

From the reviews

I’ve been training at Fusion for the last few months and I’ve had a great experience! Being a beginner in BJJ the staff and instructors have given me great guidance and helped me to grow in the sport!

★★★★★ — Parker, Apr 2025

Fusion is an incredible place to train. As someone who was completely new to BJJ and Judo, I’m extremely thankful for the guidance, patience, and welcoming atmosphere at Fusion.

★★★★★ — Brandon, Dec 2025

Fusion is a great place for any grappler to train. I’ve trained at several different gyms but Fusion is hands down by far the best one I’ve ever trained at. The BJJ program is supplemented with Judo, giving competitive athletes a huge advantage on their feet.

★★★★★ — Anatoly, Dec 2025

Fusion has been an incredible experience. From day one, I was welcomed like a long-time member; the environment is exceptionally friendly and inclusive. The coaches are phenomenal, even as someone who doesn't pick things up instantly, I've found their patience and teaching style make every technique easy to grasp.

★★★★★ — Kem, Mar 2026

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New to judo? Start at Fusion Grappling Club

Fusion Grappling Club 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.

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Your first judo class at Fusion Grappling Club

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 Fusion Grappling Club

20 Maxine Ln Suite A, Beaufort, SC29906

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