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Georgetown Judo Club
5 ★★★★★ 1 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Georgetown, Texas
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
- 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)
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule georgetownjudoclub.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 512-630-0422
Hours
| Monday | 8:15–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 8:15–9:30 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“He understands self-defense in real-world contexts, which removes a lot of guesswork and makes his teaching practical, not just theoretical.”
Other martial arts here
“He has deep expertise in both gi and no-gi Judo, holds a black belt in Judo, and is extremely proficient in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.”
“He understands self-defense in real-world contexts, which removes a lot of guesswork and makes his teaching practical, not just theoretical.”
What members say
From the reviews
Sensei David is one of the best martial arts instructors I have ever trained with. He has deep expertise in both gi and no-gi Judo, holds a black belt in Judo, and is extremely proficient in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
New to judo? Start at Georgetown Judo Club
Georgetown Judo Club 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 Georgetown Judo 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.
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