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Godai Judo
5 ★★★★★ 4 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Plan your first class
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth judo classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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- Website & schedule godaijudo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 616-293-1568
Hours
| Monday | 6–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 6–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“While my children were checking out this program, Jim and his students took tons of their time to ensure a safe and fun environment for beginners.”
“Either for competition or self defense, you will find that the only one who is testing you is yourself.”
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“Either for competition or self defense, you will find that the only one who is testing you is yourself.”
What members say
“The environment he and his students create is welcoming to EVERYONE and the Judo repertoire is vast and high quality.”
“The environment he and his students create is welcoming to EVERYONE and the Judo repertoire is vast and high quality.”
From the reviews
An absolutely incredible workout and pool of knowledge provided by the instructors and his fantastic team of experts. Wonderful for kids and adults - Godai Judo will accelerate you to the next level. Every class is a joy to come to.
A welcoming and friendly community, dedicated to the art of Judo! While my children were checking out this program, Jim and his students took tons of their time to ensure a safe and fun environment for beginners. This gym is not pretentious or exclusive.
As a Judo Black belt visiting Godai Judo for the 4th time, i can attest to the great teachings of Senzei Jim Murray. He is a very knowledgeable and skilled Judo teacher. The environment he and his students create is welcoming to EVERYONE and the Judo repertoire is vast and high quality.
Your first judo class at Godai 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.
