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Ground Zero Fighting Systems Huntington WV
4.6 ★★★★★ 34 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Huntington, West Virginia
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 gzfshuntington.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 304-633-1524
Hours
| Monday | 7–8 am, 12–2 pm, 4:30–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 7–8 am, 12–2 pm, 4:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 7–8 am, 12–2 pm, 5–8 pm |
| Thursday | 7–8 am, 12–2 pm, 5–8 pm |
| Friday | 7–8 am, 12–2 pm, 4:30–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | 1–3 pm |
The classes they run
“The hardest step is walking through the door the first time.”
“My 6 year old son started their free kids Jiu-Jitsu classes last week and hasn't missed one since.”
Other martial arts here
“My 6 year old son started their free kids Jiu-Jitsu classes last week and hasn't missed one since.”
“Great place to train in jujitsu, judo, wrestling, kick boxing and more.”
What members say
“They were very welcoming and training partners were awesome.”
“Instructors are great and friendly, Gary, Ashley and Tim are always fun to listen to.”
“The people there changed my life and taught me things I haven't learned anywhere else.”
From the reviews
Great place to train in jujitsu, judo, wrestling, kick boxing and more. Several black belts that teach. If you're looking for a place to train or have fun or both come in and try it out! It's the best jujitsu gym in the tri- state.
Started at this gym many years ago when I was new in town. The people there changed my life and taught me things I haven't learned anywhere else. Instructors are great and friendly, Gary, Ashley and Tim are always fun to listen to. The black belts of the gym (there are several) teach me something new with every roll.
This place is phenomenal. My 6 year old son started their free kids Jiu-Jitsu classes last week and hasn't missed one since. I've never seen him so excited and dedicated to go to a class and learn! The instructors do a really great job coaching so many kids at once.
Coach Gary is such a nice person. I’m from Korea, which means English isn’t my first language, but he always tries to understand what I’m saying and speaks slowly to me. He always checks if everyone understands well, which I think is really kind. I really enjoy training at this gym !!
New to judo? Start at Ground Zero Fighting Systems Huntington WV
Ground Zero Fighting Systems Huntington WV 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 Ground Zero Fighting Systems Huntington WV
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.