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Hard Knocks Muay Thai & Judo
4.6 ★★★★★ 37 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Las Vegas, Nevada
Affiliated dojo — reviews and the dojo's own info point to a recognized judo governing body or lineage (think USA Judo, USJA, USJF, Kodokan or Tenri). If affiliation matters to you, ask which body the dojo belongs to and under whom the head sensei earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth judo classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Newaza newaza (groundwork) classes — judo's mat game of pins, holds, and controls, and a natural bridge to Brazilian jiu-jitsu
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule hardknocksmuaythaijudo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (702) 419-1623
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The coach is great with kids and always keeps it fun for them with a good balance of humor and motivation.”
“Trained with Renzo as a teenager, now my 6 yr old is training here.”
“This is traditional Kodokan rules so the class starts and ends with the traditional kneeling, greeting, and bowing; ground work is emphasized, leg grabs are allowed; etc.”
“The last 30 are spent on sparing, both standing and ground techniques.”
“Whether you are looking to get in shape or learn self-defense, look no further.”
Other martial arts here
“New to Judo, but have had some experience training wrestling, BJJ, and boxing.”
“New to Judo, but have had some experience training wrestling, BJJ, and boxing.”
“Whether you are looking to get in shape or learn self-defense, look no further.”
What members say
“Despite having many competitive fighters, Coach Renzo’s classes are great for building solid fundamentals.”
“Good crew that trains there and everyone is welcoming and will give help if needed.”
“Despite having many competitive fighters, Coach Renzo’s classes are great for building solid fundamentals.”
“The conditioning class is my favorite at the moment.”
“The coach is great with kids and always keeps it fun for them with a good balance of humor and motivation.”
From the reviews
This an excellent school to learn Muay Thai and Judo. The instructors are very knowledgeable and care for the development of their students. It does live up to the name of hard knocks, so don't expect softness here. They will make your kid tough. Great school I highly recommend it.
Renzo is an awesome trainer! If you do something the wrong way he will stop you and show you the correct technique. Unlike other gyms.
I have been training at Hard Knocks for about a month now and I'm loving it. The conditioning class is my favorite at the moment. I really love the fact that it's not limited to just punching and kicking heavy bags around but also includes kettlebells and battle ropes with other equipment designed to get you…
d Knocks is an excellent muay thai school. My son Diesel fought 3 of their kids in a match and they gave such a good fight, we had to check them out. Coach Renzo is awesome and gave us some great tips. They have a ring, which is important if you want to spar realistically and learn the craft.
Your first judo class at Hard Knocks Muay Thai & 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.
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