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Iron Forged Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Colorado Springs, Colorado
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
- Membership memberships run around $30/mo — many dojos also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
- 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
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- Website & schedule ironforgedmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 405-315-4029
Hours
| Monday | 5–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 5–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Whether you’re an absolute beginner with no martial experience or looking to test your skills in the ring or cage, look no further than Iron Forged Martial Arts!”
“At the time of writing, classes are charged on a daily basis: *$30-$40 for adults, $20 for kids and Tai Chi.”
“It is primarily a self defense course and pulls on a variety of martial arts styles.”
Other martial arts here
“I’m a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo and Muay Thai and I know the real deal when I see one, Sensei James is that and more.”
“I like how they mix in striking, exercising, jui jitsu, wrestling and more.”
“A unique style that is offered here at Iron Forged is Kudo which can be best explained as Japanese Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and is one of the reasons why I joined the school.”
“It is primarily a self defense course and pulls on a variety of martial arts styles.”
What members say
“Sensei JD is a great martial artist and shows professionalism as well as friendship to each and every student , it is a pleasure to train here at Iron Forged!”
“Whether you’re an adult or family, this is truly a great martial arts place to have an awesome experience!”
From the reviews
I trained Kudo in Japan and the training experience here is in line with traditional Kudo training. Sensei JD is a great martial artist and shows professionalism as well as friendship to each and every student , it is a pleasure to train here at Iron Forged!
Myself, son and daughter have been doing kudo and BJJ at this dojo for 2 years. They both love the classes and the facility. They recently expanded and will be offering more classes. The instructor is great with the kids. Very stern when needed but fun too.
Great Martial Arts Club. Affordable rates, kid friendly, lots of selection of classes and times.
Instructors are reputable, skilled, and at least one is a certified coach in the field. Offered classes include Kudo, Judo, and Tai Chi—any of which, even by itself, offers an impressive array of teaching. At the time of writing, classes are charged on a daily basis: *$30-$40 for adults, $20 for kids and Tai Chi.
New to judo? Start at Iron Forged Martial Arts
Iron Forged Martial Arts 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 Iron Forged Martial Arts
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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