HomeMissouriJefferson City › Jefferson City Judo Club & Jujitsu

Jefferson City Judo Club & Jujitsu

5 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Jefferson City, Missouri

Judo dojo Kids & teens Competition

Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth judo classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Competition a competition team for members who want to test themselves in shiai (tournaments)
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule jeffersoncityjudoclub.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (573) 301-1738

Hours

Monday 5:30–9 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 6–7:30 PM
Thursday 5:30–9 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-mat times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Judo classes on the schedule at Jefferson City Judo Club & Jujitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Judo 13 mentions

“I occasionally go watch practice and Josh and the other sensei interact well with the kids, teaching them not only Judo, but respect, discipline, and manners.”

All dojos that run kids judo →

Teens

“The dedication to ensuring each child, teen, and adult learn and succeeds is measured by how many students return each week.”

All dojos that run teens →

🏆 Competition (Shiai) 10 mentions

“it’s exciting to watch all of these men, women, and children of all ages—not only at the local, national, but also the junior Olympic level compete!”

All dojos that run competition (shiai) →

🥇 Olympic Judo

“it’s exciting to watch all of these men, women, and children of all ages—not only at the local, national, but also the junior Olympic level compete!”

All dojos that run olympic judo →

🛡️ Self-Defense

“The club has even hosted a nonprofit that I am a part of, combat boots and high heels, teaching self-defense.”

All dojos that run self-defense →

Other martial arts here

Judo dojos are often multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Jefferson City Judo Club & Jujitsu — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

“Prior to relocating, I trained in their jiujitsu class for about two years.”

Other dojos that also teach brazilian jiu-jitsu →

🛡️ Self-Defense

“The club has even hosted a nonprofit that I am a part of, combat boots and high heels, teaching self-defense.”

Other dojos that also teach self-defense →

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the dojo's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, wrestling, or sambo alongside your judo, confirm the current schedule with the dojo.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 36 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 respectful, no-ego dojo 16 mentions

“I occasionally go watch practice and Josh and the other sensei interact well with the kids, teaching them not only Judo, but respect, discipline, and manners.”

🏆 active competition team 12 mentions

“it’s exciting to watch all of these men, women, and children of all ages—not only at the local, national, but also the junior Olympic level compete!”

🧼 clean, well-kept mats 4 mentions

“The dojo has a great facility and is conveniently located.”

💗 welcoming to women 2 mentions

“it’s exciting to watch all of these men, women, and children of all ages—not only at the local, national, but also the junior Olympic level compete!”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 5 mentions

“They really care for your child while at the same time provide structure and discipline, which for my son who can’t sit still to save his life, is much needed.”

From the reviews

This is an amazing place to get your kiddos involved. The coaches are awesome, the facility is nice, and both of my kids truly enjoy it. My daughter competed in a meet 2 weeks after joining and won her first medal.

★★★★★ — Tiff, Oct 2021

Two full-sized competition tatamis; separate men's and women's dressing rooms; large, spacious, and clean; with lots of judokas having a good time learning--Jefferson City Judo Club is one of the finest dojos I've ever had the pleasure in which to train!

★★★★★ — Phil, Apr 2022

The Jefferson City judo club and jujitsu is an amazing place for people of all ages to learn, grow, and share friendship and community bonds. Leadership at the club treats everyone like a trusted friend and family member. The dedication, support, and mentorship exceeds expectations.

★★★★★ — Carrie, Jan 2024

Sensei Josh and all the other Sensei/instructors are fantastic with the kids! The amount of patience that I witness each week from them is phenomenal. My son started off not knowing anything but after a couple months you can tell he’s learning and he absolutely loves going.

★★★★★ — John, Jan 2024

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 36 reviews →

Your first judo class at Jefferson City Judo Club & Jujitsu

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.

Judo is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your sensei, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Jefferson City Judo Club & Jujitsu

1301 Creek Trail Dr, Jefferson City, MO65109

Get directions

More judo dojos near Jefferson City

under a mile away

Mid Missouri Judo

4.9 ★★★★★ 9 reviews

4250 E Broadway #1015, Columbia, MO

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 5–15

Judo dojo Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Competition Affiliated expert, high-level coachingactive competition teamrecognized affiliation & rank

25.7 miles away

All judo dojos in Jefferson City, MO →

Listing verified July 2026 from public business records and member reviews. Something out of date? Report a correction. Own this dojo? Claim your listing — it's free.