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Joplin Judo And Jujitsu, LLC

4.9 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Joplin, Missouri

Judo dojo Affiliated Kids & teens Newaza Competition

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 (ages 8) — 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
  • Competition a competition team for members who want to test themselves in shiai (tournaments)
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule joplinjudojiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (417) 553-9631

Hours

Monday 6–8:30 PM
Tuesday 5:30–8:30 PM
Wednesday 6–8:30 PM
Thursday 5:30–8:30 PM
Friday 6:30–8:30 PM
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 Joplin Judo And Jujitsu, LLC, confirmed in members' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Judo 12 mentions

“We have set and watched many classes and the interaction between the teachers and the kids is amazing!”

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🏆 Competition (Shiai)

“world class training from a world class competitor”

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Other martial arts here

Judo dojos are often multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Joplin Judo And Jujitsu, LLC — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 3 mentions

“Being able to do both judo and Jiu Jitsu, plus competitions, is why I chose this gym instead of going back to my old judo program.”

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🎽 Karate 2 mentions

“He has been taking judo and karate classes for over 6 months there now and we can't say enough about it!”

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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 39 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 7 mentions

“Amazing dojo and people, especially the owner/sensei. world class training from a world class competitor”

🤝 respectful, no-ego dojo 9 mentions

“I have a family of six, four of us participate in Judo and 3 of the kids do Karate.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“My daughter absolutely loves practicing Judo here and highly recommends it.”

🏆 active competition team 3 mentions

“Being able to do both judo and Jiu Jitsu, plus competitions, is why I chose this gym instead of going back to my old judo program.”

From the reviews

After visiting 4 different studios around Joplin/Webb City we found our favorite one! Teachers Brandon and Amber are both so amazing! Our son loves it there and so do we. We have set and watched many classes and the interaction between the teachers and the kids is amazing!

★★★★★ — Liburna, May 2021

We love Joplin Judo!! My 10 year old son started a few months ago! Both Ambers (coaches) are great!! We are so happy to be a part of this family!! It is so affordable and they are so welcoming!

★★★★★ — Alisha, Oct 2024

Great atmosphere and world-class instructors. Amber is amazing with the kids' classes! Extremely patient while still being firm and setting reasonable expectations.

★★★★★ — Jackie, May 2025

Amazing dojo and people, especially the owner/sensei. world class training from a world class competitor

★★★★★ — Shane, Oct 2024

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 39 reviews →

Your first judo class at Joplin Judo And Jujitsu, LLC

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 Joplin Judo And Jujitsu, LLC

3120 S Main St Ste 1, Joplin, MO64804

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