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JUDOBJJ Judo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 3 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Seaford, New York

Judo dojo Free trial Beginners welcome Newaza

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  • 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
  • Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
  • Newaza newaza (groundwork) classes — judo's mat game of pins, holds, and controls, and a natural bridge to Brazilian jiu-jitsu
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  • Website & schedule judobjj.us — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (516) 748-1300

Hours

Monday 5:30–9:30 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 5:30–9:30 PM
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday 9 AM–1 PM
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 JUDOBJJ Judo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“Mark is a fantastic judo and jiujitsu instructor great for all levels from basic fundamentals to advanced technique”

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🤼 Newaza (Groundwork)

“Strong balance of standing technique and groundwork, gi and no gi.”

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🤸 Throws (Nage-waza)

“Strong balance of standing technique and groundwork, gi and no gi.”

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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 JUDOBJJ Judo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 2 mentions

“Mark is a fantastic judo and jiujitsu instructor great for all levels from basic fundamentals to advanced technique”

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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 3 Google reviews — in their own words.

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“Mark is a fantastic judo and jiujitsu instructor great for all levels from basic fundamentals to advanced technique”

From the reviews

Strong balance of standing technique and groundwork, gi and no gi. High expertise from all the coaches. Definitely a unique program, love training here!

★★★★★ — Ben, Aug 2025

Mark is a fantastic judo and jiujitsu instructor great for all levels from basic fundamentals to advanced technique

★★★★★ — Anthony, May 2025

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New to judo? Start at JUDOBJJ Judo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

JUDOBJJ Judo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 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.

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Your first judo class at JUDOBJJ Judo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

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 JUDOBJJ Judo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

3888 Merrick Rd, Seaford, NY11783

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