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Light Work Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 8 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Poughkeepsie, New York
Plan your first class
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth judo classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's judo classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Website & schedule 3jfa.com — book classes and see the live schedule
The classes they run
“Perfect gym for any level of training from beginner kids to advanced adults, Gi and no Gi.”
“I do weekly pop up training in BJJ for women’s self defense classes.”
“Coaches offer 1 on 1 sessions along with daily group classes for men, women and kids.”
“I do weekly pop up training in BJJ for women’s self defense classes.”
Other martial arts here
“From the professional instruction, family-like atmosphere, and cleanliness of the facility, Light Work Jiu Jitsu is your one stop shop for everything you would want in a gym.”
“I do weekly pop up training in BJJ for women’s self defense classes.”
What members say
“From the professional instruction, family-like atmosphere, and cleanliness of the facility, Light Work Jiu Jitsu is your one stop shop for everything you would want in a gym.”
“If he explains a technique step by step and you just don't get it, he will find another way to teach it to you so you don't get lost in the mix.”
“Their anti bullying program is exactly what we were looking for to help build our son’s confidence.”
“If you can stop by there, it’s well worth it!”
“Coaches offer 1 on 1 sessions along with daily group classes for men, women and kids.”
From the reviews
Having a career in Law Enforcement I was looking for a place in the City of Poughkeepsie to continue learning BJJ and defensive tactics. Coach Z made me feel right at home at Light Work Jiu Jitsu. He takes the time to explain techniques and proves they work in real life application.
I do weekly pop up training in BJJ for women’s self defense classes. Ive learned so many valuable lessons in classes, like how It’s not about strength, it’s about technique. Coach Z is really patient.
If I could give more than 5 stars for this gym, I would. From the professional instruction, family-like atmosphere, and cleanliness of the facility, Light Work Jiu Jitsu is your one stop shop for everything you would want in a gym. Instructor Nizar is the gold standard for Jiu-Jitsu instruction.
Perfect gym for any level of training from beginner kids to advanced adults, Gi and no Gi. Coaches offer 1 on 1 sessions along with daily group classes for men, women and kids. Clean facility with all the equipment I need to workout. My family and I love training here and appreciate the dedication from the team!
Your first judo class at Light Work 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. 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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