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Main Line Judo
5 ★★★★★ 8 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania
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
- 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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth judo classes (ages 12) — 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 mainlinejudo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 484-380-1442
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5–9 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 3–6:30 pm |
The classes they run
“Both my sons started in the youth class and progressed to the adult class through college.”
“Both my sons started in the youth class and progressed to the adult class through college.”
“-Great self defense training for my tween and teenage girls.”
Other martial arts here
“-Great self defense training for my tween and teenage girls.”
What members say
“I have found MLJ a wonderful welcoming environment for all skill levels.”
“The instructors don't teach only techniques but also safety so you can come back for more.”
“The classes are great fun and a great workout.”
From the reviews
Both my sons started in the youth class and progressed to the adult class through college. Safety was always a top priority at the dojo. The training was excellent from both a judo standpoint and overall physical fitness. As they got older there were opportunities for them to teach which really helped them mature.
Excellent place to learn judo! I have found MLJ a wonderful welcoming environment for all skill levels. The classes are great fun and a great workout. I've personally seen everyone get in much better shape (myself included!) the longer they attend.
A judo dojo where a 63-year old is welcomed and feels healthier than ever after 6 months of training must be something special. MLJ has a friendly atmosphere where you can learn judo at your own pace. The instructors don't teach only techniques but also safety so you can come back for more. Join us.
Judo is alive and well in the region because of this dojo and the hard work of its dedicated instructors. Judo is an amazing activity for people of all ages - it's a beautiful sport, a very effective form self defense, a great way to stay in shape, and part of a strong global community.
Your first judo class at Main Line Judo
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.
