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MSHQ JUDO
4.9 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Killeen, Texas
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
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- 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 facebook.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 254-300-1712
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 5:30–8 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9:45 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Instructors are very knowledgeable, my son and nephew have learned so much in a short amount of time.”
“This is important to know if you went through USJA or USJF.”
Other martial arts here
“Great gym, I started my jiu jitsu career here and coaches Grey and Ryan have a lot of knowledge to pass around.”
What members say
“The instructor is amazing with new people and makes it a fun learning experience.”
“The judo instruction was high quality and the instructors were friendly and welcoming.”
“The judo instruction was high quality and the instructors were friendly and welcoming.”
“The instructor is really into technique.”
“The facilities are in great shape and the staff is amazing.”
“This is important to know if you went through USJA or USJF.”
From the reviews
Best place to do Judo in this area!! They have the only nationally certified Judo instructor within a 60 mile radius. Classes for beginners and adults as well. The instructor is amazing with new people and makes it a fun learning experience.
This was a clean and orderly gym. The judo instruction was high quality and the instructors were friendly and welcoming. It was too far from where I live or I would have continued dropping in. They are accredited with USA Judo to my knowledge. This is important to know if you went through USJA or USJF.
I came here from Georgetown, not a short drive. Well worth the trip for me and filled with great instruction. The gym memmbers are nice and they are welcoming to new people. The instructors even have patience with kids classes, especially when this isn't a kid's class.
Not enough stars to rate this establishment. The environment is family friendly, and a great learning atmosphere. The instructors take the time to know each person as a whole. My son and nephew are in the kids class and have grown so much. The parents love to watch and the kids love to learn!
New to judo? Start at MSHQ JUDO
MSHQ JUDO 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.
Your first judo class at MSHQ 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.
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