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New Mexico Judo Institute
5 ★★★★★ 7 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Albuquerque, New Mexico
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 — 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 nmjudo.org — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 505-492-5838
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 6–8 pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 6–8 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son Skyler competed successfully in tournaments around the Southwest while learning the sport of Judo from the Sensei's at NMJI.”
“Sensei Lorenzo was taught Kodokan style Judo which is heavily influenced by the Code of Bushido which has trickled down to a vast majority of Judoka's, i having been one of them.”
“I refer to Judo as Japanese wrestling with the need to learn how to fall properly an imperative, then throwing and pins.”
“My son Skyler competed successfully in tournaments around the Southwest while learning the sport of Judo from the Sensei's at NMJI.”
Other martial arts here
“I refer to Judo as Japanese wrestling with the need to learn how to fall properly an imperative, then throwing and pins.”
What members say
“I refer to Judo as Japanese wrestling with the need to learn how to fall properly an imperative, then throwing and pins.”
“My son Skyler competed successfully in tournaments around the Southwest while learning the sport of Judo from the Sensei's at NMJI.”
“Sensei Lorenzo was taught Kodokan style Judo which is heavily influenced by the Code of Bushido which has trickled down to a vast majority of Judoka's, i having been one of them.”
“I came to the NM Judo Institute looking to begin a new martial arts journey, after having trained in striking disciplines for almost 20 years.”
From the reviews
I came to the NM Judo Institute looking to begin a new martial arts journey, after having trained in striking disciplines for almost 20 years. It is everything I could have asked for---a focused, tightly-knit, dedicated group of Judoka intent on pursuing the way of Budo. I am very happy to have found this place.
My son Skyler competed successfully in tournaments around the Southwest while learning the sport of Judo from the Sensei's at NMJI. He was taught discipline, respect for his superiors which led to his self respect and also a positive impact on his self esteem.
New Mexico Judo Institute just took 1st place at the New Mexico State Games. Congratulations!
Traditional school that emphasizes teaching principled kodokan judo, as the founder intended.
Your first judo class at New Mexico Judo Institute
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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