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Parkersburg Jiu-Jitsu Academy
4.6 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Vienna, West Virginia
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's judo classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule parkersburgbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 6–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6–8 pm |
| Friday | 6–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They work with teaching kids safety and how to handle bullies without violence.”
“We offer kids, adults and women's only classes in a clean modern environment.”
“Our Jiu-jitsu family is growing and whether you are looking to get in shape, train for self defense or just find a family activity we have room for you.”
Other martial arts here
“Can't tell you enough how appreciate all the couches at Parkerburg Jiu-Jitsu.”
“Our Jiu-jitsu family is growing and whether you are looking to get in shape, train for self defense or just find a family activity we have room for you.”
What members say
“Love training here they are family great climate to train safely and learn proper techniques”
“Love training here they are family great climate to train safely and learn proper techniques”
From the reviews
This is the premier BJJ Academy in the area. Come train in a family friendly environment that welcomes anyone. We offer kids, adults and women's only classes in a clean modern environment. Contact us or stop by for a free introductory class.
This school has been the best for me and my kids. Very welcoming and patient. They truly understand that people have lives and careers that interfere with training at times. John and Valerie are genuinely interested in their students but also in making the community better.
Awesome time! Instructors are great, very knowledgeable, patient and exciting. Family atmosphere. Our kids are look forward to the next class.
Love training here they are family great climate to train safely and learn proper techniques
Your first judo class at Parkersburg Jiu-Jitsu Academy
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.