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Princeton Judo

5 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Princeton, New Jersey

Judo dojo Kids & teens Competition

Plan your first class

  • 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 princetonjudo.org — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (609) 497-9622

Hours

Monday 6:30–9 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 6:30–9 PM
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday 8:45–11 AM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-mat times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Judo classes on the schedule at Princeton Judo, confirmed in members' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Judo 14 mentions

“I came back to judo after more than 20 years, and training at Princeton Judo has made me feel as happy and excited as I was when I was a kid.”

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🥋 Adult Judo 2 mentions

“Adult class gives both the workout and mental discipline to improve yourself both on and off the mat.”

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Other martial arts here

Judo dojos are often multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Princeton Judo — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

“I train BJJ at a distant gym and wanted to round out my skill set with something else.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the dojo's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, wrestling, or sambo alongside your judo, confirm the current schedule with the dojo.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 27 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 2 mentions

“Princeton Judo is fantastic, Sensei Cory teaches not only great Judo but also builds character on the kids.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“It is a friendly, welcoming judo club that is wonderful for both beginners and experienced judo players, whether you want to practice judo just for exercise or for competition.”

🤝 respectful, no-ego dojo 11 mentions

“It is a friendly, welcoming judo club that is wonderful for both beginners and experienced judo players, whether you want to practice judo just for exercise or for competition.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“It’s made such a difference for our son’s sense of confidence and motivation.”

🏆 active competition team 3 mentions

“It is a friendly, welcoming judo club that is wonderful for both beginners and experienced judo players, whether you want to practice judo just for exercise or for competition.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 5 mentions

“He takes the time to correct, guide, and support each student personally, which makes a huge difference in progress and confidence.”

From the reviews

I been practiced the Judo at Princeton Judo club 19 years, all members and staff are very kind and friendly. I strongly recommend Princeton Judo club for your Judo training.

★★★★★ — Joshua, Jan 2025

I came back to judo after more than 20 years, and training at Princeton Judo has made me feel as happy and excited as I was when I was a kid. Sensei Cory has created a warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy for adults—especially those returning after a long break—to feel comfortable and motivated.

★★★★★ — Otar, May 2025

I train BJJ at a distant gym and wanted to round out my skill set with something else. I found out Princeton Judo was just that. Everything from the instruction to the friendly culture is warm and inviting. Adult class gives both the workout and mental discipline to improve yourself both on and off the mat.

★★★★★ — Bryan, Jan 2025

We signed our son up for Judo and he reluctantly attended his first class…now 6 months later he’s enthusiastically competed in several tournaments, earned his yellow belt, and says he “can’t believe he didn’t want to do Judo!

★★★★★ — Steven, May 2025

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Your first judo class at Princeton 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.

Judo is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your sensei, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Princeton Judo

59 Paul Robeson Pl, Princeton, NJ08540

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