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Ronin Jiu Jitsu & Judo Academy
5 ★★★★★ 10 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Orland Park, Illinois
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
- 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
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Competition a competition team for members who want to test themselves in shiai (tournaments)
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ronin-academy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (708) 629-1800
Hours
| Monday | 7:30–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 7–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12–1:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The atmosphere is welcoming and inclusive, making it a great place for beginners and experienced practitioners alike.”
“For perspective, I am a blue belt and my daughter is a solid gray belt.”
“If you’re looking for self defense, lose some weight or compete in any grappling art, Ronin is the place for you.”
“He’s well known in the Midwest and even around the world after his recent wrestling world championship.”
“You can not only improve your self defense, physical strength and flexibility but also learn valuable life skills like discipline and perseverance.”
Other martial arts here
“I absolutely recommend it to anyone trying to start your BJJ path or even if you are advanced, you will definitely enhance your skills here!”
“The wrestling ran but Tom Higgins is outstanding.”
“You can not only improve your self defense, physical strength and flexibility but also learn valuable life skills like discipline and perseverance.”
What members say
“The atmosphere is welcoming and inclusive, making it a great place for beginners and experienced practitioners alike.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming and inclusive, making it a great place for beginners and experienced practitioners alike.”
“You can not only improve your self defense, physical strength and flexibility but also learn valuable life skills like discipline and perseverance.”
From the reviews
I’ve been training since 2011, been to gyms in Wisconsin, Indiana and mainly Illinois. The level of training provided by the instructors at ronin is amongst the best. Angelo and Cole have high level Jiu Jitsu. They both care about their students and make sure you’re drilling things the right way.
We dropped in to Ronin Jiu Jitsu and Judo during a family vacation. For perspective, I am a blue belt and my daughter is a solid gray belt. The professor and coaches were incredibly gracious, welcoming, and offered detailed Jiu Jitsu.
I found Rōnin through a Facebook group after months of searching for a school and couldn’t be happier to have waited to find the perfect school. After a 2 week trial, my little guy was so excited that I was going to sign him up.
Ronin jujitsu and judo is truly exceptional. The atmosphere is welcoming and inclusive, making it a great place for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. The instructors go above and beyond to ensure that every student progresses and reaches their goals.
New to judo? Start at Ronin Jiu Jitsu & Judo Academy
Ronin Jiu Jitsu & Judo Academy 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 Ronin Jiu Jitsu & Judo 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 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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