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Ryan Dean's The Dojo Martial Arts and Fitness
4.9 ★★★★★ 88 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Largo, Florida
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ryandeansthedojo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 727-542-2911
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 am–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:30 am–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30 am–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9:30 am–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 9:30 am–6 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30–10:30 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The Dojo is a fantastic place for children to socialize, learn valuable life benefits of Karate, and get great excersize at the same time in an inclusive and nurturing environment.”
“I moved out of town a couple years ago, but when I'm in town I go by the dojo to either do a class or one on one session.”
“Absolutely the best place around whether you want to learn martial arts for self development, competition, or self defense.”
“Friendly for beginners, while also remaining competitive.”
Other martial arts here
“The Dojo is a fantastic place for children to socialize, learn valuable life benefits of Karate, and get great excersize at the same time in an inclusive and nurturing environment.”
“Absolutely the best place around whether you want to learn martial arts for self development, competition, or self defense.”
What members say
“Greta coach and great environment, Ryan always has a smile on his face and loves what he does which makes learning an amazing experience.”
“Ryan is first class, and will not try to sell you programs you are not interested in taking.”
“Sensei Ryan and his team of experienced instructors provide a safe and supportive environment for children to learn and grow.”
“You can guarantee your child will learn respect and develop confidence by being part of this dojo, as mine has.”
“You can guarantee your child will learn respect and develop confidence by being part of this dojo, as mine has.”
From the reviews
I went to Ryan to try to get back in shape. Lifting weights at the gym was barely making me break a sweat. I joined The Dojo for the boot camp, but ended up taking some martial arts classes, as well. Ryan is first class, and will not try to sell you programs you are not interested in taking.
Master Dean has trained me both of my children since 2004. He is extremely passionate about martial arts with the patience to teach and engage children. I moved out of town a couple years ago, but when I'm in town I go by the dojo to either do a class or one on one session. He's one of the best in the business
Ryan is superb with my four-year-old grandson who is a great student. I am so glad that I have enrolled him in this wonderful program and Ryan is so patient and really good with these kids. I have been to the other martial arts classes and Ryan Dean Martial Arts is by far the best.
My daughter went to after school care at The Dojo for many years. Two days a week they learned karate, two days a week they learned Judo, and then Friday was fun Friday. She had a lot of fun and made great friends all while learning self-defense. She also went to the summer camp for many years.
New to judo? Start at Ryan Dean's The Dojo Martial Arts and Fitness
Ryan Dean's The Dojo Martial Arts and Fitness comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. 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 Ryan Dean's The Dojo Martial Arts and Fitness
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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