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Samir Judo

4.8 ★★★★★ 33 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Brooklyn, New York

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)
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  • Website & schedule samirjudo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (646) 330-9591

Hours

Monday 6–9 PM
Tuesday 6–9 PM
Wednesday 6–9 PM
Thursday 6–9 PM
Friday 6–9 PM
Saturday Closed
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 Samir Judo, confirmed in members' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Judo 5 mentions

“It is a great club that offers children and adults how to learn judo techniques over time and it is very fun!”

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🏆 Competition (Shiai)

“I’ve been doing judo for 10 years now and I love it I go to tournaments all around the world.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 33 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 2 mentions

“It is an intense no nonsense rendori on Friday nights and excellent instruction diring the week.”

🤝 respectful, no-ego dojo 11 mentions

“An excellent judo dojo that is led by a talented teacher with decades of experience and has a strong and friendly atmosphere that makes you feel like family with fellow judoka”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“My child loves coming to judo class and always looks forward to the next session!”

From the reviews

They treat you like family. Phenomenal coach with tons of experience. Would recommend to everybody!

★★★★★ — Nicholas, Jul 2017

Samir Judo is an amazing experience. You can learn so many defensive, offensive moves in the martial art. You participate with other classmates who go there. Overall great experience and would recommend for people to come here.

★★★★★ — Roman, Sep 2022

Great place. Would recommend to anyone that wants to learn Judo. Friendly community

★★★★★ — Moris, Apr 2019

Samir Judo now located at 2455 McDonald Ave between Ave W and X are very experienced with top notch coaches. It is a great club that offers children and adults how to learn judo techniques over time and it is very fun! Everyone enjoys it! I highly recommend checking out Samir Judo!

★★★★★ — Elise, Apr 2026

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Your first judo class at Samir 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 Samir Judo

2455 McDonald Ave #3, Brooklyn, NY11223

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