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Samurai Academy
5 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Fullerton, California
Plan your first class
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth judo classes (ages 1–3) — 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 samuraiacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (714) 524-5436
Hours
| Monday | 4–5:45 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–7:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–5:45 PM |
| Thursday | 4–7:45 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“A cut above the rest: The owner and lead instructor, Daniel, immediately put people at ease, kids, adults, and seniors.”
“Some travel from a ways away because this few places teach Judo in the traditional way, including the self-defense and cultural aspects (most just teach to the Olympic sport).”
“Some travel from a ways away because this few places teach Judo in the traditional way, including the self-defense and cultural aspects (most just teach to the Olympic sport).”
Other martial arts here
“Over the years I have trained Jiu Jitsu on and off at this academy.”
“It is a great school where you can train Karate and Judo.”
“Some travel from a ways away because this few places teach Judo in the traditional way, including the self-defense and cultural aspects (most just teach to the Olympic sport).”
What members say
“Sensei Daniel is a very nice instructor who does not only have great techniques but also a warm heart for his students.”
“He is a great teacher, and the rest of the students (of all ages) are friendly and share a love for the art forms.”
“My daughter loves learning Judo here with Sensei Daniel.”
“I have learned so much here such as, honor, self defense, martial art traditions, respect, and discipline.”
From the reviews
A cut above the rest: The owner and lead instructor, Daniel, immediately put people at ease, kids, adults, and seniors. He's got a really soft, sweet character that belies his deep knowledge and practice of martial arts.
I started my martial art journey at Samurai Academy. It is a great school where you can train Karate and Judo. Sensei Daniel is a very nice instructor who does not only have great techniques but also a warm heart for his students. Highly recommended!
Sensei Daniel is awesome! He's extremely patient and passionate about teaching. You can tell that he really wants to turn you into a better fighter!
I started coming to Samurai Academy in 2018. Sensei Daniel has always taught his students to use physical training only in self-defense when there is no other choice. It’s something to have in reserve ready to go. If a situation arises where conflict can’t be avoided, his students have no choice but to win.
Your first judo class at Samurai 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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