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Sekai Judo Club
5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Judo dojo in San Jose, California
Affiliated dojo — reviews and the dojo's own info point to a recognized judo governing body or lineage (think USA Judo, USJA, USJF, Kodokan or Tenri). If affiliation matters to you, ask which body the dojo belongs to and under whom the head sensei earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- 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 (ages 5–17) — 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 sekaijudo.org — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 6–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–9 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 6–9 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“In the kids beginner class they're patient and make sure everyone learns how to fall safely before anything else.”
“The club also has a super family oriented vibe to it, so you can rest assured that there are always aunties and uncles cheering and supporting your little judoka on to success.”
“The adult class is decently sized with people of all sizes and abilities as well for those who may be looking to start as teenagers or adults.”
“They have a strong competitors program for all ages, from kids to adults, providing top-tier training for both recreational and competitive judoka.”
“They throw in games to keep it fun and really teach the kids how to be good partners and cheer each other on.”
What members say
“In the kids beginner class they're patient and make sure everyone learns how to fall safely before anything else.”
“Both veteran students and instructors are very friendly and have never made me feel judged for sucking at something, and instead just chuckle and help build me up.”
“They throw in games to keep it fun and really teach the kids how to be good partners and cheer each other on.”
“They have a strong competitors program for all ages, from kids to adults, providing top-tier training for both recreational and competitive judoka.”
From the reviews
Sekai Judo is my childhood judo club and has always been amazing and welcoming whenever I come back for a class. Instructors are amazing and friendly, the students and atmosphere are all open and welcoming and the the experience is authentic. 100/10 I would recommend everyone go from ages 6-60
I've trained under the instructors at Sekai throughout my entire judo career, starting as an adult. I've visited a lot of dojos and I've found that for adult classes, dojos either can be incredibly intense (and burn out adult students who already have families and careers to prioritize), or extremely casual to the…
Sekai Judo is an outstanding dojo with a fantastic instructor-to-student ratio, ensuring that every student gets the attention they need to grow. They have a strong competitors program for all ages, from kids to adults, providing top-tier training for both recreational and competitive judoka.
Although the club just opened recently, the Sensei have been teaching judo for a long time. They truly care for you and your development. I started my judo journey in 2017 with them and they helped me grow into the person I am today. I didn’t want to compete initially and was the most uncoordinated person on the mats.
New to judo? Start at Sekai Judo Club
Sekai Judo Club 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 Sekai Judo Club
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. 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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