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Smash Gyms Sunnyvale
4.5 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Sunnyvale, California
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
- Open mat open-mat randori sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition a competition team for members who want to test themselves in shiai (tournaments)
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule smashsunnyvale.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (408) 744-6334
Hours
| Monday | 12–1:30 PM, 3:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–1:30 PM, 3:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–1:30 PM, 3:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 12–1:30 PM, 3:30–8 PM |
| Friday | 12–1:30 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The instructors are all very knowledgeable and the classes are definitely beginner friendly; I had never done MMA, BJJ, or Krav before and I didn't feel intimidated going.”
“The instructors are all very patient and thoughtful, particularly with the less experienced kids and make sure everyone gets the most out of the lesson.”
“Smash Gyms had excellent coaching, a great facility, and tough competitors.”
“Every class is like personal training session.”
Other martial arts here
“The instructors are all very knowledgeable and the classes are definitely beginner friendly; I had never done MMA, BJJ, or Krav before and I didn't feel intimidated going.”
“You learn to see things from different angles -- including Judo, Wrestling, Krav Maga, and Thai Kickboxing -- so you can react to the unexpected.”
“The instructors are all very knowledgeable and the classes are definitely beginner friendly; I had never done MMA, BJJ, or Krav before and I didn't feel intimidated going.”
What members say
“Smash Gyms had excellent coaching, a great facility, and tough competitors.”
“The community here is standout—classmates are incredibly helpful and supportive, making every session welcoming.”
“The community here is standout—classmates are incredibly helpful and supportive, making every session welcoming.”
“The best way to progress is to do your "homework", meaning train and tweak your technique after class.”
“A foundation of good conditioning is developed while building steadily on combinations.”
“Smash Gyms had excellent coaching, a great facility, and tough competitors.”
From the reviews
I recently moved here from Boston and was looking for a workout routine and to try something new and got a one week trial pass to Smash Gyms and decided to give it a shot. Definitely the BEST decision I've made since moving here. The people who work at Smash are really friendly and welcoming.
I've been going to this gym for about two years. I have enjoyed every bit of it! The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. It doesn't matter if you're a beginner or experienced person, this place caters to every level. And if you're a beginner, don't be afraid to try it out.
Out son (age 9) has been coming for 3 months to learn Jiu-Jitsu and I cannot say enough about how happy we are with Smash Gyms. The instructors are all very patient and thoughtful, particularly with the less experienced kids and make sure everyone gets the most out of the lesson.
I've trained in various systems, so I feel like I have a good idea as to what I'm looking for in teachers and schools. When I moved to Sunnyvale, I was simply looking for a gym where I could train and maintain. At Smash, I was very pleasantly surprised.
New to judo? Start at Smash Gyms Sunnyvale
Smash Gyms Sunnyvale 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 Smash Gyms Sunnyvale
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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