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South Bend Judo Club
5 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · Judo dojo in South Bend, Indiana
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)
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule southbendjudoclub.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (574) 387-7263
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4–7:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 11 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“highly recommended for kids who want to know a little more about this sport and gain discipline and participate in state competitions!”
“The students have the opportunity to compete as part of the SBJC team and put their skills to the test.”
“Great for self defense, sport, and staying in shape.”
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“Great for self defense, sport, and staying in shape.”
What members say
“I started my judo adventure 5 years ago at Ball State under San-dan Mario Camacho, and I am honored to continue it under 2023 Indiana Judo's best coach and club.”
“Whether you want to bring your kids or yourself, this is a safe and welcoming space for everyone.”
“Very nice space, great location, excellent training program, beautiful family and community values, amazing coach and team!”
“We have had a wonderful experience seeing our son grow in his knowledge of judo technique and discipline and how that has positively impacted all areas of his life.”
“highly recommended for kids who want to know a little more about this sport and gain discipline and participate in state competitions!”
“I’ve been training here for almost a year now and the positivity and support from SBJC has helped me grow every single class in both my skills and confidence in judo.”
From the reviews
Amazing establishment. Great judo clases for adults and children alike! Wonderful place, friendly and helpful staff.
Our son started practicing judo with Sensei Gabe about 1.5 years ago. We have had a wonderful experience seeing our son grow in his knowledge of judo technique and discipline and how that has positively impacted all areas of his life. Sensei is a wonderful teacher.
Amazing experience there so far! Been there for 6+ months, and it feels like home. Everyone is so welcoming, and the sensei pushes you but understands your limits well. We learn through practice and randori! Would recommend for any kid or adult! Great exercise too.
I highly recommend this place!! My two sons train here, sensei Gabe is really good and patient, he teach a really good technique. And high strength training for the athletes so if you looking for a high judo training this the place!!!!
Your first judo class at South Bend 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 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.