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Tatsumaki Tactical Jujutsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 8 Google reviews · Judo dojo in St. Petersburg, Florida
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
- Newaza newaza (groundwork) classes — judo's mat game of pins, holds, and controls, and a natural bridge to Brazilian jiu-jitsu
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule tatsumakijujutsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 7–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 7–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 7–9 pm |
| Thursday | 7–9 pm |
| Friday | 7–9 pm |
| Saturday | 12–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Head Instructor Eric has decades of experience in martial arts and is highly skilled in teaching both children and adults.”
“His adult classes are practical, effective, and to the point.”
“From striking, joint manipulation, throws, chokes, body evasion and ground fighting techniques.”
“From striking, joint manipulation, throws, chokes, body evasion and ground fighting techniques.”
“As a student, I get a well rounded knowledge of the art and great self-defense training from a fun family environment.”
Other martial arts here
“Nesei Bujutsu teaches Aiki-Jitsu, Hakko-Ryu Jiu-Jitsu, Yoshitsune Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Naha-Te Karate and weapons.”
“Nesei Bujutsu teaches Aiki-Jitsu, Hakko-Ryu Jiu-Jitsu, Yoshitsune Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Naha-Te Karate and weapons.”
“As a student, I get a well rounded knowledge of the art and great self-defense training from a fun family environment.”
What members say
“If you’re searching for real change, growth, discipline, confidence, and a new lifestyle surrounded by truly good people, this is the place.”
“He not only helps kids develop strong self-defense skills against physical, mental, and emotional challenges but also teaches them meditation techniques to calm the mind.”
“If you’re searching for real change, growth, discipline, confidence, and a new lifestyle surrounded by truly good people, this is the place.”
From the reviews
Tatsumaki Tactical Jujutsu is an excellent place to study and learn self-defense. Head Instructor Eric has decades of experience in martial arts and is highly skilled in teaching both children and adults.
I have trained with many disciplines. None have encompassed as diverse applications of martial arts principles as Nesei Bujutsu as taught by Eric at Tatsumaki dojo. From striking, joint manipulation, throws, chokes, body evasion and ground fighting techniques. This is not mixed martial arts.
As a student, I get a well rounded knowledge of the art and great self-defense training from a fun family environment. We learn countless techniques ranging from joint locks and striking to throwing and grappling. A lot of fun and great way to get in shape!
I’ve been part of this school for over 6–8 years, and I can honestly say it has been one of the greatest blessings in my life. More than the school itself, it’s the owner and Sensei whose leadership, character, and heart have transformed not only my life, but the lives of countless adults and children who train here.
New to judo? Start at Tatsumaki Tactical Jujutsu
Tatsumaki Tactical Jujutsu 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 Tatsumaki Tactical Jujutsu
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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