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The Arena Combat Academy - BJJ, MMA, Wrestling, Muay Thai, Self Defense, Kids BJJ, Judo, Martial Arts, Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Ada, Oklahoma

Judo dojo Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition

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 (ages 4–7) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Competition a competition team for members who want to test themselves in shiai (tournaments)
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  • Website & schedule thearenacombatacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 580-665-8869

Hours

Monday 5:30–7 am, 12–1 pm, 5–7:30 pm
Tuesday 12–1 pm, 5–7:30 pm
Wednesday 5:30–7 am, 3–8 pm
Thursday 12–1 pm, 5–7:30 pm
Friday 12–1 pm, 5–8 pm
Saturday 12–2 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-mat times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Judo classes on the schedule at The Arena Combat Academy - BJJ, MMA, Wrestling, Muay Thai, Self Defense, Kids BJJ, Judo, Martial Arts, Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“The coaches here bring a wide variety of styles and techniques and are genuinely passionate about teaching students at all skill levels.”

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🧒 Kids Judo 9 mentions

“Arena Combat Academy is a great place for adults and for children looking for learning Judo, Jiujitsu, Muay Thai Boxing, and wrestling!”

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🥋 Adult Judo

“MMA, wrestling, judo, jiujitsu, kids classes, adult classes and the other side is Cardio Kickboxing!”

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🏆 Competition (Shiai)

“Great environment with exceptional instructors for kids, beginners, hobbyists, athletes, and active competitors.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“If you looking for a place you can train really hard at or just a place you can train to learn self defense or meet new people with common interest, this is your place!”

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Other martial arts here

Judo dojos are often multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at The Arena Combat Academy - BJJ, MMA, Wrestling, Muay Thai, Self Defense, Kids BJJ, Judo, Martial Arts, Jiu Jitsu — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 3 mentions

“Arena Combat Academy is a great place for adults and for children looking for learning Judo, Jiujitsu, Muay Thai Boxing, and wrestling!”

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🤸 Wrestling 4 mentions

“Arena Combat Academy is a great place for adults and for children looking for learning Judo, Jiujitsu, Muay Thai Boxing, and wrestling!”

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🏟️ MMA 2 mentions

“MMA, wrestling, judo, jiujitsu, kids classes, adult classes and the other side is Cardio Kickboxing!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“If you looking for a place you can train really hard at or just a place you can train to learn self defense or meet new people with common interest, this is your place!”

Other dojos that also teach self-defense →

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the dojo's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, wrestling, or sambo alongside your judo, confirm the current schedule with the dojo.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 29 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 3 mentions

“Great environment with great instructors.”

🤝 respectful, no-ego dojo 8 mentions

“This is not just a business but a family-friendly environment that we will continue supporting throughout the years!”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 4 mentions

“The coaches here bring a wide variety of styles and techniques and are genuinely passionate about teaching students at all skill levels.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“All of the coaches are amazing and they have helped my son grow into be a respectful, more disciplined young man!”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 7 mentions

“All of the coaches are amazing and they have helped my son grow into be a respectful, more disciplined young man!”

From the reviews

Can’t recommend the Arena enough. They have helped my son with finding confidence in his personal strength and athletic abilities. The time invested by the coach’s at the Arena and the techniques learned have had an immediate impact on his wrestling season.

★★★★★ — Daniel, Dec 2024

We love the Arena Combat Acedemy! They literally have something for the entire family! My 7 year old son attends jujitsu 2x a week and my husband attends the adult jujitsu class. They also offer kickboxing which I attend! Overall the place is a 10/10 and the staff is the best around!

★★★★★ — Cierra, Dec 2024

Arena Combat Academy is a great place for adults and for children looking for learning Judo, Jiujitsu, Muay Thai Boxing, and wrestling! All of the coaches are amazing and they have helped my son grow into be a respectful, more disciplined young man! I absolutely recommend this gym!

★★★★★ — Kristin, Nov 2024

Coaches are some of the best around. They provide a great environment for learning and applying the skills taught. The schedule provides multiple times through the day that is beneficial no matter what your work schedule may be Overall, OUTSTANDING!!

★★★★★ — David, Nov 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 29 reviews →

New to judo? Start at The Arena Combat Academy - BJJ, MMA, Wrestling, Muay Thai, Self Defense, Kids BJJ, Judo, Martial Arts, Jiu Jitsu

The Arena Combat Academy - BJJ, MMA, Wrestling, Muay Thai, Self Defense, Kids BJJ, Judo, Martial Arts, Jiu Jitsu 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first judo class at The Arena Combat Academy - BJJ, MMA, Wrestling, Muay Thai, Self Defense, Kids BJJ, Judo, Martial Arts, Jiu Jitsu

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.

Judo is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your sensei, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find The Arena Combat Academy - BJJ, MMA, Wrestling, Muay Thai, Self Defense, Kids BJJ, Judo, Martial Arts, Jiu Jitsu

117 S Townsend Ave, Ada, OK74820

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