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Toshi Dojo Judo Club
4.8 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Brandenburg, Kentucky
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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- 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 toshidojo.club — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 270-945-1501
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:45–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30–8 pm |
| Friday | 5:45–9:15 pm |
| Saturday | 10:30 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We were looking for a Judo club for the summer for my kids to go to.”
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From the reviews
The best thing we have put our kids in. Sensei’s are great and great teachers of the art. It’s amazing how fast sensei can remember names. Definitely a recommended dojo to get your kids or even yourself into martial arts.
We were looking for a Judo club for the summer for my kids to go to. I am happy to say they have a large amount of kids to practice with. My kids really like this Judo club and the instructors were really good and the price was also good.
Great! My kids love going to their judo class. All the sensies are very nice as well.
Excellent training and guidance from all of the senseis. Great for beginners or those already experienced. There is a class for everyone!
New to judo? Start at Toshi Dojo Judo Club
Toshi Dojo Judo Club 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 Toshi Dojo 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.