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Wakaishu Judo of Louisville
4.3 ★★★★☆ 6 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Louisville, 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.
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Hours
| Monday | 5:30–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5:30–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
From the reviews
Great place to learn judo if your interested in competing.I admit I training 2 day a week and it amazing you won't find probably find another gym then hwangs martial arts and the have judo.
All of the Sensei here truly care about their students and their growth. They have helped my children, my wife, and me tremendously, and we feel honored to be building a legacy here. Thank you for your leadership and for serving the community.
Your first judo class at Wakaishu Judo of Louisville
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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