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Yungwirth Judo Academy
5 ★★★★★ 7 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Mooresville, North Carolina
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
- Newaza newaza (groundwork) classes — judo's mat game of pins, holds, and controls, and a natural bridge to Brazilian jiu-jitsu
- Competition a competition team for members who want to test themselves in shiai (tournaments)
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule yjudo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (704) 438-8499
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30–9 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Our kids have been attending the youth program here for almost a year.”
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What members say
“Everyone was very welcoming and I experienced some great training.”
“Everyone was very welcoming and I experienced some great training.”
From the reviews
If you enjoy Judo this dojo is a must visit. Top level instruction, amazing floor system and a great crew of folks. I’ve attended multiple training camps here and have always left with more than I came with and can’t wait to return.
I’ve been a member of many martial arts gyms throughout my decade plus training and can say Yungwirth Judo is a special training facility. It’s somewhat rare to find a blend of both high quality instruction along with a welcoming, friendly environment replete with camaraderie and fellowship; but, that’s exactly what…
Our kids have been attending the youth program here for almost a year. They love the classes and look forward to going. They are stronger and more confident, and have learned so much. Class size is small, and the instructors are wonderful! Highly recommend!
I dropped in to Yungwirth Judo while in town for work. Everyone was very welcoming and I experienced some great training. I would recommend the dojo to anyone looking for good Judo in the area.
New to judo? Start at Yungwirth Judo Academy
Yungwirth Judo Academy 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 Yungwirth Judo Academy
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.
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