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Zumi Academy Jiu Jitsu & Judo
5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Torrance, California
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 5–17) — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule martialartsschooltorrance.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 424-799-0431
Hours
| Monday | 10:30 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:30 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:30 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 10:30 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 10:30 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10:30 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
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“💎 A HIDDEN JUDO and JIU JITSU (BJJ) GEM IN TORRANCE 💎 It’s genuinely RARE to find a dojo where world-class instructors teach both Judo and BJJ.”
What members say
“💎 A HIDDEN JUDO and JIU JITSU (BJJ) GEM IN TORRANCE 💎 It’s genuinely RARE to find a dojo where world-class instructors teach both Judo and BJJ.”
“A welcoming place that I am glad I had the opportunity to train at.”
“We were fortunate to attend the grand opening/open house this past weekend, where we met his family and team of instructors.”
“Clifton excels at teaching martial arts; his detail-oriented knowledge allows him to go the extra mile to ensure you understand every technique.”
From the reviews
Clifton excels at teaching martial arts; his detail-oriented knowledge allows him to go the extra mile to ensure you understand every technique. We were fortunate to attend the grand opening/open house this past weekend, where we met his family and team of instructors.
💎 A HIDDEN JUDO and JIU JITSU (BJJ) GEM IN TORRANCE 💎 It’s genuinely RARE to find a dojo where world-class instructors teach both Judo and BJJ. The blend of BOTH martial arts are perfectly executed at Zumi Academy in harmony. TRUST ME, I've been to over a handful of gyms across the SoCal and the USA.
This gym is beautiful, Clifton meticulously built and created a wonderful space to learn, train, and join a positive community. Sure there’s other gyms, but how often are you learning from a judo and bjj black belt.
Clifton is one of the best BJJ instructors in the South Bay and Torrance area! I've trained with him for years and hes always been extremely patient and easy to learn from. Hands down, one of the best Torrance Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo Studios around. Train here you wont regret it!
New to judo? Start at Zumi Academy Jiu Jitsu & Judo
Zumi Academy Jiu Jitsu & Judo 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 Zumi Academy Jiu Jitsu & Judo
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.
