Judo Classes in Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis has 4 judo dojos — including 3 with a free trial, 2 beginner-friendly, and 3 with kids' classes. Every listing is ranked by what members say (Google rating weighted by review count) and shows live open-now hours and the classes each dojo runs, so you can find your dojo and book your first class. All levels welcome — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start.
New Wave Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 53 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Carmel Judo
5 ★★★★★ 28 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Virgil's Judo Club
5 ★★★★★ 8 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Sakuru Judo
Good to know in Indianapolis
For a recognized affiliation or lineage (think USA Judo, USJA, USJF, or Kodokan), members point to Virgil's Judo Club and Sakuru Judo.
Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? Carmel Judo runs women's judo.
Plan your first class
These dojos offer a free trial, free first class, or intro offer — the low-risk way to try judo before you commit. Check each dojo's schedule for the current offer.
- New Wave Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (53)
- Carmel Judo ★★★★★ 5 (28)
- Virgil's Judo Club ★★★★★ 5 (8)
New to judo?
These dojos are called out by members as welcoming to beginners — go at your own pace, ask questions, and know that randori builds up slowly and you start by learning to fall safely. Everyone in the room started with a first class.
- New Wave Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (53)
- Carmel Judo ★★★★★ 5 (28)
Kids & teen judo in Indianapolis
These dojos run kids' or youth classes — supervised, confidence-building, and focused on discipline and self-defense. Check each dojo's schedule for age groups and times.
- New Wave Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (53)
- Carmel Judo ★★★★★ 5 (28)
- Sakuru Judo
Judo in Indianapolis: quick answers
- How much does judo cost a month in Indianapolis?
- Most Indianapolis dojos don't post prices online. Judo is usually sold as a monthly membership, and it often runs cheap at community and nonprofit clubs. Many offer a free or discounted first class, so you can visit before you commit — see our cost guide for typical price ranges.
- Do any Indianapolis dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 3 of the 4 dojos in Indianapolis advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including New Wave Jiu Jitsu, Carmel Judo, Virgil's Judo Club. Offers change, so confirm on the dojo's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start judo in Indianapolis?
- Yes. Judo welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 2 Indianapolis dojos are highlighted by members as beginner-friendly. Randori (live sparring) builds up slowly, a good dojo never pressures newcomers, and you start by learning ukemi (safe falling) — you bow in, show respect, and all levels are welcome.
- Are there kids' judo classes in Indianapolis?
- Yes — 3 Indianapolis dojos run kids' or youth judo, with some classes starting as young as age 6. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, and fun in a supervised setting; check each dojo's schedule for age groups and times.