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Judo Classes in Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque has 3 judo dojos — including 2 with a free trial, 1 beginner-friendly, and 2 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.
Carlson Gracie Albuquerque Brazilian JiuJitsu, Coyote Team
4.9 ★★★★★ 111 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
New Mexico Judo Institute
5 ★★★★★ 7 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Good to know in Albuquerque
For a recognized affiliation or lineage (think USA Judo, USJA, USJF, or Kodokan), members point to New Mexico Judo Institute.
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.
- Carlson Gracie Albuquerque Brazilian JiuJitsu, Coyote Team ★★★★★ 4.9 (111)
- New Mexico Judo Institute ★★★★★ 5 (7)
New to judo?
This dojo is 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.
- Carlson Gracie Albuquerque Brazilian JiuJitsu, Coyote Team ★★★★★ 4.9 (111)
Kids & teen judo in Albuquerque
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.
- Carlson Gracie Albuquerque Brazilian JiuJitsu, Coyote Team ★★★★★ 4.9 (111)
- New Mexico Judo Institute ★★★★★ 5 (7)
Judo in Albuquerque: quick answers
- How much does judo cost a month in Albuquerque?
- Most Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 2 of the 3 dojos in Albuquerque advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Carlson Gracie Albuquerque Brazilian JiuJitsu, Coyote Team, New Mexico Judo Institute. Offers change, so confirm on the dojo's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start judo in Albuquerque?
- Yes. Judo welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 1 Albuquerque dojo is 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 Albuquerque?
- Yes — 2 Albuquerque dojos run kids' or youth judo, with some classes starting as young as age 4. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, and fun in a supervised setting; check each dojo's schedule for age groups and times.