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Judo Classes in New York
64 judo dojos across 39 cities in New York — including 18 with a free trial, 34 beginner-friendly, and 48 with kids' classes. Pick a city for full listings with member reviews, live open-now hours, and the classes each dojo runs — or browse the map.
Judo — the gentle way — is an Olympic sport built on throws and groundwork, and New York now has dojos for every reason people train: a nervous first class, a serious workout, self-defense, kids' and women's programs, or the competition (shiai) team. You don't need to be fit or experienced to walk in; all levels are welcome — you bow in and start where you are.
Cities in New York
- Brooklyn
- New York
- Staten Island
- Rochester
- Fairport
- Long Island City
- Mamaroneck
- Poughkeepsie
- Utica
- Arlington
- Astoria
- Bay Shore
- Bayside
- Bethpage
- Brockport
- Bronx
- Buffalo
- Farmingville
- Flushing
- Forest Hills
- Goshen
- Greenfield Center
- Kingston
- Lindenhurst
- Lynbrook
- Mahopac
- New Rochelle
- Northport
- Orangetown
- Ozone Park
- Penfield
- Rego Park
- Ridgewood
- Rosedale
- Scotia
- Seaford
- Smithtown
- Valhalla
- White Plains
Featured judo dojos in New York
Ranked by what members say — Google rating weighted by review count. See the full best-of-New York ranking →
IJC Martial Arts | Judo, Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai
4.9 ★★★★★ 174 reviews
Judo Sports Long Island
5 ★★★★★ 120 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Generation Judo, Sambo, Kickboxing
4.9 ★★★★★ 98 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Friendly dojo offering classes in judo, Sambo and self-defense.
ITC New York - Muay Thai & Judo
5 ★★★★★ 71 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Staten Island Judo Jujitsu Dojo
4.9 ★★★★★ 64 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Brooklyn Strong Gym - Muay Thai - Judo - Self Defense - Mixed Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 61 reviews
More ways to train in New York
- Best judo dojos in New York — the state-wide ranking
- Judo for beginners — 34 beginner-friendly dojos in New York, ready for your first class
- Kids & teen judo — 48 dojos in New York with youth programs
- Free trial classes — 18 dojos in New York offer a free trial or intro class
- Women's judo — 3 dojos in New York with women's classes
- Browse judo class types — beginner, kids', women's, private, newaza, throws, competition and more
Judo programs in New York
Find the class that fits — whether you're starting from zero, bringing the kids, or chasing your first competition.
- 🧒 Kids Judo in New York
- 🌱 Beginners in New York
- 🏆 Competition (Shiai) in New York
- 🛡️ Self-Defense in New York
- 👤 Private Lessons in New York
- 🤸 Throws (Nage-waza) in New York
- 🥇 Olympic Judo in New York
- 🥋 Adult Judo in New York
- ✨ Teens in New York
- 🤼 Newaza (Groundwork) in New York
- 💪 Women's Judo in New York
Other martial arts trained in New York
Most judo dojos are multi-art. Here's what else New York dojos teach under the same roof.
Judo in New York: common questions
- How many judo dojos are in New York?
- Our directory lists 64 judo dojos across 39 cities in New York. The cities with the most are Brooklyn (10), New York (6), Staten Island (5).
- How much does judo cost a month in New York?
- Most New York dojos don't post prices online. Across judo dojos in our directory that do list a rate, monthly memberships run about $30–$60 (median around $40). Judo is usually sold as a monthly membership, and it often runs cheap at community, YMCA and nonprofit clubs. Many offer a free or discounted first class — see our cost guide for typical ranges.
- Are free trial classes available in New York?
- Yes — 18 dojos in New York advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro week. It's the low-pressure way to try a class before you commit; confirm the current offer on the dojo's site.
- Can beginners and kids train judo in New York?
- Absolutely — judo welcomes all levels. 34 New York dojos are highlighted by members as beginner-friendly, and 48 run kids' or youth programs. You don't need to be fit or have any experience to start, and a good dojo eases you in — you learn to fall safely (ukemi) and go at your own pace.
- Do I need to be in shape or spar to start judo?
- No. You can start with zero fitness base and no experience — the training itself gets you in shape. Randori (live sparring) builds up gradually and a good dojo never rushes beginners into it; your first classes focus on ukemi (safe falling), and tapping early keeps groundwork safe. Drilling-focused fundamentals classes let you build skill at your own pace — you bow in, show respect, and all levels are welcome.