Kids Judo Classes
Kids' judo channels a lot of energy into something structured: coaches teach falling (ukemi), throws, pins and control through games, drills and light practice, building coordination, focus, discipline and confidence in a safe, supervised setting. Because judo is about balance, leverage and control rather than striking, children learn to defend themselves and stay calm under pressure without ever throwing a punch — a big part of its well-known anti-bully reputation, and one reason it is among the safest martial arts for kids. Classes are usually grouped by age, and many clubs welcome an absolute-beginner child with no experience. Expect a sensei who is as much a teacher as a coach, expect your child to burn off real energy, and confirm the age ranges and class times with the dojo before you go. The 580 dojos below offer kids judo classes — use the map to find the closest one, or browse by state.
Want the full picture first? Read the judo for kids age guide — what age children can start and what to expect.
Top-rated dojos for kids judo classes
Ranked by local reputation — rating weighted by review count.
Broadway Jiu-Jitsu and Fitness
4.9 ★★★★★ 570 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Nashville MMA Training Camp
4.9 ★★★★★ 549 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Memphis Judo Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 504 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Brazilian Vale Tudo
5 ★★★★★ 366 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Team Randori Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 256 reviews
Gracie Barra Boca Raton Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense
4.8 ★★★★★ 260 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Quintella MMA
5 ★★★★★ 246 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Family-friendly MMA academy offering martial-arts classes like muay thai boxing, judo and BJJ.
Legacy Martial Arts Academy
5 ★★★★★ 222 reviews
Revolution Dojo Houston
4.9 ★★★★★ 216 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Gym offering martial arts, Brazilian jiu-jitsu and Muay Thai boxing instruction.
Supermaster Kim Taekwondo & Judo
5 ★★★★★ 203 reviews
Viper Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Judo MMA Fitness
4.9 ★★★★★ 205 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Hawaii Judo Academy
5 ★★★★★ 199 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
What members say about kids judo
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“My son wanted to start boxing and this gym is the perfect fit.”
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“My husband and I do the boxing & kickboxing , my kids aging 13yrs -4 yrs old are involved in boxing and jiujistu.”
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“My son attends the boxing classes here with Coach Lucas and I have noticed such a huge positive impact with him.”
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“My son has been taking Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Team Randori Martial Arts, and we have seen such a positive change in him since he started.”
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- Kids Judo in Alabama
- Anchorage, AK
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- Fayetteville, AR
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- Olathe, KS
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- Biddeford, ME
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- Purvis, MS
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- South Burlington, VT
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