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Judo Private Lessons

Private lessons are one-on-one (or small-group) sessions with a sensei, and they are the fastest way to make progress in judo: every minute is spent on you, so technique gets corrected in real time, questions get answered, and the pace fits exactly where you are. People book privates to build confidence before joining group classes, to sharpen specific throws or groundwork, to train around a schedule that group timetables don't fit, or to prepare for shiai. They tend to cost more per session than group classes, and availability depends on the instructor. Expect focused, tailored coaching, expect faster improvement than group classes alone, and ask the dojo about rates and which senseis teach privately. The 140 dojos below offer private judo lessons — use the map to find the closest one, or browse by state.

Want the full picture first? Read how much judo costs — including private-lesson pricing.

Program labels come from each dojo's own website and members' reviews; class schedules and formats change, so check the dojo's timetable before you go.

Top-rated dojos for private judo lessons

Ranked by local reputation — rating weighted by review count.

12 dojos

Broadway Jiu-Jitsu and Fitness

4.9 ★★★★★ 570 reviews

36 W Broadway, Boston, MA

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Judo dojo Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Competition expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersrespectful, no-ego dojo

Nashville MMA Training Camp

4.9 ★★★★★ 549 reviews

1504 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville, TN

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Judo dojo Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Competition expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersrespectful, no-ego dojo

Legacy Martial Arts Academy

5 ★★★★★ 222 reviews

835 NW Washington Blvd, Hamilton, OH

Judo dojo Kids & teens Private lessons Competition Affiliated expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersrespectful, no-ego dojo

Mamaroneck Fitness Club

4.7 ★★★★★ 182 reviews

300 Waverly Ave, Mamaroneck, NY

Judo dojo Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Competition expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersrespectful, no-ego dojo

Gym chain offering MMA, group classes, personal training, and kickboxing.

IJC Martial Arts | Judo, Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai

4.9 ★★★★★ 174 reviews

28-20 120th St 2nd Floor, Flushing, NY

Ages 4–13

Judo dojo Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Competition welcoming to beginnersrespectful, no-ego dojostrong technique & fundamentals

Carlos Alberto's MMA & Fitness Center

4.7 ★★★★★ 175 reviews

244 E Foothill Blvd, Rialto, CA

Judo dojo Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Newaza Competition expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersrespectful, no-ego dojo

The Academy MN

4.4 ★★★★☆ 176 reviews

6840 Shingle Creek Pkwy STE #24, Brooklyn Center, MN

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Memberships around $300/mo

Judo dojo Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Competition expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersrespectful, no-ego dojo

Sasaki Judo

5 ★★★★★ 149 reviews

3385 S US Hwy 17 92, Casselberry, FL

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Judo dojo Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Newaza Competition Affiliated expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersrespectful, no-ego dojo

Judo club offering instruction for children and adults from world-class teachers.

Ararat Martial Arts & Fitness Center

4.9 ★★★★★ 132 reviews

4509 Taylor Ln, Warrensville Heights, OH

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 4–14

Judo dojo Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons Newaza Competition expert, high-level coachingrespectful, no-ego dojostrong technique & fundamentals

OLYMP FIGHT CLUB

4.9 ★★★★★ 128 reviews

1109 S Central Ave, Glendale, CA

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Judo dojo Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Newaza Competition welcoming to beginnersrespectful, no-ego dojostrong technique & fundamentals

Judo club for all ages, combining fitness, self-defense and discipline with instruction by a world champion instructor.

BTT Boston - Brazilian Top Team Boston

4.9 ★★★★★ 125 reviews

305 Broadway, Everett, MA

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 4–14

Judo dojo Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Competition expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersrespectful, no-ego dojo

Carlson Gracie NKY - Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Judo, & Muay Thai

5 ★★★★★ 121 reviews

818 Monmouth St, Newport, KY

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Judo dojo Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersrespectful, no-ego dojo

What members say about private lessons

Quotes are drawn from members' public Google reviews and reflect one person's experience — not a guarantee of any class today.

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