Judo Classes in Knoxville, TN
Knoxville has 3 judo dojos — including 2 with a free trial, 2 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.
Tennessee Taekwondo Judo College (TTJC)
5 ★★★★★ 5 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Tennessee Taekwondo Judo College (TTJC)
5 ★★★★★ 2 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Good to know in Knoxville
For a recognized affiliation or lineage (think USA Judo, USJA, USJF, or Kodokan), members point to Tennessee Taekwondo Judo College (TTJC) and Tennessee Taekwondo Judo College (TTJC).
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.
- Tennessee Taekwondo Judo College (TTJC) ★★★★★ 5 (5)
- Tennessee Taekwondo Judo College (TTJC) ★★★★★ 5 (2)
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.
- Tennessee Taekwondo Judo College (TTJC) ★★★★★ 5 (5)
- Tennessee Taekwondo Judo College (TTJC) ★★★★★ 5 (2)
Kids & teen judo in Knoxville
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.
- Tennessee Taekwondo Judo College (TTJC) ★★★★★ 5 (5)
- Tennessee Taekwondo Judo College (TTJC) ★★★★★ 5 (2)
Judo in Knoxville: quick answers
- How much does judo cost a month in Knoxville?
- Most Knoxville 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 Knoxville dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 2 of the 3 dojos in Knoxville advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Tennessee Taekwondo Judo College (TTJC), Tennessee Taekwondo Judo College (TTJC). Offers change, so confirm on the dojo's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start judo in Knoxville?
- 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 Knoxville 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 Knoxville?
- Yes — 2 Knoxville dojos run kids' or youth judo. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, and fun in a supervised setting; check each dojo's schedule for age groups and times.