Judo Classes in Memphis, TN
Memphis 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.
Memphis Judo Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 504 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Kim's Martial Arts Academy/Tae Kwon Do, Judo
5 ★★★★★ 6 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Good to know in Memphis
For a recognized affiliation or lineage (think USA Judo, USJA, USJF, or Kodokan), members point to Memphis Judo Jiu Jitsu and Kim's Martial Arts Academy/Tae Kwon Do, Judo.
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.
- Memphis Judo Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 4.9 (504)
- Kim's Martial Arts Academy/Tae Kwon Do, Judo ★★★★★ 5 (6)
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.
- Memphis Judo Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 4.9 (504)
Kids & teen judo in Memphis
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.
- Memphis Judo Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 4.9 (504)
- Kim's Martial Arts Academy/Tae Kwon Do, Judo ★★★★★ 5 (6)
Judo in Memphis: quick answers
- How much does judo cost a month in Memphis?
- Most Memphis 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 Memphis dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 2 of the 3 dojos in Memphis advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Memphis Judo Jiu Jitsu, Kim's Martial Arts Academy/Tae Kwon Do, Judo. Offers change, so confirm on the dojo's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start judo in Memphis?
- 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 Memphis 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 Memphis?
- Yes — 2 Memphis 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.