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Judo Classes in Virginia
22 judo dojos across 16 cities in Virginia — including 8 with a free trial, 12 beginner-friendly, and 19 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 Virginia 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 Virginia
Featured judo dojos in Virginia
Ranked by what members say — Google rating weighted by review count. See the full best-of-Virginia ranking →
Kogaion Academy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Judo
5 ★★★★★ 141 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Studio 360 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/Thai Boxing/Judo/Self-Defense
5 ★★★★★ 61 reviews
SportJudo
4.6 ★★★★★ 37 reviews
Hybrid -- Jiu-Jitsu * judo * Muay Thai
4.7 ★★★★★ 35 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
OSA Martial Arts- Taekwondo Judo/Jiu-Jitsu Women Classes Hapkido B4 & After-School
4.7 ★★★★★ 32 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Testudo BJJ Judo
5 ★★★★★ 28 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
More ways to train in Virginia
- Best judo dojos in Virginia — the state-wide ranking
- Judo for beginners — 12 beginner-friendly dojos in Virginia, ready for your first class
- Kids & teen judo — 19 dojos in Virginia with youth programs
- Free trial classes — 8 dojos in Virginia offer a free trial or intro class
- Women's judo — 3 dojos in Virginia with women's classes
- Browse judo class types — beginner, kids', women's, private, newaza, throws, competition and more
Judo programs in Virginia
Find the class that fits — whether you're starting from zero, bringing the kids, or chasing your first competition.
Other martial arts trained in Virginia
Most judo dojos are multi-art. Here's what else Virginia dojos teach under the same roof.
Judo in Virginia: common questions
- How many judo dojos are in Virginia?
- Our directory lists 22 judo dojos across 16 cities in Virginia. The cities with the most are Arlington (2), Fairfax (2), Fredericksburg (2).
- How much does judo cost a month in Virginia?
- Among Virginia dojos that publish a rate, monthly memberships run about $10–$225 (median around $80). Prices vary by dojo and how often you train, and many don't post online — so check the dojo's own schedule. Judo often runs cheap at community and nonprofit clubs; our cost guide breaks down what to expect.
- Are free trial classes available in Virginia?
- Yes — 8 dojos in Virginia 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 Virginia?
- Absolutely — judo welcomes all levels. 12 Virginia dojos are highlighted by members as beginner-friendly, and 19 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.