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CLASSES

PRE-JUDO - KIDS
Age range: 4–6 years old
Belt level: No prior experience required (White belt beginners)

 A fun and engaging introduction to Judo focused on movement, balance, coordination, and listening skills. Kids learn basic rolls, safe falling techniques, and simple Judo games that build confidence and discipline.
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JUDO - FUNDAMENTALS - YOUTH

Age Range: 6–12 years old
Belt Level: White belt to Yellow belt

Students develop a solid foundation in Judo, learning core throws, pins, and breakfalls. Classes emphasize discipline, teamwork, and respect while preparing kids for progression to higher-level training.​

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JUDO - INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED - YOUTH

Age Range: 8 –13 years old
Belt Level: Orange belt to Brown belt

Designed for kids with a basic foundation, this class introduces more complex techniques, combinations, and transitions. Students refine their skills through drills and controlled sparring, with an emphasis on building confidence and technical precision.

A bridge program for young judoka ready for advanced skills but not yet at the competition team level. Focuses on advanced throws, counters, and ground transitions, with increased emphasis on live training and tactical thinking.​​

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JUDO - ALL LEVELS - YOUTH & ADULTS

Age Range: 6+ years old
Belt Level: All Levels
 A welcoming Judo class for students of all ages and experience levels. Classes focus on throws, takedowns, groundwork, falling techniques, fitness, and self-defense while building confidence, discipline, coordination, and respect. Training includes technical instruction, drills, and supervised sparring in a safe and supportive Familial environment.

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JUDO - COMPETITION TEAM

Age Range: 8+ years old (Kids & Adults)

Belt Level: Orange belt and above, invitation only
A high-level program focused exclusively on preparing athletes for local, national, and international competition. Training emphasizes conditioning, tactical strategies, and intense randori sessions under coach supervision.

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JUDO - COMPETITON TEAM - CONDITIONING

Age Range: 8+ years old (Kids & Adults)
Belt Level: Orange belt and above, invitation only

 A strength and conditioning session specifically designed for competitive judoka. Focus on explosive power, grip endurance, agility, and injury prevention to support peak performance on the mat.

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JUDO - COMPETITION TEAM - TECHNICAL 

Age Range: 8+ years old (Kids)
Belt Level: Orange belt and above, invitation only

A focused technical session for Competition Team athletes, developing Tachi-waza (standing techniques) and Ne-waza (groundwork). Training emphasizes precision in throws, combinations, counters, pins, and transitions from standing to the ground. Personalized coaching and targeted drills help athletes refine their individual techniques and apply them effectively in competition.

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JUDO - FUNDAMENTALS - TEEN & ADULTS

Age Range: 14+ years old
Belt Level: All levels welcome (White belt and above)

An introduction to Judo for adult beginners. Students learn proper falling techniques, basic throws, pins, and movement drills in a supportive and safe environment. Perfect for those starting Judo for fitness, self-defense, or progression toward advanced levels.

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NO-GI - FUNDAMENTALS - ADULTS

Age Range: 14+ years old

Belt Level: All levels welcome (White belt and above)
No-Gi fundamentals is focusing on grips, body control, and effective throws without the uniform. A great crossover for students interested in Judo, wrestling, or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

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JUDO - FUNDAMENTALS/ADVANCED - TEEN & ADULTS

Age Range: 14+ years old
Belt Level: All levels welcome (White belt and above)

 A mixed-level class that reinforces fundamentals while introducing advanced concepts for experienced judoka. Training balances technical drills, randori, and situational strategy to challenge each student at their level.

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JUDO - OPEN MATS - KIDS & ADULTS

Age Range: 8+ years old
Belt Level: Blue belt and above

Our Judo & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Open Mat offers extra mat time for students of all ages and experience levels. Athletes can drill techniques, spar, roll, and train freely with teammates and visiting practitioners in both Judo and BJJ. Whether preparing for competition or simply looking to improve, this session provides a fun, supportive, and high-level training environment for everyone.

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BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU - ALL LEVELS - TEEN & ADULTS

Age Range: 10+ years old
Belt Level: All levels welcome

A dynamic BJJ program focused on both gi training. Students learn submissions, sweeps, escapes, and positional control. Class format combines technical instruction, drilling, and live rolling, adaptable to beginners and advanced practitioners alike.​

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BOXING  - ALL LEVELS - TEEN & ADULTS

Age Range: 13+ years old
Belt Level: All levels welcome

Build confidence, strength, and endurance while learning the fundamentals of boxing. Classes combine punching techniques, footwork, defensive skills, partner drills, and conditioning, with controlled, coach-supervised sparring appropriate to each participant’s experience and readiness. Training emphasizes technique, respect, and self-control in a supportive, motivating environment. No experience required.

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STRENGTH & CONDITIONING + GYM ACCESS

Age Range: 16+ years old
Belt Level: All levels welcome (After Orientation)

Build strength, improve endurance, and move with confidence in our Strength & Conditioning classes. Sessions combine weight training, functional movements, and cardio to support everyday fitness and athletic performance, with exercises adapted to all levels. Gym access is also available for those who prefer to train independently and work toward their own goals.

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CONDITIONING FOR JUDO & BJJ - ALL LEVEL

Age Range: 8+ years old
Belt Level: All levels welcome

A sport-specific conditioning class designed to improve strength, endurance, mobility, coordination, and overall athletic performance for Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes. Training includes functional exercises, cardio circuits, agility work, and bodyweight movements tailored to grappling sports in a fun and motivating environment.

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