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ATTENTION! New Dojo Address
We have moved! The West Midtown dojo (formerly Defoor Place) is now located in Brookhaven at 3293 Buford Hwy NE #500, Atlanta, GA 30329 in the back of the Buckhead Fight Club.
2023 Black ICE Open
Save the date! The 2023 Black ICE Open will take place on Saturday, August 19, 2023 in Atlanta. Register online – THERE IS NO REGISTRATION ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT.
2022 ATJA Judo Nationals
Save the date! The 2022 ATJA Judo Nationals will take place on Saturday, August 6, 2022 in Atlanta. Register online – THERE IS NO REGISTRATION ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT.
Upcoming Events
October 7: Waynesville Fall Brawl
November 18: Dallas Invitational
November 19: Presidents Cup
February 3: Nick Goodly Invitational
March 2: Veteran Judo Dual Meet
Judo Classes
Judo classes are offered five days a week at two locations. Classes are available for children (4+) and adults. We’d love to have you come and try the judo class for FREE. Dress in comfortable workout clothes, and prepare to be barefoot on the mat. Please contact us to set up your first session!
One on one judo sessions are also available. See Personal Fitness page for details.
Personal Fitness
Personal training sessions are available for all ages and fitness levels in private and group settings. Options include weight training, calisthenics, and high intensity interval training workouts OR learn a skill like boxing, kickboxing, judo, BJJ, or karate while having fun and getting fit. Workouts can be tailored to specific skills for other sports (basketball, volleyball, wrestling, dance, etc.) and around pre-existing injuries.
Sensei Joshua White
Who is Joshua White?
Joshua has enjoyed over 30 years as a martial artist, athlete, and teacher. His formal study of judo began at the age of 4 under Sensei Steven Alphabet at the W.W. Woolfolk Boys and Girls Club in Atlanta, GA. He currently holds the rank of 5thdegree black belt and competes both nationally and internationally. He continues to train and learn a variety of arts including boxing, kickboxing, Shidokan karate, BJJ, and Japanese jujitsu to diversify himself as a martial artist. He has been nationally ranked in multiple weight classes by USA Judo for many years.
Organizational Involvement
President, Georgia Judo Association
Director of Judo, American Traditional Jujutsu Association
Secretary, Association of African American Judoka
Giving Back
Fundraise for underprivileged athletes to compete locally and nationally
Volunteer, Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Motivational Speaker
Associate Pastor, Simpson Road Baptist Church
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Feel free to contact us if you have any questions or would like to try a class!
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NEW LOCATION! Brookhaven: 3293 Buford Hwy NE #500, Atlanta, GA 30329
East Atlanta: 790 Berne St SE, Atlanta, GA 30312