JUDO

Judo was founded in 1882 by Dr. Jigoro Kano at the Kodokan in Tokyo, Japan.

It is generally categorized as a modern martial art which later evolved into a combat and Olympic sport. Its most prominent feature is its competitive element, where the objective is to either throw or takedown an opponent to the ground, immobilize or otherwise subdue an opponent with a pin, or force an opponent to submit with a joint lock or a choke.

Strikes and thrusts by hands and feet as well as weapons defenses are a part of judo, but only in pre-arranged forms (kata) and are not allowed in judo competition or free practice (randori). A judo practitioner is called a judoka.

Classes
Judo is offered five days a week at two locations. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at the Warren Memorial Boys and Girls Club (790 Berne Street SE, Atlanta, GA 30312) and Tuesday and Thursday in the back of the Buckhead Fight Club (3293 Buford Hwy NE #500, Atlanta, GA 30329).

  • Monday – 7:00pm-8:30pm (Adults) [Call Sensei White at 404-719-3872 in advance.]
  • Tuesday – 7:00pm-8:30pm (Kids 8+ and Adults)
  • Wednesday – 7:00pm-8:30pm (Adults) [Call Sensei White at 404-719-3872 in advance.]
  • Thursday – 7:00pm-8:30pm (Kids 8+ and Adults)
  • Saturday – 9:45am-11:00am (Advanced Kids and Adults) [Call Sensei White at 404-719-3872 in advance.]

Cost
Judo class fees are $150/mo and are collected via automatic debit/credit on the same day every month.

Other things you need:

  • Judo Gi (available for purchase from instructor)
  • To join ATJA, USA Judo, or other national organization (prices vary, online)

TESTIMONIALS

My son and I started training judo with Josh about two years ago. It has been a great experience. You get world class instruction with a family atmosphere. My son has a passion for judo now and more self confidence. I am thankful to Josh for being a good coach, role model, and mentor for my teenage son.

Philip Duke

CLASS SCHEDULE

Monday & Wednesday

7:00pm-8:15pm – Adults

Warren Boys & Girls Club
790 Berne Street SE
Atlanta, GA 30312

Tuesday & Thursday

7:00pm-8:15pm – Kids & Adults

Buckhead Fight Club (in the back)
3293 Buford Hwy NE #500
Atlanta, GA 30329

Saturday

9:45am-11:00am – Adults

Warren Boys & Girls Club
790 Berne Street SE
Atlanta, GA 30312