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Welcome to
Washington Judo Academy
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit Judo / BJJ / Wrestling club with a world-class training program for kids and adults
Convenient Location
We are conveniently located at Houghton Plaza next to the Google Campus and Metropolitan Market in Kirkland, WA.
Our address is: 10600 NE 68th St, Suite D, Kirkland, WA 98033
We serve kids and adults in Kirkland, Bellevue, Redmond, and Seattle areas:
- 5 min from Downtown Kirkland, WA
- 12 min from Downtown Bellevue, WA
- 14 min from Downtown Redmond, WA
- 20 min from Downtown Seattle, WA
Schedule
Programs
Blog
Shintaro Nakano & Hidemasa Tanaka Judo Clinic (August, 2024)
Regional Judo Training Camp with Robert Eriksson Hosted by Washington Judo Academy
Shinjiro Sasakiβs Judo Clinic: Feb 24-25, 2024
Learn from Nick Delpopolo: Sep 28 – Oct 8, 2023
Highlights from 2023 Pan Am U15 and U13 Championships at Lima, Peru
The Benefits of Cross-Training in Judo for BJJ Practitioners
Photos
Washington Judo Academy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, bootstrapped and run entirely by volunteers while maintaining professional USA Judo accreditation. Every penny is reinvested into our community.
π Weβve grown 900% in the past two years and will need a new home in 2025βa challenge for any organization, big or small. π Help us continue bringing world-class Judo to the Pacific Northwest with your support. π
β¨ Make a difference this Giving Tuesday, Dec 3, 2024! π Double your impact with employer matching.
π Donate today: π www.wajudo.com/donate π
Sensei David and Tep π Together on and off the mat β€οΈ The whole family, including two sons, trains, competes, teaches, and volunteers at Washington Judo Academy. A true Judo family! Couples who throw together, grow together. π₯π
Practice makes perfect - one throw at a time π₯πͺ
Discipline the Washington Judo Way π₯πͺ Start βem young - before the can argue π
An old friend of the dojo from South Carolina surprised us with a visit and jumped into the BJJ open mat with Professor Jerry (@jerry_jitsu). You havenβt changed a bit β€οΈ
The man. The coach. The quiet force behind Washington Judo Academy.
Photo credit: @apmedia.photos
Zenyu tournament highlights!
Donβt miss the Halloween edition of the Friday Open Mat π₯ with the handsome and enigmatic Count of Judo, @handsomejudoka π§ββοΈπ Today, Friday, Nov 1st, at 7:30 pm π
Only serious business on Halloween Eve at Washington Judo Academy ππ
Friday Judo Class with Judo legend and Japanβs London 2012 Olympic Medalist, Sensei Hiraoka (@hiro_hiraoka) β Every Friday at 7:30 PM (www.wajudo.com/schedule/)
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We would like to take a moment to congratulate Sensei Tom and Sensei Tomoko on their well-deserved promotion to San Dan. As many of you know, they have been the backbone of the Washington Judo Academy, dedicating their time and passion to the sport of judo. None of what we have today would be possible without their invaluable guidance and unwavering support. Congratulations, Sensei Tom and Sensei Tomoko!
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About Us
Mike Hernandez
2023-12-08
I've been visiting a number of martial arts schools for my 4 year old and I can honestly say WA Judo Academy is by far the best one I've seen. The class is fun, interactive, and sneakily teaches intro techniques via the in class play like drills. The instructors are fantastic, professional, and clearly have a ton of experience with kids. There is also lots of extra support via their older students and also encourage parents to participate! Saying this place is special would still be a understatement. Super inviting place glad we found it and that my son loves it too.
Saki Y
2023-12-05
I donβt usually do these, but I will for this group. WJA and itβs Senseis have treated my son with open arms and like family from the first day he started. They always keep it fun for the kids, while also teaching very high level technique. The students (and we as parents) are truly privileged to have Senseis who dedicate their time to teach on a voluntary basis. You know the Senseis truly love what theyβre doing and care about their students when they do it voluntarily. And despite being a non-profit, theyβve been able to bring in the best coaches and teachers from around the US and the World to come teach! Sensei Tomoko, Sensei Micah, Sensei David and Sensei Evgeny are especially worthy of praise - they are good coaches and Senseis, but even better and kinder people. We are truly honored to be a part of this school!
Perry Knodle
2023-12-05
Fantastic community and development opportunity for athletes of all ages and skill levels.
Nelson Billing
2023-12-04
I do class here as an adult beginner and my 4 and 7 year olds do classes too. The kids go multiple times per week and I try to also go multiple times per week but lately can only do once.
I personally really like the instruction, the atmosphere, and community at WJA. I find it a very welcoming and serious group. My kids love going to class here as well. I'm a beginner so I can't offer an expert opinion on how quickly they are learning but I can tell that they are definitely learning and developing over time.
The club has frequent events which are both good to get to know the other families involved and good for the kids' development (potlucks, practice competitions, clinics). They have also had many guest instructors in my time there-- several from Japan and some from the US. There are also instructors from other local Judo or BJJ clubs who are friends and come to teach specific things. Lots of judokas from other local clubs come for the Friday night randori at WJA.
Overall I think WJA is ideal for my family and I highly recommend it to both adults and families with kids.
Tianchu Liang
2023-12-04
Great dojo, awesome senseis and fellow judokas. Great place to train!!
Alina Uzhvieva (Goryunova)
2023-12-04
My two kids and I have been attending classes at this dojo for almost a year now, and we couldnβt be happier with our experience. The coaches are highly professional and incredibly friendly and supportive. They support us during training sessions and competitions. Thank you, Washington Judo, for your dedication and commitment to your students, big and small!
Jessica Thompson
2023-12-04
First rate judo practice and instruction! This dojo caters to all skill and belt levels, being beginnering, intermediate, or advanced. All ages welcome (kiddos and adults) and women-friendly! Everyone is incredibly friendly and supportive. If you're looking to get into judo or trying to find a new dojo, this is the place to go π
Tanya C
2023-12-04
My son has been attending the Washington Judo Academy for three months now. The Sensei (Coaches) create a nurturing environment where my kid feels valued and respected. Every time there is a warm and welcoming atmosphere. But the discipline is never compromised. The Sensei are attentive to each student, providing clear instructions, constructive feedback, and personalized guidance. They instill in the children a sense of respect for the sport, their peers, and themselves.
The training itself is rigorous and challenging, but it is always conducted with a sense of fun and enthusiasm. For my son that practices develop a strong foundation in judo techniques while also building physical fitness and endurance.
The Washington Judo Academy is a friendly community that fosters personal growth, discipline, and a love for the sport. I am grateful for the positive impact the academy has had on my son, and I highly recommend it to any parent.
Radion
2023-12-04
I recently joined this judo dojo, and it has been an incredible experience. The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in helping students succeed. The atmosphere is welcoming, and I appreciate the focus on both technique and personal growth. It's a fantastic place to learn judo and build a sense of community. Highly recommended!
Kaysen Luong
2023-10-03
Go here 100% you will throw smoothly 10/10 real judo