Judo - Class 1: NEW STUDENT - ages 5 to 12 years old

UPDATE: NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION (2/17/25)

We are sorry to announce our 1ST CLASS for 5-7 YEARS OLD is currently - FULL.  If you are still interested, please email us to be on the "wait list".  Email [email protected] or call 424-392-4732.

However, in the 1ST CLASS, we are will take new student registration for students ages 8 to 12 years old.  Just a few spots open.    

South Bay Judo is a yearlong judo program and we have 4 sessions.  Each session consists of 18 classes (approx. 9 weeks).  Classes are on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Dee Hardison Sports Center, Wilson Park Gymnasium. We have classes for all ages (juniors, youths and adults), starting from 5 years old to adults.

2025 Class Schedule: 1Q-2025-Winter (Jan 7 to Mar 6), 2Q-2025-Spring (Mar 18 to May 15), 3Q-2025-Summer (May 29 to Aug 5) and 4Q-2025-Fall (Aug 19 to Oct 21).  Please go to www.southbayjudo.com for updates to schedule dates and times. 

2nd Quarter – Spring - 2025 – Mar 18 to May 15

Judo: 1st Class (Ages 5 to 12 years old) - NEW STUDENTS

• Class Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
• Class Times: 5:00 to 6:15 pm
• Class Schedule:
• 4:45 to 5:00 pm - Mat Setup and Check-In
• 5:00 to 6:15 pm - Class Time
• 6:15 pm - Announcements

Session Cost: 

• Cost of class is $180 per session (approx. 9 weeks = 18 classes).  For additional family members we do provide a discount (2nd family member = $160 per session and 3rd and more = $140 per session.  PLEASE NOTE: To receive family discount, all family members must register at the same time.  

• Class fees - Credit Card ONLY (New Students).  

Additional Costs:

• Each student must have a current USJF judo membership.  Cost is $70 and is good for 12 months from date of purchase.  New students can purchase on the first day of class.  
• Each student must also have a judo uniform (Judo Gi).  You can purchase from us on the first day of class.  We size and fit and then cost will be based on student's size ($60 to $85). If you already have a judo gi, you are welcome to wear it.  
• Payment for USJF membership and judo gi can be made on the first day of class via Venmo or personal check / cash paid to South Bay Judo. 

Health & Safety Protocols:

• All students, parents and instructors should use hand sanitizers upon entering the club (dojo).
• All participants (students and instructors) who step on the mat, will be required to clean and sanitize the mats before and after their practice. 
• All students, parents, instructors and spectators must show no signs of symptoms or illness to attend class.
• If you do show signs of symptoms or illness please consider staying home and self-test.
• For all students, parents, instructors and spectators, wearing a mask is optional.

The SAFETY of our STUDENTS, INSTRUCTORS and JUDO STAFF is our top priority.