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    Judo classes near me. Judo classes are difficult to find in the greater St. Louis area. We have the judo classes for you, whether you are a child, school-aged student, teenager, man, or woman. We offer introductory judo classes as well as intermediate and advanced, competitive judo classes. Embark on a journey as a martial arts student by trying out your very first judo class for free, and see how far your journey takes you. Gracie Barra offers all the judo classes necessary to help you develop into an accomplished judoka, or judo practitioner or to simply become a stronger, more peaceful person. Reach your personal goals and grow past your perceived limits by joining judo classes near you.

    Gracie Barra Judo Classes

    Gracie Barra West County is proud to bring the practice and principles of judo to individuals in the greater St. Louis County area. Our instructors are all accomplished practitioners of martial arts with years of experience in the techniques of judo, Brazilian jiu jitsu, and other martial arts. We love what we do, and we bring our passion and drive to every lesson that we hold in our martial arts facility. Gracie Barra is the standard for martial arts teams throughout the world, and we have produced some of the most elite competitors in the sport.

    Whether you have long admired the art of judo, are looking for an interesting, rewarding new way to get in shape and stay active, or need an afterschool activity your child will actually enjoy, our judo classes are the perfect way to bring the skills and benefits of judo into your life. Begin your personal journey in judo by joining Gracie Barra and signing up for your first judo class today. Speak to a knowledgeable, qualified martial arts instructor to find the best judo class for you and to register for a class in advance. Call us at (314) 550-0507, contact us online, or sign up for one of our programs online.

    Our Judo Programs

    Our teachings cannot be reduced to a single label or a single type of martial art. We believe in a holistic approach that incorporates the best skills and techniques of many different martial arts. In our judo classes, you can also expect to learn judo moves that will be supplemented by other grappling styles like wrestling, sambo, and Brazilian jiu jitsu.

    Our goal as an area judo class provider is to present an inclusive, encouraging environment where athletes of all ages, genders, abilities, and experience levels can come to grow and be challenged both as an athlete and as a person. We offer a selection of judo class programs with various focuses and experience levels. Choose the judo class that best suits your current needs, and extend yourself into additional classes as your skills progress.

    Learning Judo

    Judo classes teach the Japanese art of judo: a defense-focused type of unarmed grappling sport. In judo, one uses indirect force to subdue their opponent. Judo is made up of a series of throws, submission holds, and take-downs.

    As we teach in our judo classes, the focus in the sport is to overcome your opponent, not through brute force, but rather skillfully and tactfully. Timing and strategy are key in becoming a judo champion. Students study in judo classes to learn how to use indirect force and how to put their opponent’s strength to use for their own gain.

    In our judo classes, students learn the judo fundamentals: throws and holds. These are grappling techniques that beautifully compliment the skills we teach in other martial arts such as Brazilian jiu jitsu. One of the most important, most fundamental things you will learn as a student in judo classes is how to fall. Because throws are a large part of the sport of judo, a student must learn breakfalls techniques. Mastering breakfalls make a judo student better able to throw their opponent and defend against attacks.

    Reasons to Take Judo Classes

    Judo is a distinguished and serious art. However, that doesn’t mean that judo classes must always be solemn to honor the sport. Our judo classes are fun, friendly, challenging, and led by professional martial artists. We offer classes for all ages, from young children to teens and adults. Our classes are structured for the needs and requirements of every age group and tailored to give individual attention to our dedicated students.

    Judo classes are a way to add structure and physical activity in a person’s life. Learning and practicing judo improves a student’s physical, mental, and emotional health and interpersonal skills. Through judo classes, one gains:

    • Strength
    • Flexibility
    • Stamina
    • Physical fitness
    • Overall health
    • Energy
    • Posture
    • Self esteem
    • Confidence
    • Emotional regulation
    • Respect
    • Focus
    • Mindfulness
    • Character

    Beyond these many internal benefits, judo is a practical skill to familiarize yourself with. In a dangerous situation, you can apply what you learn in your judo classes as self-defense, to protect yourself against your attacker. In addition, the skills you learn in judo classes are fundamental to becoming a competitive martial arts athlete. Competitive judo and competitive Brazilian jiu jitsu require a mastering of the fundamentals one learns in judo classes.

    Sign Up for Judo Classes Near Me

    Gracie Barra is dedicated to instructing individuals of all ages, genders, ethnicities, and ability levels in the art of judo. Through our judo classes, you will learn the subtle, quiet power of judo and will take on the poise and discipline that are essential to being a martial artist. If you are interested in trying out a form of martial arts for the first time, are seeking to expand your existing martial arts repertoire, or looking for a demanding and rewarding activity for yourself, your children, or a family member, become a Gracie Barra member today. To get started with our judo classes near you, call (636) 544-3655 or contact us now.




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