Melbourne Budo Academy

Ancient Theory, Modern Practice

Offering world class instruction in the traditional martial arts of Aikido, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo.

Melbourne Budo Academy

Martial Art Classes

Judo

 

Our Judo classes are open to all individuals, from beginners to more experienced practitioners of all ages and levels of physical fitness. Beginners can expect to be guided through the various techniques and concepts in a clear and safe manner.

Students will firstly learn how to fall safely and protect themselves when being thrown. The various throwing techniques will be clearly taught by breaking them down into the three concepts common to every throw; off-balancing the opponent (Kuzushi), “fitting in” or positioning your body to perform the technique (Tsukuri), and finally executing the throw (Kake). 

Each class will typically begin with a thorough warm up focused on injury prevention and body conditioning, followed by safe falling practice (Ukemi). Technical explanation of a specific move will be delivered and students will then practice the given technique in partnered repetition (Uchikomi). Finally, students will engage in free-sparring (Randori), attempting to perform their learned throws on one another in a safe and encouraging environment.

Our training philosophy is based on the idea of mutual benefit, meaning all students help each other strive to improve and reach their goals. 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We do cater for beginners. We have members of all levels of experience from complete beginners to those who have done Judo for decades. You will be trained in proper fundamental and basic techniques appropriate to your level. Our members are friendly and supportive and look after one another during training. Feel free to visit us on Mondays or Saturdays.

  • If you have an existing gi from martial arts such as Judo, BJJ, Aikido, feel free to bring them. If you don't have any, we do have spares you can borrow. If you have special sizing need, please let us know beforehand.

  • Monthly fee covers all training sessions for the entire calendar month.

  • You can pay per session ($25), or per calendar month ($60). No locked-in commitment.

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  • As per current government regulations, all adult visitors and members must be fully vaccinated to visit the venue or attend training. Visitors and members must check-in using the Service Victoria app.