Learn the Art of Judo

Attain your fitness milestones while mastering life-saving techniques for real-world scenarios.

Exceptional foundation applicable to all martial arts disciplines
Enhance balance, strength, timing, reflexes, and stamina
Highly endorsed for BJJ competitors
The ultimate style for cultivating self-defense skills and confidence

JUDO FOR EVERYONE

Judo, the inaugural martial art in the Olympics, focuses on throwing, taking down opponents, and controlling or submitting through arm locks or chokeholds. Rooted in Jiu Jitsu, it served as the original discipline for the Gracie family of Brazil, pioneers of the UFC concept in America. Judo emphasizes leverage, balance, and timing to overcome larger foes—essential principles in both street fights and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competitions, which invariably begin standing.

At Vamos MMA:

Experience one of the friendliest and warmest environments in any fitness or martial arts facility.

Facing challenges such as:

Weight loss goals,
Medical issues or disabilities,
Lack of motivation,
Self-consciousness, or
Uncertainty about how to work out?

Fear not! None of these should hinder your progress in Judo. In fact, if any of these factors are part of your daily routine, then training becomes a necessity!

Discover Judo exclusively through our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program at Vamos MMA.

Vamos MMA is beginner-friendly!

At Vamos MMA, we create an exceptionally welcoming environment—one that is particularly beginner-friendly. Whether you’re new to Jiu-Jitsu or experienced, we ensure everyone feels comfortable and supported throughout their martial arts journey.

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Get in the best shape of your life.

Full-Body Workout

Judo engages all major muscle groups, providing a comprehensive workout that builds strength, endurance, and flexibility. The various throws, holds, and techniques ensure a balanced development of both upper and lower body muscles.

Improved Flexibility

Practicing judo involves a lot of stretching and dynamic movements, which significantly enhance your flexibility. This increased range of motion can help prevent injuries and improve overall physical performance.

Self-Defense Skills

Judo teaches practical self-defense techniques that can be effective in real-life situations. Learning how to leverage an opponent’s force and apply various throws and holds can boost your confidence and personal safety.

Mental Discipline

Judo emphasizes respect, focus, and discipline. The mental training involved in mastering techniques and strategies helps improve concentration, decision-making skills, and emotional control, benefiting both personal and professional aspects of life.

Our Coaching Elite

Meet Our Judo Instructor

Sensei Pete Rissland

25+ years Judo Experience, earned his first degree black belt in 2006, currently a Sandan (3rd degree) rank with USJA and Godan (5th degree with Long Island Judo & Martial Arts.

Passionate instructor with a proven ability to teach Judo to students of all levels, from foundational ukemi (breakfalls) and Kodokan techniques to advanced throws, takedowns, and competition preparation.

Enjoys bridging the gap between Judo and BJJ: Offers a comprehensive Judo curriculum, teaching traditional Olympic-style throws and groundwork techniques while also emphasizing throws and groundwork techniques while also emphasizing throws and groundwork transitions that directly benefit BJJ practitioners.

Committed to creating a collaborative learning environment where students from both Judo and BJJ backgrounds can learn and grow together

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