On the mat
Repeat. Reflect.
Return.
Technique and character develop together through attentive, responsible practice.
Standing practice
Balance before force.
Explore how posture, movement, timing, and balance work together. Develop control through purposeful repetition rather than relying on strength alone.
A partner gives you the opportunity to learn. Your responsibility is to offer attention, care, and the same opportunity in return.
Timing and trust
Every exchange
asks for attention.
These moments depend on preparation. The work is to notice, adapt, and stay responsible for how you practice.
Groundwork
Stay thoughtful
when movement is limited.
Groundwork creates a different kind of challenge. Position, control, and patient problem-solving become central.
It is one of the best trainers for mastering panic.
Learning through demonstration
Details reward
patient attention.
Adaptability
Find another way.
Judo offers many ways to explore movement and balance. A change in position can ask you to let go of one idea and recognize another possibility.
Stay curious. Learning includes discovering when a different approach is needed.
A partner’s trust
Commit to the practice.
Care for the person.
Before your first visit.
Schedule & locationWe practice 1730-1900 every Wednesday on Joint Base Anacostia Bolling in Washington DC. Military CAC needed to enter the base. Please email for current information before planning a visit.
InstructorsBiographies and credentials to be added.
Do I need prior experience?
Tell us about your experience and goals. We’ll confirm suitable training options and how to get started.
What should I bring?
Contact us first so we can confirm clothing, equipment, and any registration requirements.
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