Sooner Judo Club of Norman
About
Sooner Judo Club of Norman offers training in judo and MMA disciplines with a focus on traditional techniques and practical self-defense. The gym emphasizes comprehensive martial arts education, including leg grabs, joint locks, and strikes that go beyond modern Olympic judo rules. Members appreciate the professional, knowledgeable instructors who teach not only judo but also aikido, taekwondo, and weapons, creating a well-rounded training environment. The facility operates as a nonprofit, with instructors volunteering their time out of passion for the art rather than financial gain, which members note creates a genuine, dedicated coaching atmosphere.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the high-quality instruction and welcoming atmosphere at Sooner Judo Club. They highlight the knowledgeable instructors who teach traditional judo techniques beyond Olympic rules, including leg grabs, joint locks, and strikes. Reviewers appreciate the nonprofit model where coaches teach out of passion rather than financial gain, creating a genuine learning environment. Many note the reasonable pricing, excellent value compared to other gyms, and the inclusive community where all members feel comfortable training together regardless of gender or experience level.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Erica Slagle
10 months ago
They teach excellent self-defense techniques here. As a woman, I believe this increased my self-confidence and self-control I don’t feel afraid at night in a parking lot anymore. Learning judo here really made me a better person. The instructors are very professional.
William Walters
6 years ago
Probably the best Braziliam jiujitsu and judo gym for the money, most gyms charge 100 to 150 dollars a month while sooner judo club/ Ricardo Cavalcanti Okahoma bJJ is only 30 bucks a month with a insurance fee annually. Hard training, and high level training partners.
noel caddell
10 months ago
This is the best dojo I've trained at, and the instructors are some of the best I've had the chance to train with. This dojo is a nonprofit, so the instructors make nothing from teaching. It's all for the love of the art. Those are the people you want to learn from because it's not about money; it's about spreading the art they love and teaching you!
Lessa Keller-Kenton
7 months ago
Great dojo. The instructors are very knowledgeable, not just in judo but also aikido, taekwondo, and weapons. Currently, there are usually two or so women around my size to work out with. But even if they're not around, all the guys are happy to work with me. Lots of fun learning how to apply techniques across a range of different heights, weights and physical abilities. There are certified coaches and referees around to help train you if you want to compete, but the emphasis is more in "traditional" judo, including all the leg grabs, joint locks, stikes, etc, that have been removed by the Olympics committee. Prices are reasonable. $50/month individual, $80/month for a family. Tuition includes all classes offered by members of Sooner Judo Club. There are other groups that make use of the dojo space, but their tuition is separate. The facility is a bit worn down (it's an old building), but the owners/club members are working on repairs and upgrades as funding allows. P.S. I saw a bunch of nasty reviews for this place dated to May-June of 2025. Apparently they're from a smear campaign left by members of a bjj group that was asked to leave by the building owner. Said bjj group took their anger out on SoonerJudo Club (a fellow renter) even though they weren't directly involved.
Robert
5 months ago
Visited from out of state! Great little dojo. I'll be back when I am in town
scheduleHours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed