Best Judo Club Tempe Near Me

4worldlovers: Dedicated to the advancement and growth of Olympic-style judo through the safe teaching, training and coaching of students of all ages and skills.”

Whether you are looking for a judo school to help your 5-year old learn disciple, coordination or confidence, engage in a physical activity that can help with strength, conditioning or weight, or are an elite competitor honing your tournament techniques and strategies, SWJA Black Belt Sensei’s (teachers) can instruct, strategize and coach you to achieve your goals.

SWJA is home to numerous US Junior and Senior National, US and International Junior Olympic, National Youth and Scholastic, and President Cup Champions, who are also recognition as top ranked players in the US. We also have many students who just think judo is fun.

• Large, raised mat area for safety and comfort; crash pads for special throwing practice

• USA Judo club and black belt instructor/coach/referee members in good standing

• All instruction by certified black belts who have passed national background screening

4worldlovers:
The only Judo school in Arizona that teaches authentic and traditional Kodokan Judo and Japanese Jujutsu for health, personal protection and competition. The Dojo (Japanese for the place to study, learn and practice) is located at 535 West Iron Ave. Suite 121 in Mesa, AZ. We are in the Eastgate Center just behind the Home Depot on Country Club near the US 60. Please feel free to visit us on any of the scheduled class days and times listed below.


RIKI JUDO DOJO FOLLOWS EFFECTIVE SANITATION PRACTICES WHEN CLEANING THE DOJO AFTER EVERY PRACTICE IN READY FOR THE NEXT CLASS. HAND SANITIZER IS PROVIDED IN MULTI LOCATIONS IN THE DOJO AND ARE TO BE USED FREQUENTLY.

RIKI JUDO DOJO SCHEDULE OF CLASSES FOR ADULTS AND YOUTH (6 years and Older)

Stop in anytime to visit Riki Dojo and Interview Riki Katagiri – Adamcik (Head Teacher)

Expert instruction and training from Riki Katagiri-Adamciki a former USA, Japan and International competitor.

Go to our Gallery Page for a look into our school and our students.

4worldlovers: The Jay Pages Jiu-Jitsu & MMA Academy in Tempe is one of Arizona’s premier martial arts academies. With programs for men, women, children specializing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, and self-defense, we invite you to come check us out and see what we have to offer. With over 8500sf of the best equipment and mats you’ll find anywhere, we ensure that you and your family will have a safe, fun experience every time!


The Jay Pages Jiu-Jitsu & MMA Training Center is home to multiple state, national, and world champions! We are also home to one of Arizona’s top Submission Only Competition Teams! The 98 Samurai Sub Squad! Come and see the difference! Come train with some of the best in the state! Learn from our elite level instructors, reach any and all goals, and revolutionize your submission grappling game!

JAY PAGES JIU-JITSU & MMA TRAINING CENTER IN BEAUTIFUL TEMPE, AZ! A BJJ GLOBETROTTER AFFILIATED ACADEMY! VISITOR AND TRAVELER FRIENDLY!

Home of multiple time IBJJF Medalist, multiple time State & American National Champion, and undefeated in MMA, Jay Pages!

On November 1st, 2007, jay received his black belt and on December 8th, 2012, jay received his 1st degree black belt from 3rd degree black belt Arthur ruff! On April 18th, 2014 jay received his 2nd degree black belt and his 3rd degree black belt on February 1st, 2017, and on January 15th, 2022 Jay received his 4th degree black belt from 4th degree black belt Caio Terra. Jay is an official Caio Terra BJJ Association affiliate and black belt, a sport Jiu-Jitsu international federation and international Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu federation registered and certified black belt! On Saturday, November 14th, 2015, jay received his 2nd Dan black belt in submission arts wrestling and black belt in Tewhontatienas catch wrestling under 5th degree black belt Mike Martelle. Jay is one of 6 S.A.W. Black belts in the world!

WE ARE A PROUD MEMBER OF THE CAIO TERRA ASSOCIATION AND THE BJJ GLOBETROTTERS!

FUNDAMENTAL CLASSES FOLLOW THE CURRICULUM set forth by 12-time world champion, Professor Caio Terra!

THE CTA STANDARD: We believe that through Jiu-Jitsu, we can transform lives, building champions on and off the mat!

At Jay Pages Jiu-Jitsu & MMA, we believe in THE ONE TEAM/ONE FAMILY PHILOSOPHY! Everyone gets better together as one team and one family!

FITNESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL! Dynamic movements and actively resisting opponents is what takes our fitness to that next level!

Much different than a traditional cardio class, NO TWO TRAINING SESSIONS ARE EVER GING TO BE THE SAME!

Whether you're a black belt or someone that has never stepped onto a mat before, EVERYONE IS ALWAYS WELCOME!

We teach you PROPER BODY MECHANICS AND PROPER TECHNIQUE that helps you build a strong and solid foundation!

What we teach you in our fundamental classes will help BUILD YOUR BASE AND FOUNDATION so you can evolve and advance to where you can APPLY THE CONCEPTS AND TECHNIQUES AGAINST RESISTING OPPONENTS!