At Boise Combat Sports, our Judo program is built for one goal: to help students of all ages become stronger, more confident, and more disciplined — on and off the mat.
Whether you’re a parent looking to empower your child or an adult seeking a new challenge, Judo offers something truly special: Olympic-level technique, full-body fitness, and life skills that last.
Originating from Japan and now practiced worldwide, Judo is the art of throws, takedowns, joint locks, and pins. It teaches control, timing, and leverage — not brute strength — making it ideal for kids and adults alike, regardless of size or experience.
Judo builds mental and physical balance, helping students learn how to stay calm, focused, and effective in high-pressure situations.
Throws & Takedowns – Master the art of using an opponent’s energy against them
Balance, Control & Defense – Learn how to move, react, and stay safe
Functional Strength & Conditioning – Judo is a full-body workout every time you train
Discipline, Focus & Mental Fortitude – Set goals, work hard, and grow with every class
Respect & Humility – Judo’s philosophy centers on mutual respect and lifelong learning
Boosts confidence, focus, and self-esteem
Teaches teamwork, discipline, and resilience
Builds bully-proof self-defense without promoting aggression
Provides a positive, structured environment for growth
Burn calories, build real-world grappling skills, and stay sharp
Learn effective takedowns and ground control for sport or self-defense
Experience a welcoming, ego-free community where everyone levels up together
Great for beginners or cross-training athletes (BJJ, MMA, Wrestling)
Judogi (Uniform) & Belt
Slip-On Shoes/Sandals, Water Bottle, Single Layer Mouthguard, Rash Guard
DEASHI – HARAI
Advanced Foot Sweep
HIZA-GURUMA
Knee Wheel
SASAE-TSURIKOMI-ASHI
Propping Drawing Ankle
UKI-GOSHI
Floating Hip
O-SOTO-GARI
Major Outer Reap
O-GOSHI
Major Hip
O-UCHI-GARI
Major Inner Reap
SEOI-NAGE
Shoulder Throw
KOSOTO-GARI
Minor Outer Reap
KOUCHI-GARI
Minor Inner Reap
KOSHI-GURUMA
Hip Wheel
TSURIKOMI-GOSHI
Lifting/Pulling Hip
OKURI-ASHI-HARAI
Sweeping Ankle
TAI-OTOSHI
Body Drop
HARAI-GOSHI
Hip Sweep
UCHI-MATA
Inner Thigh Reap
KOSOTO-GAKE
Minor Outer Hook
TSURI-GOSHI
Lifting Hip
YOKO-OTOSHI
Side Drop
ASHI-GURUMA
Leg Wheel
HANE-GOSHI
Springing Hip
HARAI-TSURIKOMI-ASHI
Sweeping Drawing Ankle
TOMOE-NAGE
Circular Throw
KATA-GURUMA
Shoulder Wheel
SUMI-GAESHI
Corner Throw
TANI-OTOSHI
Valley Drop
HANE-MAKIKOMI
Springing Wraparound
SUKUI-NAGE
Scooping Throw
UTSURI-GOSHI
Hip Shift
O-GURUMA
Big Wheel
SOTO-MAKIKOMI
Outer Wraparound
UKI-OTOSHI
Floating Drop
O-SOTO-GURUMA
Major Outer Wheel
UKI-WAZA
Floating Throw
YOKO-WAKARE
Side Separation
YOKO-GURUMA
Side Wheel
USHIRO-GOSHI
Back Hip Throw
URA-NAGE
Back Throw
SUMI-OTOSHI
Corner Drop
YOKO-GAKE
Side Hook