If anyone wants to learn something for his/her whole life instead of just throwing or fighting skills, I definitely recommend Sawtelle. Sensei Osugi is just like Dr. Kano (who is the founder of Judo). They both put emphasis on every individuals full development as the real goal of Judo. Yes, championship matters. But without a solid foundation and the right vision/value, you will not make it. In this way, Id like to say every time you come to Sawtelle, you will feel like you are joining a special philosophy class. I am only a parent. But, I learned so much by just sitting here!Not only that. This is the place makes feel like I am in a big family. Sensei Osugi, Sensei Jerry, Sensei Mike and so many other people here are just so nice and friendly. This place just has so many good people who really care about you or your kid. My son just learned so much and enjoyed so much here.Beside the regular 3 times practice during the week, you can also have a lot fun and learn a lot from the beach practice and group hiking too.In this sense, Sawtelle is really really like a community or family.We are very grateful to Sawtelle and Judo. Hope more and more people come and join this big family with us!Our blessings to Sawtelle!

I spend a lot of my youth here. So happy that it’s still running strong. The sensais are fantastic. And it will benefit anyone who wants to study this amazing sport.

Great team. Great people.

Went there in 70s and 80s. Not in Japan but great for america.