Fighting Fitness Judo brings judo — one of the world's most complete and respected martial arts — to the heart of Woking and Surrey. Classes for all ages, from toddlers to adults, with genuine member stories and current public feedback available on Google.
Founded in 1882, judo is an Olympic martial art that builds real self-defence skills, physical fitness, and mental resilience. It is one of the safest and most effective martial arts for children — and one of the most rewarding for adults.
READ CURRENT GOOGLE FEEDBACKThere are many martial arts to choose from in Woking. We are biased, of course — but we are also honest. Judo is an Olympic sport, a proven self-defence system, and a discipline that develops the whole person. Here is why so many Woking families choose it.
Judo was founded in 1882 specifically to be effective in real-world situations. Unlike many martial arts, every technique is practised against a resisting partner — so what you learn actually works.
Judo is often called 'the gentle way', but it demands enormous mental discipline. Our members develop focus, resilience, and the ability to stay calm under pressure — skills that transfer directly into everyday life.
The relationships built on the mat at Fighting Fitness Judo last a lifetime. Our 500+ members are a genuine community — welcoming, supportive, and proud of what they have built together in Woking.
Every programme is built around the needs of our members — structured, progressive, and genuinely fun.
Your child's first steps on the mat. Fun, safe, and confidence-building judo for toddlers in Woking.
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Start your judo journey →Challenging, technical judo for all abilities. Beginners welcome. No ego, just progress.
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Start your judo journey →WOKING DOJO
Baltic House 6, Lansbury Business Estate
102 Lower Guildford Road, Knaphill
Woking, GU21 2EP
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Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about choosing judo as a martial art and trying a Woking class.
Yes. Judo is a Japanese martial art founded in 1882 by Jigoro Kano. It is one of only two martial arts in the Olympic Games (alongside taekwondo) and is widely regarded as one of the most complete and practical martial arts in the world.
We welcome children from age 3 in our Tigers programme. Every age group has its own dedicated class, so your child will always train with peers at the same stage of development.
None at all. Every programme at Fighting Fitness Judo is designed to welcome complete beginners. We will take care of everything from your very first session.
Judo is a grappling martial art — it focuses on throws, takedowns, and ground control rather than striking. This makes it particularly effective for self-defence and an excellent complement to striking arts. It is also one of the safest martial arts for children, as there is no punching or kicking.
Our Woking dojo is at Baltic House 6, Lansbury Business Estate, 102 Lower Guildford Road, Knaphill, Woking, GU21 2EP. We also have a second location in Merrow, Guildford.
Claim one free trial class and experience Fighting Fitness Judo for yourself, then save £100 on enrolment when you join. No commitment, no pressure — just great judo.