Tamayo's Judo

Tamayo’s Judo Club is a judo training organization based in Palo Alto, California, serving students from across the Bay Area. Its mission is to help people of all ages and skill levels develop inner strength, discipline, and respect through the practice of judo. The club offers classes in a safe, nurturing, and inclusive setting, with instruction led by Sensei Tamayo, Stanford Judo Coach, and a team of experienced instructors.

Training covers core judo principles and techniques, including throws and groundwork, alongside mental and physical conditioning. The club’s newly rebuilt dojo is located at 290 California Avenue, Suite B, and features high-quality spring floors, Swain tatami mats, climate control, a lounge area, and changing rooms. Tamayo’s Judo welcomes members from Palo Alto and nearby communities, including Menlo Park, Mountain View, Cupertino, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, San Mateo, and Redwood City.

Prospective students can contact the club to schedule a free trial class. The website also lists a summer judo camp, schedules, rules, ranks, and technique resources