Kosen Judo

Kosen Judo: Where Tradition Meets Modern Ground Game

Welcome to Kosen Judo, a style rooted in the principles of Jigoro Kano and built for practitioners who appreciate both clean technique and intelligent ground grappling. Unlike Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, every exchange in Kosen Judo begins standing, where taking your opponent down with skillful throws is just as important as securing the submission that finishes the match.

Kosen Judo blends nage-waza (throwing techniques) with ne-waza (groundwork), giving you a complete, well-rounded grappling game. You’ll learn to throw with precision, control transitions, and apply submissions within a clearly defined—and safer—ruleset.

In Kosen Judo, legal submissions focus on elbow-based locks (straight armbars, kimuras, americana-style attacks) and chokes that don’t pressure the spine. The pace is faster than BJJ, the movements are fluid, and the training is surprisingly kind to the body—making it a perfect fit for both younger athletes and seasoned practitioners who want longevity on the mats.

Most importantly, Kosen Judo stays true to judo culture: respect, discipline, efficiency, and technique over force. Our instructors are dedicated to teaching the classical foundations while making the training modern, engaging, and fun.

And if you’re not excited about the new BJJ trend of heel hooks, wrist locks, toe holds, and other “see-you-in-physio” attacks… you're going to love Kosen Judo’s cleaner, more sensible rules. It’s perfect for anyone who wants to train hard and still be able to walk the next morning.

Come discover a dynamic martial art that balances tradition, strategy, and a fast-paced ground game—all without sacrificing your joints.