

Learn Judo Newaza in a progressive manner
Master Judo Ground Combat Skills (Newaza) with School of Judo
School of Judo’s Limited Period Ground Combat Classes
School of Judo’s Beginner-friendly Ground Combat Classes will equip you with all the necessary skills for ground grappling for self-defence, fun and fitness.
In this limited period of 10 weeks, you will learn, practise and equip yourself with 19 Judo Newaza techniques consisting of:
6 Immobilization Techniques/Pins
(you will learn how to hold down an opponent effectively)
5 Chokes/Strangulation Techniques
8 Joint Lock Techniques
These techniques will help you level up your ground grappling game – whether you are learning Judo for fun, to compete or for self-defence.
Our classes are beginner-friendly, so no prior Judo experience is necessary!
Classes are held every Wednesday, 7.30pm – 9.00pm at Yo:HA Tampines, Block 3, #03-12.
Sign up for our FREE trial session below!

Progressive and Deep Learning of Judo Ground Combat
In only 10 weeks of intense and progressive learning, you will:
+ Understand and apply key principles in Judo
+ Practise and perfect Judo techniques you can use in sparring, competition and self-defence
+ Attain a wholistic skillset for Judo ground grappling
In every class our coaches will teach you at least 2 technical lessons, and facilitate 1 ground sparring session for you to hone your skills.
Lesson No | Technique 1 | Technique 2 |
---|---|---|
1 | Scarf Hold | Cross Armlock (Juji Gatame) |
2 | Side Control | Entangled Armlock ( Ude Garami) |
3 | Front 4 Quarters | Naked Strangle |
4 | Lengthwise Hold | Half-cross Strangle |
5 | Shoulder hold | Sliding Collar Strangle |
6 | Stomach Armlock | Single Wing Strangle |
7 | Floating Hold | Reverse Cross Strangle |
8 | Leg entanglement (Ashi garami) | Armlock with Leg |
9 | Armpit Armlock | Stomach Armlock |
10 | Modified Holds | Transition from Hold to Lock |
Class Details
Day/Time : Wednesdays, 7.30pm to 9.00pm
Run Date : NOW until 25th Jan 2023
Location: Yo:HA Commercial Tampines, Block 3, #03-12
Class Structure
In each class, our coaches will give you meticulous and detailed instruction every step of the way, starting with:
1. Warm-up Stretches and Basic Agility Exercises
2. Ground Combat(Newaza)-specific Exercises
3. Technical Lesson & Practise ( 2 new techniques each session)
4. Ground Combat Sparring and Modified Judo Sparring
Each class will help you build your ground combat and self-defence confidence, and “level up” your technical skills!
Benefits of Learning Judo Ground Combat
+ Ground Combat Skills are easy to learn – you will leave each session feeling accomplished.
+ Direct applicability – you can immediately apply the skills you learnt in ground sparring and practical situations
+ You will improve your general fitness and stamina
+ Developing ground combat skills gives you confidence for self-defence
SOJ’s Wednesday Ground Combat classes are on a limited run, so sign up now while they last!
Sign up for out Free Trial today and be part of the SOJ family !

Learn From Experienced Coaches; Azfar, Vincent, Mike
Head Coach Azfar Ali has a wealth of experience in Judo; At the international stage, he managed the Singapore Judo National Team at SEA Games 2017, 2019, 2021 and played a key role in identifying and developing talent for the national senior and youth teams.
Locally, he is the current Judo coach at Saint Joseph’s Institution, Catholic Junior College and Singapore Judo Club, and has also previously coached Judo in BJJ, Krav Maga and MMA gyms.
Coach Vincent Viceconte is a lifelong Judo practitioner and has been an active competitor in the Singapore Judo scene, having finished top 3 in many of the competitions he took part in.
Coach Mike Hou’s expertise in psychology and experience as a Navy Major informs his approach to coaching in Judo. Coach Mike’s patient and methodological approach to coaching has helped hundreds of students understand core concepts behind Judo techniques.
Questions? Just ask us!
School of Judo
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Contact us:
admin@schoolofjudo.com
or call/Whatsapp us at +65 8518 5754
Opening Hours:
Judo Technical Class:
Sundays 3:00pm – 5.00 pm
Wednesdays: 7.30pm – 9.00pm
Open Mat Sessions
Sundays 5.00 pm – 6:00pm
Location :
yo:HA Commercial@Tampines
Block 3, #03-12
6, Tampines St 92, Singapore 528893
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