Forge the body. Temper the spirit.
Why Choose Renyuken Dojo?
Renyuken Dojo blends Judo's throw with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu's ground control into a single, connected system - for kids, teens, and adults in Concord, CA.
Adult Judo
Adult Judo at Renyuken Dojo is designed for both beginners and experienced grapplers. You’ll learn the throws, footwork, and grip fighting techniques that make judo one of the most effective standing arts in the world. Each throw will then be followed up with ground techniques, connecting directly to the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) control positions taught throughout the dojo. Classes progress at a pace that acknowledges that adults are balancing work, family, and other commitments, allowing for serious training without the ego.
Kids Judo
Kids Judo introduces young students to the same throws and principles taught in adult classes, but tailored to their age, attention span, and coordination. Instead of practicing techniques in isolation, children learn judo as it's meant to be learned: through a game of balance, timing, and problem-solving against a partner. Throughout the process, they develop focus, respect, and physical confidence that extend well beyond the mat.
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Our Philosophy
At Renyuken Dojo the body is forged through the physical discipline of training, and the spirit is tempered through the challenges of learning something difficult.
Judo, meaning “The Gentle Way,” was founded by Jigoro Kano in 1882 at the Kodokan in Tokyo, Japan.
Its purpose is not just physical training, but character development.
At Renyuken Dojo, we emphasize:
- Control before power
- balance before force
- Character before victory
We train students to stay composed under pressure – a skill that transfers into school, work, and life.
Meet The Instructor
Lawrence Yanogacio
2nd Dan Judo | Purple Belt Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Sensei Lawrence Yanogacio began judo at age six at the Sunnyvale Judo Club, where he learned the discipline and techniques of the art. He trained and competed throughout his youth.
Today, he holds a 2nd-degree black belt in Judo and a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Sensei Lawrence combines judo fundamentals with practical lessons from wrestling and BJJ, focusing on technique, respect, and personal growth for his students.