Judo In Dunmore – Great For Self Defense

If you’re a parent in Dunmore, Throop, or Olyphant, you’re likely looking for an activity for your child—or yourself—that goes beyond simple exercise. You want a discipline that builds confidence, respect, and real-world safety. While many people search for “BJJ near me,” there is a hidden gem in the martial arts world that provides a superior foundation for self-defense: Judo.

At Good Tree MMA, we are proud to host one of the most robust Judo programs in the Scranton area. Here is why this Olympic sport is becoming the go-to choice for Dunmore families.

1. Learning How to Fall (The Most Important Skill)

In most self-defense situations, the first thing that happens is someone loses their balance. In Judo, the very first thing we teach is Ukemi—the art of falling safely. Whether it’s on the mats at our Dunmore facility or a slip on an icy sidewalk in Green Ridge, knowing how to protect your head and joints during a fall is a life-saving skill that stays with a student forever.

2. Standing Your Ground in Dunmore

Most martial arts schools focus either entirely on striking or entirely on ground grappling. Judo is the “bridge.” It teaches students how to use an attacker’s momentum against them to stay on their feet. For parents in the Dunmore School District looking for “anti-bullying” solutions, Judo is ideal because it allows a child to neutralize a threat without necessarily having to throw a punch.

Watch: Judo in Action at Good Tree MMA

In this video, you can hear the energy and see the precision that makes Judo such an exciting sport for all ages.

3. A Supportive Community Near Throop and Olyphant

We know that the Mid Valley area is full of hardworking families. Our gym reflects that. We aren’t just a “fight club”; we are a community center where students from Throop, Peckville, and Dunmore come together. As we highlight in our school philosophy, we believe in outworking your goals. Whether that goal is a yellow belt or simply improved fitness, the team at Good Tree is there to push you.

4. Judo vs. BJJ: Why Not Both?

Many of our students from Scranton and Clarks Summit find that Judo perfectly complements our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program. While BJJ is elite for ground control, Judo gives you the “takedown” advantage. At Good Tree MMA, we offer a combined curriculum that ensures you are dangerous in every phase of a physical encounter.

5. Get Started at Our Dunmore Location

Located conveniently at 217 E. Drinker St in Dunmore, we are just minutes away for anyone living in the Scranton/Lackawanna County area. We invite you to come in and see a class in person.

Ready to start your journey?

We offer a Free Trial Class for both kids and adults. See why our Judo team is the largest and most active in the region.

Call us today at (570) 851-6784 or stop by the gym to learn more!