Soko Joshi Judo Club

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1622 Castro St
San Francisco, CA 94114

Soko Joshi Judo Club, located in San Francisco, CA, is a women's judo club dedicated to the practice of judo, a Japanese martial art and Olympic sport. Founded by the esteemed Keiko Fukuda, the club focuses on developing self-defense skills, physical fitness, and mental discipline through the art of throwing, grappling, and applying joint locks and strangle holds.

The club prides itself on its strong foundation rooted in Fukuda's teachings, with all current instructors having trained extensively under her guidance. Emphasizing the philosophy of self-improvement and societal betterment, Soko Joshi Judo Club encourages members to embody the principles of being strong, gentle, and beautiful.

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5.07 reviews
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Roja B.
7/14/2025

I'm so glad to have found Soko Joshi. It is such a joy to be in the class and learn from sensei Wilina.

Emily Y.
12/21/2022

I have been with this judo club for a year and the sensei / teacher (Wilina) and her students have been truly welcoming, kind and knowledgeable. Unlike other judo dojos that are geared primarily...

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Tim O.
8/27/2009

If I were a woman I would train at Soko Joshi, but since I am not I have to be satisfied with the once a month Kata clinics that are open to judokas of any gender. The instruction here is awesome,...

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Chris K.
8/31/2017

This my 11-year-old daughter's third year at Soko Joshi Judo Club. This is the only all women and girls judo club and it's nurturing, respectful, grounding, solid. The founder of this dojo, Fukuda...

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Naomi N.
8/6/2009

This is the only all women judo dojo in California. The Noe Valley club is taught by the last surviving student of the founder of judo, Jigoro Kano. Fukuda Sensei is the highest ranked female...

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