Nga Totara Dojo
Train in judo for all ages with experienced coaches in Masterton.
Club details
- Hours
Monday3:30–10:00 PM
Tuesday5:00–8:30 PM
Wednesday3:30–10:00 PM
Thursday5:00–8:30 PM
FridayClosed
SaturdayClosed
Sunday2:00–3:30 PM
- Phone
- +64 21 248 6111
Address
205 Ngaumutawa Road, Masterton 5810
New Zealand
Phone
Nga Totara Dojo is located at 205 Ngaumutawa Road, Masterton 5810, New Zealand.
Nga Totara Dojo in Masterton offers judo for all ages and skill levels. The club trains at the Nga Totara Scout Hall, a dedicated space for martial arts development. No pre-booking is required—participants can simply show up to any session and try it for free.
The club is proudly affiliated with Judo New Zealand, the national body that oversees judo clubs and organises competitions. It is also a member of the Wellington Judo Association, supporting regional engagement and events. This ensures students have access to structured grading, regular training, and competitive opportunities.
Expert instruction is provided by experienced coaches. Simon Ogden holds a 2nd Dan in Judo and is a Judo New Zealand accredited C2 Club Coach. He has over 10 years of judo coaching experience and more than 15 years coaching Ju Jitsu.
Daniel Chu is a 1st Dan black belt who has competed in Judo since 2004, including in New Zealand and Japan. Stuart Harvey and Foppe De Vries are both 1st kyu (brown belt) practitioners with strong local experience. Stuart is working toward his Judo New Zealand C1 assistant coach accreditation.
With qualified instructors and a supportive environment, Nga Totara Dojo fosters growth, fitness, and discipline for everyone.
Not sure Nga Totara Dojo is the right fit? See the full list of local clubs for Masterton.
Nga Totara Dojo in Masterton has earned a perfect 5/5 rating from five reviewers, who praise it as an excellent place for both children and adults to learn martial arts. The instructors are highlighted for their ability to create a safe, enjoyable, and fitness-focused environment suitable for all ages.
Reviewers consistently describe the dojo as welcoming, with one calling it the best martial arts facility in town. The atmosphere is noted for being friendly and inclusive, with mention of lovely people contributing to a positive experience. Overall, the feedback reflects strong satisfaction with both the teaching and the community environment.
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