Judokan Dojo - St. Thomas The Apostle Parish Center

Judokan Dojo - St. Thomas The Apostle Parish Center is located at 9 Margin St, Peabody, MA 01960, United States of America. Judokan Dojo - St. Thomas The Apostle Parish Center offers structured martial arts training for children and adults in Peabody.

The club operates out of the St. Thomas The Apostle Church, Parish Center, providing a dedicated space for disciplined practice and personal growth. Yigal Peeri, a 4th Dan in Judo, leads instruction with expertise spanning multiple disciplines including GoJuRyu Karate, KravMaga, and TaiChi.

He is supported by Tim Byrne, a 2nd Dan in Judo, who brings additional experience as a Court Officer and retired Military Officer.

Their combined backgrounds create a well-rounded learning environment focused on technique, safety, and respect.

The club delivers Judo for Children and Adults with sessions scheduled throughout the week.

Junior judoka train on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, building foundational skills in a supportive group setting. Adults Judo sessions follow immediately after junior classes on weekdays and continue on Saturday afternoons, allowing flexibility for working members.

These sessions emphasize technical development, physical conditioning, and the core principles of judo such as balance, leverage, and timing.

Beyond traditional judo, the club expands its offerings to include Krav Maga on Thursday evenings, catering to adults seeking practical self-defense training. Adults TaiChi is available on Saturday mornings, promoting mindfulness, coordination, and gentle movement.

Additional programs in GoJuRyu Karate and Personal Training provide further opportunities for skill diversification.

This variety supports a broad range of interests and fitness goals within the same community.

The presence of multiple black belt-ranked instructors ensures high-quality guidance across all programs.

With Yigal Peeri holding a 4th Dan and Tim Byrne a 2nd Dan, students benefit from experienced mentorship.

The club fosters a culture of continuous learning, where belt progression and personal development go hand in hand.

Members train in a structured yet inclusive atmosphere, making it accessible to newcomers while supporting long-term practitioners.