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We Share & teach The Same Values You Teach At Home.

Our programs have a strong focus on personal development. The foundations of our morals, values and core character traits are formed in our early years. For this reason, the programs at Tampa Florida Judo are an essential way to enhance the growth and personal development of young students of all ages.

TRADITIONAL MEETS MODERN: SELF DEFENSE & AWARENESS SKILLS FOR THE REAL WORLD

You may have experienced boredom with your usual fitness routine or reached a plateau in your performance or physical fitness results. Our adult programs are the perfect alternative to a boring gym routine, as they help you develop into your maximum potential both physically and mentally by providing real-life self-defense strategies in a fun, focused environment.

Dr. Ferguson's overall knowledge in combatives is vast and he intricately weaves his judo in with other disciplines so seamlessly its almost impossible to stop the techniques. If you are ever blessed to train with Dr. Ferguson I HIGHLY recommend you do so. There aren't many coaches who can bring the physical aspects of competing as well as the mental aspects which are largely overlooked by most coaches. Dr. Ferguson has the ability to get inside the mind of his athletes and alleviate pre-competition jitters. Many times I would be so nervous about an upcoming event that I would pick up the phone to call Dr. Ferguson to have him work his MENTAL MAGIC. With only a few words of hearing me he could hear it in my voice where he needed to take the conversation. This among many other things makes Dr. Ferguson a perfect coach to take your athletics to the next level. You will never find a more complete coach that can take you from the mat, to the weight room, to building mental strength and then finally to the top of your sport like Dr. Rhadi Ferguson can.

“Suga” Rashad Evans

UFC Hall of Famer

Dr. Ferguson goes out of his way to teach not just judo but life skills with constant lectures and motivational speeches to the kids. He takes pride in his students and even worked to help a high schooler who was having some problems with grades achieve the next level including getting her a wrestling scholarship to a University. Her last judo class before heading off to college was an emotional farewell that had all of us in tears as she cried and gave Dr. Ferguson the biggest bear hug. You could see the love and respect in the moment. Dr. Ferguson’s program helps to build the kids into mentally stronger individuals who know what it takes to achieve their goals.

Raymond LaTulippe

Oldsmar

Dr. Ferguson is not about ordinary. He is all about teaching the necessary skills and attitude needed to lead an extraordinary life by doing the extra in ordinary. He has exposed us to the level of hard work that is required to succeed at the highest levels and not accept the ordinary in life. Dr. Ferguson applies the heat in order to mold his students and rebuild them into mentally stronger individuals who know how to apply themselves to excel and be the best they can be. Now this is not for everyone, but because of Dr. Ferguson’s coaching, I feel my daughter can overcome whatever comes her way, and he has set her up to lead an extraordinary life. Dr. Ferguson’s program means so much more for myself and my daughter. Much more than just Judo.

Alan Davidson

Oldsmar

I am tremendously grateful for Dr. Ferguson and Tampa Florida Judo. I appreciate all he’s done to better my children as athletes and students and I appreciate the love and support he’s provided us along the way. One of my most important jobs as a Dad is to see to it that my kids grow up in an environment that builds character and Doc is huge part of what we are trying to accomplish as a family. I would highly recommend Doc and Tampa Florida Judo for anyone that has the hunger and fortitude to improve themselves through the struggle that training and competing in Judo can provide.

Keith Booe

Oldsmar

“Dr. Ferguson, I just wanted to write and thank you for the opportunity for my daughter Ella to train at your dojo, Tampa Florida Judo. She was very excited to be invited to train with you and I appreciate that you are such an open-minded coach that allows her to explore different training options and perspective in order to stimulate continued growth. Your specialized coaching ability give you the insight to to see her strengths as well as areas of opportunity to always improve her Judo. With your help she continues to be a top competitor at any tournament she competes in and we anticipate her continued national ranking this year. Thank you!”

Frank Valenti

Oldsmar

First, I have to say that I've attended many very good seminars, that have all helped me in different ways.... but then you have those milestone moments. Those moments where a light bulb is turned on, and you suddenly see things that you never could, no matter how hard you tried. Dr. Rhadi's seminar was just that for me. I honesty believe if I continue to drill what he showed me that it will change my jiu-jitsu life. What I feared most in my martial arts learning, has never felt more natural in my head, until now. Thank you so much Dr. Rhadi. I honestly truly appreciate your teaching style. Learning doesn't come easy to me, but the way you explained & demonstrated the techniques, made me understand things that I never could. Again, thank you.

Vanessa Retes, BJJ World Champion

Oldsmar

I had the pleasure of attending a seminar by Dr. Rhadi Ferguson this past weekend. Rhadi is an expert of the disciplines of judo and Brazilian jiu-jitsu and his accomplishments in the sporting world speak for themselves. What was more impressive however, was his gift for conveying the seamless transitions and applications of the two arts in an intelligent, articulate and systematic manner. He is the embodiment of a seeming dichotomy to which I aspire: a savage, powerful untamed beast on the mat and a well-spoken, humorous and motivating consummate professional off the mat.Thank you, professor for the experience!

Michael Lee, M.D

Oldsmar

No frills, no AC, no WIFI, no false sense of unearned accomplishment....just unbelievably intense, intelligent training that will that will take you to the next level, no matter what level you currently are, beginner or professional fighter. For parents, this is not for the MMA moms that should've been soccer moms that I see a lot of down here in Florida. This is not for anyone who needs a belt and/or stripe promotion every other month to justify their efforts in the martial arts. Dr. Rhadi Ferguson will let you know his school isn't for everyone, so don't be surprised if it isn't. If it is though, then you will be much better for it.

Timothy Gibson

Oldsmar

This place was referred to me by my Jiu-Jitsu instructor in San Diego. I was visiting my dad for a week and wanted to get some training in while I was out there. Rhadi is a GREAT instructor. An Olympian in Judo and also a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu. I loved the way his class was structured. He also has a great kid's program. I will definitely make this a regular stop whenever I'm in Tampa.

David F.

San Diego

Wow, the level of instruction at this gym is high as ever, look at the credentials of the head instructor, Dr. Rhadi Ferguson, and you’ll see why. Great coaching in detail of moves and ability of Dr. Ferguson to communicate is among the best I’ve seen. The students there are great too, especially the kids. I was very impressed with them. Their toughness, coachability, technique, strength, and so much more. Dr. Ferguson has created some genuine mat monsters. Something I found very unique is he is bilingual, I haven’t seen that stated anywhere. He’d coach some students in English, switch to Spanish for other students, and back to English for others. All without skipping a beat. Overall a great place if you’re into Judo or Jiu Jitsu. You can’t go wrong training at this gym!

Benjamin Germano

Oldsmar

Tampa Florida Judo Judo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Oldsmar

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Hi, I’m Dr. Rhadi Ferguson.

I KNOW HOW DIFFICULT AND CONFUSING
FINDING A MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOL CAN BE.

Our Facility

What Makes Tampa Florida Judo Different From other Schools?

Our Promise at Tampa Florida Judo:

To Train in the
Highest Quality Martial Arts
Program Available

To Focus On
Personal Development
in a Positive Environment

To Offer Programs
Accessible & Enjoyable
by People of Any Age

WHAT IS JUDO?

FUN, EXCITEMENT & PREPARATION: STUDENTS & PARENTS LOVE MARTIAL ARTS TOURNAMENTS!

Our classes fill out quickly, therefore

CHOOSE PROGRAM OF INTEREST :

Dr Rhadi Ferguson

Chief Instructor

Mr. Matthew Arellano

Instructor

We Help Parents Raise Confident Leaders & Adults Reach Their True Potential!

813-501-2827

Enter Your Email to View Current Web Specials & Pricing

Hi, I’m Dr. Rhadi Ferguson.

I KNOW HOW DIFFICULT AND CONFUSINGFINDING A MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOL CAN BE.

We Share & teach The Same Values You Teach At Home.

TRADITIONAL MEETS MODERN: SELF DEFENSE & AWARENESS SKILLS FOR THE REAL WORLD

Our Facility

What Makes Tampa Florida Judo Different From other Schools?

Our Promise at Tampa Florida Judo:

To Train in the Highest Quality Martial Arts Program Available

To Focus On Personal Development in a Positive Environment

To Offer Programs Accessible & Enjoyable by People of Any Age

WHAT IS JUDO?

FUN, EXCITEMENT & PREPARATION: STUDENTS & PARENTS LOVE MARTIAL ARTS TOURNAMENTS!

Our classes fill out quickly, therefore

CHOOSE PROGRAM OF INTEREST :

Dr Rhadi Ferguson

Chief Instructor

Mr. Matthew Arellano

Instructor

We Help Parents Raise Confident Leaders
& Adults Reach Their True Potential!

I KNOW HOW DIFFICULT AND CONFUSING
FINDING A MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOL CAN BE.

To Train in the
Highest Quality Martial Arts
Program Available

To Focus On
Personal Development
in a Positive Environment

To Offer Programs
Accessible & Enjoyable
by People of Any Age