Yorkeys Knob (Cairns), QLD

FROM FLIP-FLOPS
TO HIP THROWS

"The only place in Yorkeys where throwing your friends is encouraged."

Serious Judo. Tropical Attitude.

We combine Olympic-level discipline with the relaxed spirit of the Far North. Leave your ego at the door (but you can keep your tan).

Est. 2000

The O.G. Judo club of the Northern Beaches. Founded by Karl Michaelis, we've been throwing people onto mats for over 20 years.

Massive Mat Area

28m x 12m of permanent mats. That's the largest in Queensland. Plenty of room to fall safely.

Community First

Free trials. No lock-in contracts because we know you'll want to come back anyway.

Kids Judo Class
Start Young!

Classes for Everyone

Junior Judoka (8-10 yrs)

Fun Focus

Active lifestyle intro. Safe rolling, balance, and coordination games. We tire them out so you don't have to.

10-12 and Teens (10-16 yrs)

Skill Focus

Learning real Judo. Safe falling (Ukemi), throwing techniques, and groundwork. Building confidence and discipline.

Teens & Adults (16+)

Sweat Focus

Fitness, self-defense, and competition pathways. Work towards your Black Belt or just get fit in a humidity-defying workout.

The Schedule

School Terms Only. (We go fishing on Public Holidays).

Class Age When Time Intensity

Come Say G'day

Located at Yorkeys Knob. Look for the big shed with the people in pajamas.

Address

119 Wattle St, Yorkeys Knob, QLD 4878

Phone

0404 849 403

📍 15 Mins from CBD

© Northern Beaches Judo Club.