Is Hanabi Judo worth it?

Parents recommend Hanabi Judo and the average rating is 5 out of 5. Overall, the reviews indicate that Hanabi Judo provides engaging and enjoyable experiences for children.

What ages can go to Hanabi Judo ?

Hanabi Judo has camps and birthday parties for children for all ages. Age-appropriate activities are designed to engage and inspire children at different developmental stages.

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Hanabi Judo

Hanabi means "Fireworks" in Japanese and its energy, brightness and excitement truly express the spirit of our judo. For almost half a century we have been a part of the Albany and Berkeley community developing not just champions but good people of strength and character.

A part of the Albany community for over 50 years, Hanabi Judo offers classes for people ages three to seventy-three - and beyond.

Our goal is to become a healthy and fun part of your life. We have produced over a hundred state, national, and international champions, but most of our members don’t actually compete but simply enjoy working out and learning in our friendly atmosphere. We have classes of various levels for children and adults.

Founded in 1965

Our Staff

Dan Augustine, Owner and Head Sensei is a 6th degree black belt who also holds a MA in Educational Administration, an Elementary and Physical Ed. teaching credential from the State of California and speaks fluent Japanese and Spanish. He is the father of three grown children.

Tax ID (EIN): 81-4985334

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5.0 (6)

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(Parents' Night Out)

March 9, 2022 - Danae Bleuel Bleuel

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Dan who is in charge of the Dojo is very nice and welcoming. Even though our kids were not in the printed list due to server error he was very helpful in the matter to make sure everything was in order. Our kids had a wonderful time in attending the parents night out and told us they wanted to do it again. This was there first time being with other kids out for an evening that were not family or close friends. It was good to get them out of there comfort zone. I even explained this to Dan and he said not to worry they would do just fine. I can't wait to have our daughter do a free day trail at the Dojo itself to see if she wants to enroll in classes. BTW our kids are 4 and 8 for reference.

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(Martial Arts & Japanese Culture Camp)

July 24, 2021 - Jaymee Pasco

Lilian Miwa - My usually difficult 11 year old loves Hanabi! He's learned judo, Japanese writing and culture and he has fun! And as a mom of 3 kids with full time employment, I love how flexible it is. We can choose to do in person for a week and do online camp the next week when things are hectic. All my kids are too young to be vaccinated, so I'm always concerned about COVID safety precautions, but I feel confident with Hanabi. Domo arigato!!

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("Manga" and "Anime")

July 1, 2020 - Simone Ehrlich

Hanabi judo has the best virtual summer camp you can imagine! It is engaging and the kids don’t spend all the time glued to the screen because there are physical and art activities. They also get some much needed socialization with other kids. The instructors are patient and pay a lot of individual attention to each kid. Fantastic program!

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Can you please clarify if these classes are everyday (M-F) or some days of the week? (Parent's Night Out @ Hanabi Judo) -

asked on Aug 21, 2020

Aug 21, 2020 - Dan Augustine

Our on-line classes are Monday-Friday..Please feel free to contact me directly at my cell no. Of 415-971-0885. If you have more questions. -

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Is it possible to sign up for one class before going full month? (Parent's Night Out @ Hanabi Judo) -

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Is there a trial class? I have a 3.5 year old granddaughter who may be interested to sign up for the class. (Parent's Night Out @ Hanabi Judo) -

asked on Jul 23, 2020

Jul 23, 2020 - Dan Augustine

Have her try it! We have 3 year olds who have taken part. They usually enjoy it! -

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How to access free trial class? (Honto no Judo (Intermediate Judo))

asked on Jun 30, 2020

Jul 01, 2020 - Dan Augustine

Send us an email and we’ll send you the link. -

Jul 23, 2020 - Madeleine Olivia wong

My email phil_tse@pacbell.net -

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Hanabi Judo

Hanabi is a bright, friendly Judo Dojo that develops not just champions, but good people of strength and character.

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