PHOENIX JUDO CLUB

Welcome to the Phoenix Judo Club's official blog site. Phoenix Judo is a USA Judo affiliated Judo Club. We are located in the Bayshore Athletic Club, 14 Plain St. in Braintree, Massachusetts. Please check back often for updates.

During the winter months, please check here for cancellation information due to weather. Information will be posted by 5:00 pm if a cancellation is required during the week. On Saturdays, this information will be posted by 9:00 am. If nothing is posted, please assume that class is running as scheduled.

Holiday cancellations will be posted a few days prior.

Class Schedule

Monday - Kids 6:00 - 7:00
Tuesday - Adults 7:30 - 9:30
Wednesday - nothing
Thursday - Kids 6:00 - 7:00
- Adults 7:30 - 9:30
Friday - nothing (First Fridays are still in effect)
Saturday - Kids 10:00 - 11:00
- Adults 11:00 - 1:00

JAY BROOKS - Head Sensei

5th degree black belt and president of Massachusetts Judo, Jay has been practicing Judo for over 35 years and has run his own Judo club for over 15 years. He is a fierce competitor and a keen technician. He has been competing nationally and internationally for most of his Judo career. Sensei Jay Brooks is a Nationally certified coach.

Our Instructors

Tom Comerford - Sandan Judo, Nidan Seigneury Ju Jitsu and Nidan American Taiho Jitsu (Police Arresting Arts). Student of the arts for over 25 years.


Roger Mazzella - Godan - 12 yers elite ranked player in USA. #2 in USA 2003-2004, US World Cup Team Qualifier 2003-2005, 2007-2008, 5X Rendezvous Bronze Medalist, 2004 Olympic Trials



















Thursday, March 7, 2013

Unfortinately due to the weather, we need to cancel tonight's class on Thursday, March 7, 2013. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Friday, November 2, 2012

First Friday!

Don't forget that tonight is our FIRST FRIDAY WORKOUT!!!!

Big things are happening at Phoenix! Don't miss out!!!!

Saturday, August 4, 2012

What a fantastic First Friday at Phoenix last night!! It was really hot, but everyone worked really hard!! Keep up the great work!!
Update on our schedule:

Monday - Kids 6:00 - 7:00
Tuesday - Adults 7:30 - 9:30
Wednesday - nothing
Thursday - Kids 6:00 - 7:00
                - Adults 7:30 - 9:30
Friday - nothing (First Fridays are still in effect)
Saturday - Kids 10:00 - 11:00
               - Adults 11:00 - 1:00

We are trying to maximize the amount of good training this summer while taking into account everyone's busy summer schedule.


Sunday, October 2, 2011

Phoenix Judo Update

We have been very busy with the influx of new people and the many tournaments and events that have been going on in the last few months, so here is an update:

Congratulations to Sensei Tom Comerford on his promotion to Yodan from USA Judo.  It was extremely well deserved and a long time coming.  Way to go! "Thumbs up Sensei Tommy"

Congratulations to Sensei Roger Mazzella on his recent marriage to Nicky! Lots of love from the entire Phoenix family.

The September first Friday had a fantastic showing and we are looking forward to more of the same, this Friday, October 7, 2011. We have already received notice that many people are coming.  Make every effort to be one of them!

We will be doing our fall promotions on Sunday, November 13, 2011. Stay tuned for more details.

Saturday, August 27, 2011

NEWAZA TOURNAMENT & RANDORI SESSION at Celtic Judo Club Canceled

Due to severe weather conditions the Newaza Tournament has been canceled.

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Cancelling class

classes tonight,Wednesday June 1 will be cancelled due to tornado warning.