Kato's- Judo/Jujutsu Dojo

Kato's- Judo/Jujutsu Dojo Using your attackers weight/strength/force against them! It is a safe and fun recreational activity that emphasizes building character.

This page is a Motivational/ Spiritual /& Intellectual tool used to showcase our Dojo as well as all Martial Arts w/ Mind-Body-Spirit~
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Maximum efficiency…Minimum effort. “Judo is a fusion of ancient combat art, modern sports training, and a philosophy of continuous improvement. It is a complex combat system that preserves martial traditions and techniques of Japan, but is als

o a popular sport that clearly prepares athletes for any physical confrontation off the mat. It is a method of training the body and mind using principals that can also apply to how you laid your life. Both sport and martial art, Judo has unique depth and strength not readily found in other sports or martial arts.”
-Judo Unleashed

Based out of Mankato's Lee's Champion Martial Arts (LCTA). Program Director: John Sonich, Rank-Sankyu,
Official member of USJA (United States Judo Association)

Sensei: Gary Rudenick, 8th Degree Black Belt Rank-Hachidan

Black Belt Instructor: Chad Myers

Instructor: Ryan Thilges, Rank Sankyu

09/07/2026
09/06/2026

No class Monday night September 7th. See everyone Saturday the 12th.

Prepping for the tournament next month. 💪
09/06/2026

Prepping for the tournament next month. 💪

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09/05/2026

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Steel is not born strong. It must face fire, pressure, and countless strikes before becoming a blade worthy of respect. The same is true for the human spirit. Every hardship can shape us, every failure can teach us, and every painful moment can become part of our strength.

The path of the warrior is not about avoiding suffering. It is about learning how to stand again when life pushes you down. An old samurai carries the scars of time, but those scars are not signs of weakness. They are reminders of battles survived, lessons learned, and years spent walking forward.

True strength is built quietly. It grows through patience, discipline, courage, and the determination to continue when the road becomes difficult. Like steel in the hands of a master craftsman, we are shaped by the challenges we endure.

Do not fear the fire. Do not fear the pressure. Let your struggles refine your character and sharpen your purpose. One day, you may look back and realize that the moments which nearly broke you were the same moments that made you stronger.

Walk your path with honor. Endure with patience. Rise with courage.

Today was a good day.
09/05/2026

Today was a good day.

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Come join us Saturday morning from 9-10:30 am. Try something new.
08/28/2026

Come join us Saturday morning from 9-10:30 am. Try something new.

Monday night mayhem! Getting in the reps. 🖤
08/19/2026

Monday night mayhem! Getting in the reps. 🖤

Always trying to be a bit better than yesterday. Welcome Adam to the group. Hard work from these two today. 🙏
08/15/2026

Always trying to be a bit better than yesterday. Welcome Adam to the group. Hard work from these two today. 🙏

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120 N Augusta Court, Ste 106B
Mankato, MN
56001

Opening Hours

9am - 10:30am

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+15073457227

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