Nippon Judo Schools is a judo club on Auckland's North Shore that welcomes beginners and competitive judoka alike. It was started in 2000 by founder Johan Boshoff, after he emigrated to New Zealand, and it began with classes run in schools. When some members became competitive, the club found a permanent dojo at 877 East Coast Road, which the club's site gives as Torbay. Many sessions still run at schools across the North Shore and West Auckland. Current classes include Monday at Hobsonville Point Secondary School and Wednesday at Rutherford Primary School on Te Atatū Peninsula. Fees vary by class type and how often a student attends, and the first lesson is free. The club has a grading system and publishes information on enrolment. Our pick on the North Shore for a child or adult who wants to try judo.