A first martial art for Newcastle kids, from Tiny Tots to teens
Newcastle is about 25 minutes from our mats in Mustang. Families come for beginner-friendly judo, a parent-and-child class for little ones, and coaches who teach kids to fall safely first.
Starting young? Here's the path.
Plenty of Newcastle families find us when their oldest is still in preschool. This is how kids typically move through Dominion as they grow.
Ages 3 to 6: Tiny Tots
A coach-led class every weekday at 10 am where a parent and child do rolls, balance work, and games together. $100 a month. About Tiny Tots
Ages 9 and up: youth judo
Monday and Wednesday evenings. Breakfalls first, then throws and pins, with colored belts to earn. About youth judo
When they're ready: compete
Optional. Dominion students enter Oklahoma Judo Association and USA Judo tournaments with their coaches. The competition team
Why judo is a good first martial art
Judo has no punching or kicking. It's about balance, grips, and throws, and the very first thing every student learns is how to fall without getting hurt.
That makes it a confidence-builder for shy kids and a constructive outlet for the ones with energy to spare. Kids learn to bow in, listen to a coach, work with partners of every size, and stay calm when someone is pushing back.
Head coach Jhonatan Gutierrez was a senior national champion in Peru and competed at the Pan American Championships. He still competes, winning the -73 kg division at the 2026 Panamerican Judo Tour, and teaches beginners with the same precision he uses on the international mat.
Getting here from Newcastle
- Distance
- 17.7 miles
- Typical drive
- About 25 minutes
- Your county
- McClain (we're in Canadian)
Route: Take Highway 37 west toward Tuttle, then Mustang Road north across the Canadian River to Highway 152. Turn right on 152; East Highline Lane is less than half a mile ahead. Open in Google Maps.
Free week for Newcastle families
Tell us your child's age and we'll text you back with the class that fits, whether that's Tiny Tots at 10 am or judo at 6 pm.
- Address
- 1216 E Highline Ln
Mustang, OK 73064 - Call or text
- (405) 814-0243
- [email protected]
- Hours
- Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 7:30 pm
Questions from Newcastle families
How far is Dominion Academy from Newcastle?
About 18 miles, or roughly 25 minutes, via Highway 37 and Mustang Road.
What's the youngest age you take?
Tiny Tots starts at age 3, with a parent on the mat. Evening judo and wrestling start at 9, and younger kids are evaluated case by case.
Is judo or wrestling better for a shy kid?
Many parents of shy kids start with judo, because it opens with safe falling, bowing, and structured partner drills. Try both during your free week and see which one your child lights up for.
Can I stay and watch?
Yes. Parents are welcome to watch any class from the seating along the mat. In Tiny Tots, you're on the mat with your child.