Wade embarked on his Judo and Sambo journey in 2008 in Austin, Texas, attaining Shodan in 2015 and Nidan in 2021. Relocating to Dallas in 2016, he joined Dallas Fire Rescue as a Firefighter-Paramedic while becoming an integral part of Eastside Dojo. He is a USA Judo national level coach, he co-founded Eastside Sambo Club in 2021 and is actively assisting coaching efforts. His remarkable track record includes numerous national championships and international medals in both Judo and Sambo.
Achievements include:
x4 Sambo National team member 2013, 2014, 2017, 2021
2013 British Sambo open 3rd place sport
2014 Belgian Sambo open 1st place sport sambo
2014 Kharlampiev Sambo World Cup team member 74kg sport
2017 Kharlampiev Sambo World Cup team member 74kg sport
2017 World Police and Fire Games 3rd place
2021 Sambo World Championships team member 71kg sport
2022 Veterans Judo World Championship team 73kg M1
2022 USA Judo #1 ranked M1 73kg
2023 World Police and Fire Games 3rd place
2023 Veteran Pan Ams 3rd place
2023 Jalisco Cup 1st place
Eastside Dojo in Plano has an excellent Judo facility accompanied by great coaches and a very welcoming family environment. They have Judo for all ages & sizes. This is where Champions are made.
Had my first day, really was a great learning experience! Josh does a fantastic job explaining the fundamentals and building on them with new techniques to apply. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming. Can't wait to continue!
This is an awesome dojo, best coaches ever, friendship and dedication all the time!
I would recommend Eastside Dojo 1000x over, try them out, they are simply amazing!