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Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals and Beginner Classes in New Jersey

19 of the 1,268 martial arts schools we track in New Jersey have jiu-jitsu fundamental classes. Full listings for every city are on the New Jersey page.

19schools
17cities
1,268schools statewide

This directory filters martial arts academies offering dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) fundamental programs designed specifically for beginners. Listed academies provide structured gi classes covering basic position control, escapes, and self-defense concepts under qualified instruction. Before booking a trial, verify class schedule availability and whether the school permits third-party gis or requires academy-branded uniforms.

Clifton 2

  1. Grappling University Martial Arts

    575 Van Houten Ave, Clifton, NJ 07013-2112

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
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  2. Immortals Jiu Jitsu

    199 Scoles Ave, Clifton, NJ 07012

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
    Call Website All Clifton

Hazlet 2

  1. Ahlert Jiu Jitsu

    1322 State Route 36, Hazlet, NJ 07730-1792

    Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Hazlet

  2. Hammer Sports and Performance

    1719 Union Ave, Hazlet, NJ 07730-2443

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
    Call Website All Hazlet

Belle Mead 1

  1. Montgomery Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    21 Bellemead Griggstown Rd, Belle Mead, NJ 08502-4814

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
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Bloomfield 1

  1. Rare Breed Mixed Martial Arts

    65 Washington St, Bloomfield, NJ 07003-2414

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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Closter 1

  1. ODA Jiu Jitsu

    84 Herbert Ave, Closter, NJ 07624-1313

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
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East Brunswick 1

  1. Revel Jiu Jitsu Academy

    8 Cornwall Ct, East Brunswick, NJ 08816-3331

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
    Call Website All East Brunswick

Egg Harbor Twp 1

  1. Harbor Jiu-Jitsu

    3003 English Creek Ave, Egg Harbor Twp, NJ 08234-4800

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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Frankford Twp 1

  1. 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu

    17 US Highway 206, Frankford Twp, NJ 07822-2052

    00 pm 9:30 pm

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
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Glen Rock 1

  1. Trasso Jiu Jitsu & Wrestling

    200 Rock Rd, Glen Rock, NJ 07452-1707

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Glen Rock

Hi-Nella 1

  1. Fighters United MMA

    600 Warwick Rd, Hi-Nella, NJ 08083-2920

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
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Jersey City 1

  1. Studio 1908 Jiu Jitsu

    460 Grand St, Jersey City, NJ 07302-4272

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
    Call Website All Jersey City

Manalapan Twp 1

  1. Lucky Cat Grappling Co.

    205 Park Ave, Manalapan Twp, NJ 07726-8372

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Manalapan Twp

Maplewood 1

  1. Bodega Jiu Jitsu

    6 W Parker Ave, Maplewood, NJ 07040

    Mon 8am-9pm, Wed 8am-9pm, Fri 8am-9pm, Tue 8am-9pm, Thu 8am-9pm, Sun 8am-3pm, Sat 8am-3pm

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Maplewood

Sea Bright 1

  1. Move Jiu Jitsu Academy

    1071 Ocean Ave, Sea Bright, NJ 07760

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Sea Bright

Sparta 1

  1. Pharaohs Muay Thai

    564 Lafayette Rd, Sparta, NJ 07871-4412

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Sparta

Warren 1

  1. Colton Brown Training Center

    10 Community Pl, Warren, NJ 07059

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
    Call Website All Warren

West New York 1

  1. 48th Street Jiu Jitsu

    5918 Bergenline Ave, West New York, NJ 07093

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All West New York
Gi Requirements: Most academies offer loaner gis for initial trial classes, but regular attendance requires purchasing an IBJJF-compliant 350-450 GSM gi costing $80 to $150.

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Good to know

How much do beginner Jiu-Jitsu classes cost in the US?

Monthly tuition for fundamental BJJ programs ranges from $120 to $220 per month for unlimited sessions. Most academies charge an initial registration fee of $30 to $50, which sometimes includes a basic white belt or starter rashguard.

What gear is required for a fundamental gi Jiu-Jitsu class?

Students need a BJJ-specific gi (kimono) made of single-weave or pearl-weave cotton, a white rank belt, and a mouthguard. Women often wear a fitted rashguard or athletic shirt underneath the gi jacket for additional comfort.

How long does a BJJ fundamentals program take to complete?

Standard introductory curricula last 8 to 16 weeks and cover 30 to 50 core techniques. Attending 2 to 3 classes per week allows students to build positional awareness before advancing to intermediate all-levels sparring.

How to lose body fat percentage?

Reducing body fat percentage involves maintaining a moderate energy deficit while engaging in strength training and high-calorie combat sports. Regular practice in disciplines like MMA or Muay Thai builds lean tissue while driving down overall body fat. Users in New Jersey can browse 19 verified martial arts academies offering structured weight management programs.

How to drain fluid from ear?

Draining fluid from an ear—often caused by trauma such as cauliflower ear in grappling—requires sterile medical aspiration using a syringe followed by a compression wrap. Performing this procedure at home without medical expertise carries a severe risk of infection and permanent cartilage deformity. Practicing martial artists in New Jersey should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 19 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.