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Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies and Programs in New Jersey

15 of the 1,268 martial arts schools we track in New Jersey have pure Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu focus. Full listings for every city are on the New Jersey page.

15schools
15cities
1,268schools statewide

This directory lists martial arts academies specializing specifically in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) rather than mixed striking disciplines. These facilities focus exclusively on ground grappling, leverage-based submissions, and positional control in both Gi and No-Gi formats. Before contacting a school, verify whether their schedule aligns with beginner fundamental blocks and if they supply loaner gear for trial classes.

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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Bernardsville 1

  1. RUSH Mixed Martial Arts Team Joe Moreira

    1 Mine Brook Rd, Bernardsville, NJ 07924-2317

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Bernardsville

Cherry Hill 1

  1. Strive Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy

    1845 Marlton Pike, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003-2051

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Cherry Hill

Lyndhurst 1

  1. Savarese Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    40 Park Ave, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071-1012

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
    Call Website All Lyndhurst

Old Bridge 1

  1. Rolles Gracie Academy

    2333 CR-516, Old Bridge, NJ 08857-1893

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
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Paterson 1

  1. Team Carvalho

    85 Hazel St, Paterson, NJ 07503-2470

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
    Call Website All Paterson

Princeton 1

  1. Princeton Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    741 Alexander Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
    Call Website All Princeton

Red Bank 1

  1. Garden State Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    336 RT-35, Red Bank, NJ 07701-5915

    Kids Program (Ages 4 – 15)

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
    Call Website All Red Bank

Robbinsville 1

  1. Ricardo Almeida Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy

    1167 US-130, Robbinsville, NJ 08691-1104

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
    Call Website All Robbinsville

Scotch Plains 1

  1. Vitor Shaolin Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    1985 Us-22, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
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Totowa 1

  1. Camal and Cruz Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    266 Union Blvd, Totowa, NJ 07512-2609

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
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Union 1

  1. Elijah Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    1330 Stuyvesant Ave, Union, NJ 07083-5381

    Mon 9am-10am, Mon 5:15pm-8:15pm, Tue 6pm-7pm, Wed 9am-10am, Wed 5:15pm-8:15pm, Thu 6:30pm-8:30pm, Sat 9am-12pm, Sun 9:30

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
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Vauxhall 1

  1. Sheridan Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    863 Valley St, Vauxhall, NJ 07088-1245

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
    Call Website All Vauxhall

Voorhees 1

  1. Strive Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy

    3 E Evesham Rd, Voorhees, NJ 08043

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
    Call Website All Voorhees

Wayne 1

  1. Up Top Martial Arts Academy

    87 Berdan Ave, Wayne, NJ 07470-3210

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
    Call Website All Wayne
Uniform requirements apply: Gi classes require a reinforced cotton kimono and belt, while No-Gi classes require a fitted rash guard and board shorts without pockets or metal zippers.

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Good to know

How much do monthly Jiu-Jitsu membership fees cost?

Unlimited BJJ memberships in the US average $140 to $230 per month depending on location and instructor rank. Expect an additional upfront cost of $90 to $160 for an academy-approved Gi or $60 to $100 for a No-Gi rashguard set.

Do I need prior martial arts experience or advanced fitness to start?

No prior experience or elite athletic conditioning is required to begin training. Most BJJ schools offer structured 8- to 12-week fundamental programs that teach basic breakfalls, escapes, and positional hierarchy at a controlled pace.

What is the difference between Gi and No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu classes?

Gi training uses a traditional heavy jacket and pants, allowing fabric grips that slow the pace and emphasize technical leverage. No-Gi training relies on body friction, wrist control, and neck hooks, resulting in a faster-paced session closer to wrestling.

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 15 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 15 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.