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A-Force Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy - Great Neck
5 ★★★★★ 207 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Great Neck, New York
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule aforcebjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 516-344-7812
Hours
| Monday | 8–11:30 am, 4–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9–11 am, 4:30–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 8–11:30 am, 4–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9–11 am, 4:30–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 8–10 am, 6–9 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–12:30 pm |
The classes they run
“Great instructors, everyone is pleasant, they understand how to work with children at all different levels and they make it fun for them!”
“We tried out the Kids Comp Class in the Great Neck location & it was great!”
“World class ranked jujitsu athletes teach the course and are active in competition , or self defense .”
“The facility is clean, well lit, safe, and welcoming to beginners, as I have only trained for 3 months or so as of writing this review.”
Other martial arts here
“The level of expertise Coach Alex brings to Muay Thai is truly unparalleled.”
What members say
“Great instructors, everyone is pleasant, they understand how to work with children at all different levels and they make it fun for them!”
“Coach Alex personally greeted me and took the time to chat, immediately showcasing the welcoming and inclusive atmosphere of this gym.”
“Visiting family for the holidays, I had the incredible opportunity to train here, and from the moment I walked in, Coach Alex and the team made me feel completely at home.”
“His depth of knowledge, keen eye for technique, and ability to tailor instruction to each individual are exceptional.”
“My daughter's skills and confidence have grown tremendously, and BJJ training at A-Force has become an important part of her identity.”
“The facility is clean, well lit, safe, and welcoming to beginners, as I have only trained for 3 months or so as of writing this review.”
From the reviews
My family and I have been students for three years and have made the best choice possible . Anti bullying training is amazing . Physical fitness is amazing . Professor Andre Alex and Luan and instructors are just AMAZING. I am 55 years old and disabled, my sons 18 and 12 have been students for 3-4 years now . Simply .
My kids have trained here for almost two years. Andre has created a great program where they are engaged and challenged during every class - he makes it really fun for them. You can tell that Andre truly loves kids, he treats each one of them like they were his own, with patience and kindness.
AForce BJJ is an amazing place. The instructors are dedicated, thoughtful, compassionate and combine creativity with experience into each session. I can honestly say we started alone with humble aspirations, not knowing what to expect and now we find ourselves surrounded by family guiding our every step.
I've been training at A-force BJJ for two months, and it's a awesome gym. Andre and Alex are both two incredible instructors, who are both professional and very kind. The atmosphere is great, and everyone there is nice, and friendly. I would recommend this Jiu Jitsu gym to anybody interested in learning the sport.
New to BJJ? Start at A-Force Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy - Great Neck
A-Force Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy - Great Neck comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at A-Force Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy - Great Neck
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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