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A-Force Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy - Roslyn
5 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Roslyn, 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
- Website & schedule aforcebjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 516-344-7812
The classes they run
“The professors, Max, Gregorio, Flavio and coach usually (Luis) take their time with each kid and they make it fun!”
“Whether you're a complete beginner or a high-level competitor, the coaches tailor their instruction to help you grow.”
“Whether you're a complete beginner or a high-level competitor, the coaches tailor their instruction to help you grow.”
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What members say
“If you’re looking for a place to train with world-class instruction, a welcoming team, and a focus on both skill development and personal growth, A.”
“Whether you're a complete beginner or a high-level competitor, the coaches tailor their instruction to help you grow.”
“Force apart is the community—everyone training here is supportive, motivated, and respectful, creating a positive environment where you can challenge yourself and improve.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming, and the techniques are taught in a way that’s easy to understand while still challenging enough for advanced students.”
“Whether you're a complete beginner or a high-level competitor, the coaches tailor their instruction to help you grow.”
“The facility is always very clean and the view after the roll is very calming.”
From the reviews
Hey all, Aforce's BJJ academies are amazing. They have the best professors and coaches. They all still compete and remain current on the latest techniques. Kind souls with amazing skills. All of the adult and children students are like one giant family stretched across Long Island.
A. Force BJJ is hands down the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy across Long Island! Every location offers top-tier instruction from highly skilled and passionate professors and coaches who are truly dedicated to helping every student grow on and off the mats.
Aforce BJJ is an incredible academy with caring, knowledgeable instructors who make training enjoyable for everyone. Whether you're a complete beginner or a high-level competitor, the coaches tailor their instruction to help you grow.
The instructors are world class with the atmosphere being positive, respectful and focused on personal growth. Whether you are a seasoned athlete or a beginner you will find guidance and support here. The training partners are fantastic and willing to help you improve.
New to BJJ? Start at A-Force Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy - Roslyn
A-Force Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy - Roslyn 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 - Roslyn
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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