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A-Force Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy - Syosset
5 ★★★★★ 86 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Syosset, 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
- 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
“Last night, while attending my son’s training session at Syosset, I was so focused on capturing memorable moments of him on camera that I accidentally dropped $200 from my pocket.”
“It's not just about the classes - they've guided and encouraged my daughter to join tournaments, instilling in her a healthy competitive spirit and resilience.”
“They have not only learned valuable self-defense skills but have also developed important life skills such as discipline, respect, and perseverance.”
“The AForce BJJ Academy caters to all levels of BJJ and has a great Muay Thai kickboxing program as well.”
Other martial arts here
“A few months later, he tried Muay Thai and was hooked as well.”
“The Academy specializes in both BJJ and Muay Thai kickboxing.”
What members say
“Highly recommend to any parent looking for top-quality Jiu Jitsu and amazing instructors.”
“The AForce BJJ Academy caters to all levels of BJJ and has a great Muay Thai kickboxing program as well.”
“Plus, the atmosphere is super chill, the people are really friendly, and they make you feel welcome from day one.”
“The professors do a great job of keeping it very fun while teaching technique.”
“Your children will be in amazing hands, building confidence and lifelong skills that go well beyond the mats, carrying over into their daily lives.”
“It's not just about the classes - they've guided and encouraged my daughter to join tournaments, instilling in her a healthy competitive spirit and resilience.”
From the reviews
A-Force is a fantastic academy for all ages and skill levels. Professors Andre and Alex are world class competitors and instructors. The instruction is excellent. Fellow A-Force members make you feel like family from day 1. My 6 year old son recently started and it is his favorite activity.
This is an Amazing place if you want to learn the arts of self defense in learning Muay Thai and Brazilian jujitsu while enjoying your self and having fun, the instructors are very professional, kind, patient, and go above and beyond to make you feel at peace.
My family and I have been training at Aforce BJJ Academy for 4+ years. My children are 6, 8, and 9 (2 girls and 1 boy). The Academy specializes in both BJJ and Muay Thai kickboxing.
Having enrolled my 10-year-old daughter last September into the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program at A-Force in Syosset, I felt compelled to share our positive experience with others. A-Force has far exceeded our expectations in every respect.
New to BJJ? Start at A-Force Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy - Syosset
A-Force Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy - Syosset 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 - Syosset
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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