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Atlas Jiu Jitsu & MMA
5 ★★★★★ 129 Google reviews · BJJ gym in South Glens Falls, New York
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 (ages 4–15) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule atlasjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (518) 227-0436
Hours
| Monday | 5–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5–8 PM |
| Friday | 5–8 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son, who had no prior BJJ training, was welcomed into the classes by all the students and everyone made a concerted effort to help him with the movements and techniques.”
“Whether you are looking for a new hobby or are pursuing to become an elite competitor, I could not recommend a better place for anyone to learn.”
“A lot of great people, it's a great atmosphere and it's just all around fun plus you will grow as a human as well as learning a lot of great stuff for self defense”
“He is passionate about this art, and provides a challenging but inclusive atmosphere for anyone from beginner to world-class athlete.”
Other martial arts here
“Whether you’re looking to start your jiu jitsu or kickboxing/ MMA journey or finding a new gym you will not be disappointed with what Atlas has to offer.”
“Plus they dont just offer Jiu-Jitsu there is more that is offered, kick boxing and strength and conditioning.”
“Whether you’re looking to start your jiu jitsu or kickboxing/ MMA journey or finding a new gym you will not be disappointed with what Atlas has to offer.”
What members say
“Professor Joe is very knowledgeable, and takes time to work with all students together and personally during classes.”
“The coaches are knowledgeable and friendly, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the training partners push you to get better while still keeping it safe and fun.”
“The coaches are knowledgeable and friendly, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the training partners push you to get better while still keeping it safe and fun.”
“My son, who had no prior BJJ training, was welcomed into the classes by all the students and everyone made a concerted effort to help him with the movements and techniques.”
“Whether you’re looking for jiujitsu, kickboxing, or strength and conditioning the coaches here are amazing and very knowledgeable.”
“Whether you are looking for a new hobby or are pursuing to become an elite competitor, I could not recommend a better place for anyone to learn.”
From the reviews
My son and I have been training at Atlas Jiu-Jitsu in the South Glens Falls for just shy of 3 years now. The atmosphere is amazing. Everyone is welcoming, everyone who trains is always looking to help their team mates improve at Jiu-Jitsu.
My daughter has been attending kids’ jujitsu classes at Atlas for 5 months, and she loves it! Professor Joe and the other coaches are fantastic with the kids, fostering a friendly, supportive environment with excellent structure and discipline.
This is a prestige martial arts school the professor, Joe is exceptionally professional and caring the professor looks out for his students. Everyone will make you feel welcome here the encouragement that is given is beyond explainable.
Atlas Jiujitsu is a great place to train! Whether you’re looking for jiujitsu, kickboxing, or strength and conditioning the coaches here are amazing and very knowledgeable. The students are welcoming and supportive of each others journey. The gym is spacious and clean. Great for all levels from beginner to advanced.
New to BJJ? Start at Atlas Jiu Jitsu & MMA
Atlas Jiu Jitsu & MMA 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 Atlas Jiu Jitsu & MMA
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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