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Bergen County Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Paramus, New Jersey
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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule instagram.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (201) 575-1289
Hours
| Monday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 5 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 5 AM–5 PM |
The classes they run
“He actively compete plus teaches all fundamental classes at Bergen County Jiu-Jitsu.”
“Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned competitor, there’s a spot for everyone here.”
“The academy provides top-notch Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) training, suitable for all levels from beginners to advanced practitioners.”
Other martial arts here
“Classes include bjj fundamentals, advanced, wrestling, judo, and Muay Thai.”
“Classes include bjj fundamentals, advanced, wrestling, judo, and Muay Thai.”
“Classes include bjj fundamentals, advanced, wrestling, judo, and Muay Thai.”
What members say
“Professor Sean isn’t just a world-class competitor; he's a phenomenal and caring instructor who runs an incredible program.”
“The academy provides top-notch Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) training, suitable for all levels from beginners to advanced practitioners.”
“Very clean and friendly environment that accommodates both beginners and competitors.”
“His deep understanding of grappling techniques and his ability to break down complex moves into digestible steps is remarkable.”
“Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned competitor, there’s a spot for everyone here.”
From the reviews
Bergen County Jiu Jitsu is absolutely the best gym in the area—hands down! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned competitor, there’s a spot for everyone here. Professor Sean isn’t just a world-class competitor; he's a phenomenal and caring instructor who runs an incredible program.
Hands down the best jiujitsu academy in the area taught by a world-class instructor. The people here are all extremely kind and welcoming. All members are valued and given individual attention. Classes include bjj fundamentals, advanced, wrestling, judo, and Muay Thai.
Never met a coach that cares more about his students. Sean Yadimarco will travel to China via kayak if he knows you’re competing there the next day, if you have competitive aspirations this is the place to be.
Bergen county Jiu Jitsu is the definition of world class jiu jitsu. Sean Yadimarco , our instructor, teaches us detailed and amazing techniques. He pays attentions to your questions and guides you thru the techniques. The environment at the Bergen count jiu jitsu is also very welcoming and friendly.
New to BJJ? Start at Bergen County Jiu Jitsu
Bergen County Jiu Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Bergen County Jiu Jitsu
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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