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Black Hole Jiu Jitsu Mahopac
5 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Mahopac, 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule blackholejiujitsumahopac.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 914-438-9809
Hours
| Monday | 7–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 10–11:30 am, 5:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 10–11:30 am, 5:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 9–10 am, 7–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30–11:30 am |
| Sunday | 9–11:30 am |
The classes they run
“I highly recommend this jujitsu gym, as it boasts fantastic coaches and a wonderful environment suitable for both adults and children.”
“PLUS there is a great real-world element to the training here since Mike Varley has so much defensive tactics training.”
“I had never trained in a gi before (they had loaners) and the instructions/instructors were clear and helpful.”
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What members say
“Great coaches who are always willing to show you how the basics get you to a higher level.”
“Also, the other students are very helpful and welcoming to the new people, great environment to train.”
“Coaches Mike and Will are talented, patient, and supportive of the progress of every one of their students.”
“They walked around making sure each pair was doing the techniques correctly, and gave advice when needed.”
“New location is amazing and spacious.”
“The skill and discipline our son has learned is unmatched.”
From the reviews
I've trained at a lot of gyms across the country and I'm very glad to find a new home at Black Hole Mahopac. Mike and Will are top notch owners/instructors and the vibe overall is great, lots of great training partners.
I've never trained out of state before, but while visiting my girlfriend's family in Mahopac we dropped in for a class; everyone was very friendly and welcoming, the instruction is very good, and the mats are clean. We liked it so much we went back later in the week for a second class!
I started training here 2 months ago, and wished I joined sooner. All of the coaches are fantastic, and really take the time to help you understand and feel comfortable at the gym. Also, the other students are very helpful and welcoming to the new people, great environment to train.
Super neat and fun! I had never trained in a gi before (they had loaners) and the instructions/instructors were clear and helpful. They walked around making sure each pair was doing the techniques correctly, and gave advice when needed. Will be back next time we're in town!
New to BJJ? Start at Black Hole Jiu Jitsu Mahopac
Black Hole Jiu Jitsu Mahopac 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 Black Hole Jiu Jitsu Mahopac
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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