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Castle Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4.8 ★★★★★ 34 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Staten Island, New York
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
- 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 castlebjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (646) 846-0236
Hours
| Monday | 2–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 3:30–9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | 8:30 AM–12:30 PM |
The classes they run
“My kid and I both train here, and it’s been nothing but positive experiences, great instruction, and an amazing atmosphere from everyone on the team.”
“There is also a variety of training partners for both gi and no gi.”
“I highly recommend BJJ, especially at Castle Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — the skills and discipline you learn are incredibly useful for self-defense and everyday confidence!”
“Castle It is an excellent entry point for beginners and experts alike as the teaching curriculum is well guided and creates connective learning across classes.”
What members say
“I been training here for at least 2 months and the instructors are great here especially coach Rob and I can say he is the best BJJ instructor out there.”
“Castle It is an excellent entry point for beginners and experts alike as the teaching curriculum is well guided and creates connective learning across classes.”
“Castle BJJ is a clean, well kept, friendly atmosphere for anyone to train and also bring your families in case you cannot get childcare.”
“The facility itself will be a modern facility with all the amenities (massive mat space, custom men and woman shower/changing rooms, cleanliness, lighting, parking spaces, etc.”
“I highly recommend BJJ, especially at Castle Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — the skills and discipline you learn are incredibly useful for self-defense and everyday confidence!”
From the reviews
What a great opportunity for the people of Staten Island NY that want a great place to learn and train Jiu Jitsu. Robert and Marc (I have both of them personally for many years) are both outstanding BJJ black belts/practitioners with a wealth of knowledge and experience that will make Castle Brazilian Jiu Jitsu an…
I’ve known the owner for many years and can confidently say he’s one of the most dedicated and passionate people I know when it comes to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He’s trained consistently and intensely for a long time, always focused on improving his craft and helping others grow along the way.
Great new jiu jitsu academy with an awesome atmosphere. Clean facility, knowledgeable instructor and a very welcoming environment for all skill levels. You can tell a lot of passion went into opening this place. Highly recommend checking it out whether your brand new or experienced.
Even though this jiu jitsu school hasn’t officially opened yet, it’s already making a strong impression on the Staten Island community. The owners are incredible—knowledgeable, passionate, and genuinely invested in building something special, not just a gym but a true community.
New to BJJ? Start at Castle Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Castle Brazilian 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 Castle Brazilian 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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