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Daniel Gracie Northeast Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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
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- Phone +1 267-467-9232
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Highly recommend for advance athletes as well as beginners.”
Other martial arts here
“Amazing Judo and MMA knowledge as Professor is also a black belt in Judo and MMA fighter.”
“Amazing Judo and MMA knowledge as Professor is also a black belt in Judo and MMA fighter.”
What members say
“World class coaching, amazing training that is fun and safe for the entire family.”
“Highly recommend for advance athletes as well as beginners.”
“World class coaching, amazing training that is fun and safe for the entire family.”
“He is detailed in his teaching of techniques and makes things fun:))”
From the reviews
I’ve been training with professor Sideco for 8 years and I couldn’t ask for a better instructor. He gets to know every one of his students and has a real knack for instruction. Whether you’re just starting or a black belt DG northeast Philly is the place to train.
I felt welcomed from day one. Professor Sideco is amazing at teaching and explaining technique. They have a great and fun kids program too! If you’re thinking to come check it out, do it! It’s such a great environment to learn and train.
World class coaching, amazing training that is fun and safe for the entire family. Highly recommend for advance athletes as well as beginners. Amazing Judo and MMA knowledge as Professor is also a black belt in Judo and MMA fighter.
Kind of a joy to be around. Great white. Monster on the mat. Masters of disguise will probably be back again after my stay in Africa. Bringing back Iron wood
New to BJJ? Start at Daniel Gracie Northeast Jiu-Jitsu
Daniel Gracie Northeast 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 Daniel Gracie Northeast 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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