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Down Beach Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Margate City, New Jersey
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
- Membership memberships run around $50/mo — many academies also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
- 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 4–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule downbeachjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (609) 226-4017
Hours
| Monday | 7:30–9 AM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:30–9 AM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30–9 AM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30–9 AM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8–11:30 AM |
| Sunday | 8–9:30 AM |
The classes they run
“They really take their time working one on one with the kids to really make sure they understand the moves and are safe doing them.”
“They really take their time working one on one with the kids to really make sure they understand the moves and are safe doing them.”
“Whether you’re a beginner or a more advanced practitioner, there’s always something new to learn and improve on.”
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What members say
“They have the best instructors in South Jersey, who teach in a safe and friendly environment.”
“Down beach Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) school, is highly recommended for its dedicated instructors, welcoming environment, and structured curriculum.”
“Down beach Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) school, is highly recommended for its dedicated instructors, welcoming environment, and structured curriculum.”
“The instructors are super detail oriented and really care about students getting the moves mechanically and conceptually.”
“The gym itself is clean, professional, and filled with people who genuinely care about each other’s progress.”
From the reviews
Down Beach Jiu Jitsu is an outstanding gym with a welcoming and motivating atmosphere. From day one, I felt like part of the team. The instruction is top tier, a mix of brown and black belts, with a wealth of knowledge and experience.
If you’re looking for a jiu jitsu school with an awesome, laid-back vibe, this is it. The atmosphere has that chill surfer feel, with top-notch coaches! My 5-year-old wakes up asking if it’s class day, which speaks volumes.
I recently got back into training again at Downbeach Jiu Jitsu after taking several years off, and I couldn't have picked a better spot to get back into it. The training environment is fantastic there is a perfect mix of experienced higher belts and newcomers, which makes for a well-rounded session every time.
There’s an unbelievable wealth of knowledge between all the coaches here. The instructors are super detail oriented and really care about students getting the moves mechanically and conceptually. I appreciate the super chill vibes among the students and the gym itself too.
New to BJJ? Start at Down Beach Jiu Jitsu
Down Beach Jiu Jitsu 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 Down Beach 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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