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East Coast United Queens Academy of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4.8 ★★★★★ 51 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Whitestone, 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
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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 ecuqueensbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (646) 425-0960
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“My two kids started taking classes here before covid and started competing after.”
“As a woman, I love how there are so many other women to practice with, all the students are welcoming and helpful too.”
“Throughout 11 years, we've seen multiple kids, teens and adults develop self confidence, learn discipline and respect.”
“Whether you're looking to compete or just stay fit, you'll find the expertise and support you need to achieve your goals.”
“Coach Vianca hosts the ECU women’s open mat, creating an opportunity for women from other schools/affiliations to come together, learn new technique, and create new partnerships.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive, making it an excellent place for both beginners and experienced practitioners.”
Other martial arts here
“While they stay on top of all new and emerging styles, they always gear towards practical Jiu Jitsu that can easily translate to MMA or a street situation.”
What members say
“Whether you are interested in BJJ as a hobby or would like to compete in tournaments, this school has great instructors who are always here to assist you.”
“Most importantly, he is a great teacher who fosters a great environment and culture where everyone is warm, welcoming, and respectful.”
“Even though I have recently moved about an hour away I still continue to come everyday because of the strong family-like connections I have built here.”
“Coach Vianca hosts the ECU women’s open mat, creating an opportunity for women from other schools/affiliations to come together, learn new technique, and create new partnerships.”
“Whether you're looking to compete or just stay fit, you'll find the expertise and support you need to achieve your goals.”
“The gym itself is clean and well-maintained, the variety of rolling partners is excellent, and the instruction is undoubtedly some of the best in the area.”
From the reviews
I have been training at Professor Rob’s gym for a few months now and I can say it has been a great experience. Professor Rob is a top notch instructor in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and taught me a lot. The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive, making it an excellent place for both beginners and experienced practitioners.
I have been practicing bjj at this academy as a female student for about 5 years. Even though I have recently moved about an hour away I still continue to come everyday because of the strong family-like connections I have built here.
I signed up here seven months ago and don't plan on leaving any time soon. I joined this academy as a female white-belt at beginner level. There is a solid group of consistent female students here, some who have been training under Professor Rob and Coach Vianca since their childhood/teen years, that continue to come…
Professor Rob Gutierrez and his wife Professora V, are great! Together they have tons of BJJ knowledge. I’ve been cross training with the both of them for years. Now I bring my students to his academy to cross train. Great training atmosphere, good energy. If your in the area stop by and see for yourself
New to BJJ? Start at East Coast United Queens Academy of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
East Coast United Queens Academy of Brazilian 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 East Coast United Queens Academy of 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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