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Elevated Studios Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 216 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Wilmington, Delaware
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule elevatedstudiosmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 302-333-8156
Hours
| Monday | 12–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–8 pm |
| Thursday | 12–8 pm |
| Friday | 12–7 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am–1 pm |
The classes they run
“One of the standout features of this school is the focus on real-world application of techniques and building strong fundamentals.”
“My son has been training at Elevated Studios in Wilmington for about three months now, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience.”
“I also love how inclusive the academy is, especially with their women’s program, which provides a really empowering and encouraging community.”
“One of the standout features of this school is the focus on real-world application of techniques and building strong fundamentals.”
“Plyler brings a dynamic, approachable, and engaging style that makes every class both fun and challenging, whether you’re brand new to the mats or a seasoned grappler.”
Other martial arts here
“It has made my son much more confident in wrestling with other kids.”
What members say
“Stephen and Renee Pyler are not only excellent instructors but also deeply invested in each student’s growth.”
“From day one, they’ve built more than just a place to train — they’ve cultivated a truly welcoming community rooted in respect, connection, and joy through the art of Jiu-Jitsu.”
“From day one, they’ve built more than just a place to train — they’ve cultivated a truly welcoming community rooted in respect, connection, and joy through the art of Jiu-Jitsu.”
“The instructors take the time to really explain each technique and make sure you understand the “why” behind every movement.”
“The classes are well-structured, providing a good balance of technique drills, sparring, and conditioning.”
“His sisters followed his lead and I can’t say enough how much jujitsu has helped our kids thrive and allowed them to gain confidence in all areas of their lives.”
From the reviews
I’ve been training at elevated Studios, Jujitsu Academy for some time now, and I can honestly say it’s been an incredible experience. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed by the supportive community and the professional atmosphere.
We love Elevated Studios Brazilian Jujitsu! My son who is currently in 3rd grade has been a student since kindergarten and now has his yellow belt with white stripe.
I can’t say enough great things about Elevated Studios. The classes are not only well-structured and engaging, but they also create such a supportive and encouraging environment. What stood out to me most was how much my childs confidence grew.
Elevated was recommended to me by friends and has proven to be more than I could have ever expected. The main instructors Stephen and Kevin are amazing and the environment is friendly and challenging. The studio lineage is Balance affiliated as Stephen trained under Relson Gracie black belts the Migliarese brothers.
New to BJJ? Start at Elevated Studios Martial Arts
Elevated Studios Martial Arts 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 Elevated Studios Martial Arts
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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