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Eleven Jiu Jitsu + Recovery

5 ★★★★★ 34 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Sea Bright, New Jersey

BJJ gym Affiliated Beginners welcome Kids & teens No-gi

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
  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule mindbodyonline.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 732-691-7426

Hours

Monday 6 am–1 pm, 4–8 pm
Tuesday 6 am–1 pm, 4–8 pm
Wednesday 6 am–1 pm, 4–8 pm
Thursday 6 am–1 pm, 4–8 pm
Friday 6 am–1 pm
Saturday 7 am–1 pm
Sunday 7 am–1 pm

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Eleven Jiu Jitsu + Recovery, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 2 mentions

“I stopped by a few days ago just to check out the recovery space and immediately loved the vibe, so I decided to bring my 3 year old back for a kids class.”

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🩳 No-Gi

“Currently living in NYC but was in town for a week and came by for a drop in no gi class with Paul.”

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🥋 Gi

“Currently living in NYC but was in town for a week and came by for a drop in no gi class with Paul.”

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🔓 Open Mat

“I recently attended an open mat here, and really enjoyed my experience.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Highly recommend to anyone interested in learning self defense or in need of recovery after their workouts.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Eleven Jiu Jitsu + Recovery — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA

“Beyond BJJ, they also offer striking and MMA classes, and one of my favorites is the wrestling classes — which are hard to find for adults.”

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🤸 Wrestling

“Beyond BJJ, they also offer striking and MMA classes, and one of my favorites is the wrestling classes — which are hard to find for adults.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 34 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 2 mentions

“If you’re looking for a place that offers elite instruction, a supportive community, and a beautiful, well-kept space to train, Eleven Jiu Jitsu in Sea Bright, NJ is it.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“I typically use for recovery, but anytime I do jump into a class (as a beginner) everyone is super kind and friendly helping me along the way.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 14 mentions

“They were incredibly warm, patient and hands on with my daughter by meeting her exactly where she was, building trust through play and creating such a FUN supportive environment.”

🧼 clean, well-kept mats 13 mentions

“The training mats, men’s locker room, showers, and dedicated recovery room are always spotless and meticulously maintained.”

From the reviews

I’ve trained at quite a few gyms before, and what really sets Eleven Jiu Jitsu + Recovery apart is that it combines a luxury-level experience with serious training. The entire facility is designed to feel beautiful, calm, and serene while still maintaining a strong training atmosphere.

★★★★★ — Simon, May 2026

I joined Eleven Jiu Jitsu in May 2024 after moving back to care for a sick parent, and from the moment I stepped through the doors, I knew I had found my new home. The welcoming atmosphere, top-tier instruction, and beautifully maintained facility make Eleven Jiu Jitsu a truly special place to train.

★★★★★ — Bryan, Feb 2025

I stopped by a few days ago just to check out the recovery space and immediately loved the vibe, so I decided to bring my 3 year old back for a kids class. That first visit turned into memberships for both of us.

★★★★★ — Amanda, Feb 2026

Hands-down the cleanest and most beautiful space in Monmouth. Went in for an intro Jiu Jitsu class and now I’ve been back 3 times a week ever since. Twice a week to train and once on the weekend to cure my hangover.

★★★★★ — Brian, Sep 2024

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New to BJJ? Start at Eleven Jiu Jitsu + Recovery

Eleven Jiu Jitsu + Recovery 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.

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Your first BJJ class at Eleven Jiu Jitsu + Recovery

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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Eleven Jiu Jitsu + Recovery

1136 Ocean Ave, Sea Bright, NJ07760

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