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Elijah Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: BJJ, MMA, Martial arts Union, NJ MMA
5 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Union, New Jersey
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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ebjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 908-578-2522
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–8 pm |
| Thursday | 5–8 pm |
| Friday | 5–8 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | 9–10:30 am |
The classes they run
“My children and I all train here, and the impact it’s had on our confidence, discipline, and overall health has been incredible.”
“Whether you’re training to compete or just getting in shape and learning a valuable skill, this gym meets you where you are and pushes you forward.”
“My kids have grown tremendously under his guidance, learning not only self-defense, but how to stay focused, respectful, and resilient on and off the mats.”
“The sensei is knowledgeable, patient, and creates a welcoming environment for all skill levels.”
What members say
“Adults classes are equally challenging and welcoming, with a great mix of students and a strong sense of camaraderie.”
“The comraderie is nice especially if your a new guy looking to join everyone is treated as family.”
“The team feels like family, and the focus on technique and personal growth really stands out.”
“The conditioning is great and the skills that i have learned there have allowed me to compete in multiple tournaments and win some of them.”
“Whether you’re training to compete or just getting in shape and learning a valuable skill, this gym meets you where you are and pushes you forward.”
“My children and I all train here, and the impact it’s had on our confidence, discipline, and overall health has been incredible.”
From the reviews
We couldn’t be happier with our experience at EBBJ Jujitsu! From the moment we walked in, the instructors made us feel welcome and part of a community. The tearchers are not only skilled martial artists but also incredible with kids—patient, encouraging, and full of energy.
Challenging and life changing, a solid instructor and good team atmosphere. I have been there about 6 years. The conditioning is great and the skills that i have learned there have allowed me to compete in multiple tournaments and win some of them. It is not for people who look for watered down martial arts.
As a purple belt who has been training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for nearly a decade, it is a pleasure to say how fantastic Elijah Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is. Tyrone Elijah is a phenomenal instructor who cares very deeply about his students on and off the mat.
Excellent school to train and learn the discipline of Brazilian Jiujitsu. Been training here for more than a couple of year and have learned a lot about the "arte suave". Great learning atmosphere and camaraderie enables students to reach their potential in the right time.
New to BJJ? Start at Elijah Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: BJJ, MMA, Martial arts Union, NJ MMA
Elijah Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: BJJ, MMA, Martial arts Union, NJ MMA 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 Elijah Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: BJJ, MMA, Martial arts Union, NJ MMA
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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