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Elite BJJ

5 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Dickinson, North Dakota

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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
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  • Website & schedule elitebjj.org — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (701) 690-2081

Hours

Monday 5–8 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 5–8 PM
Thursday Closed
Friday 5–8 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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 Elite BJJ, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 7 mentions

“Elite BJJ is an amazing place for learning jujitsu skills and getting a great workout, I love how they have classes for kids and adults.”

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💪 Women's BJJ 2 mentions

“As a woman, he makes sure that I am comfortable at all times with techniques and rolling.”

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🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“Welcoming environment for people of all skill levels.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 30 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 5 mentions

“Coach is great, he really cares about his students and he always makes sure they actually enjoy learning what he’s teaching them.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“Welcoming environment for people of all skill levels.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 10 mentions

“From the moment you walk in you feel like a part of the family at Elite, not another dollar.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 5 mentions

“Coach instructs in an easy to understand way, and makes sure everyone is understanding what the technique is.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“Both of my kids go here and they love it, Coach Jordan is awesome and is very accommodating for life situations such as work, health, weather, holidays he knows life happens.”

💗 welcoming to women 2 mentions

“As a woman, he makes sure that I am comfortable at all times with techniques and rolling.”

From the reviews

Came from a different school in the area that just wasn’t a good fit for me and this school has far exceeded my expectations! Jordan is not only a standup guy but also a very good teacher. He and Joey are both great with kids and new students. Patient, humble and great representation of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

★★★★★ — Justin, Oct 2022

Such a welcoming, informative atmosphere!! Great place for students at all levels. The coach does such a great job at teaching techniques in a way that is easy to understand and replicate. The attention to detail is amazing and refreshing. My children also absolutely adore coach Jordan!

★★★★★ — Kali, Oct 2022

This is hands down the best spot to train if you are looking for high class and knowledgeable bjj instruction. Coach Jordan has created a gem right here in Dickinson,ND! The Elite BJJ atmosphere was friendly and welcoming. I was visiting from Washington State and this place made me feel right at home!

★★★★★ — Nigel, Jun 2024

Shout out to Jordan @ elite Bjj! At first I didn’t know what to expect but after just one class I knew this was the gym for me! The people and atmosphere are extremely welcoming. Jordan’s incredibly knowledgeable in the art of Bjj. I highly recommend Elite Bjj in Dickinson,ND

★★★★★ — Donte, Jun 2024

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New to BJJ? Start at Elite BJJ

Elite BJJ 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first BJJ class at Elite BJJ

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 Elite BJJ

71 12th St SE, Dickinson, ND58601

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