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Garami Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 164 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Fayetteville, North Carolina
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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule garamijiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 910-988-1212
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 4–9 pm |
| Friday | 5–9 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I have been so proud and thankful for the opportunity to watch my kids grow, not just physically, but as more confident and capable individuals.”
“I love how whether you are a Gi or no-gi person, the coaches here are more like “yin-yang”.”
“Coach Matt is a wizard in the gi, and Coach Greg is phenomenal in no-gi.”
“Garami Jiu Jitsu is an amazing and highly motivating place to train for anyone from complete beginner to experienced competitor.”
“Special shoutout to coach Greg, coach Barbara, and the other ladies who came alongside a newbie like me, making me feel welcome and helping when I needed more one-on-one help!”
“Garami Jiu Jitsu is an amazing and highly motivating place to train for anyone from complete beginner to experienced competitor.”
Other martial arts here
“I've been part of ZR team for about 2 months now, first came in looking to do some judo but discovered BJJ instead!”
What members say
“Garami Jiu Jitsu is an amazing and highly motivating place to train for anyone from complete beginner to experienced competitor.”
“Seeing Coach Greg balance his family life, events, and everything else he has going on shows his dedication and passion for the kids.”
“My kids are learning more than techniques—they’re building discipline, resilience, and respect.”
“I have been so proud and thankful for the opportunity to watch my kids grow, not just physically, but as more confident and capable individuals.”
“Garami Jiu Jitsu is an amazing and highly motivating place to train for anyone from complete beginner to experienced competitor.”
“Special shoutout to coach Greg, coach Barbara, and the other ladies who came alongside a newbie like me, making me feel welcome and helping when I needed more one-on-one help!”
From the reviews
Great place! We've discovered it in 2021 when simply drove by saw the sign Brazilian Jiu jitsu academy . It's totally changed since last year coach Greg took over. Now they are doing thier own tournaments! Thanks to each and everyone, coaches and teammates of my son! X7DW!
A Home Beyond the Mats. I began my journey with Garami Jiu Jitsu nearly two years ago, even before it was called “Garami.” From the very first day, stepping into the gym felt like coming home. The atmosphere here is unlike any other. It’s not just about how hard you train. it’s about showing up.
Garami is an amazing place to train. I felt like family from the first time I walked in there. Great people, great environment, great training. Greg is a great kids and adult coach and I would highly recommend for anyone considering jiujitsu or just dropping in if you’re experienced!
I’d been meaning to sign up for years with my 3 sons. Finally went to Garami after I heard that they offer a family plan. Only gym I’ve ever checked out that offer a capped price. Great for a big family. Since I’ve been training with them under a year, we love the community and the development under the coaches.
New to BJJ? Start at Garami Jiu Jitsu
Garami Jiu Jitsu 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 Garami 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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