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Hamptons Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 95 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Southampton, New York
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
- 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
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Website & schedule hamptonsjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 631-900-2780
The classes they run
“This is his first experience with Martial Arts and Greg has not only made him feel welcome and capable but he’s already instilled in my son a love and respect for Jiu Jitsu.”
“Classes are offered multiple times of day oftentimes and additionally there are open mat sessions.”
“If you are a parent looking for a way to teach your children self-confidence or self-defense, this place is a must.”
“You can come from any background first time trying Jiu Jitsu, experienced fighter, they’ll make you feel right at home.”
Other martial arts here
“They also have a Muay Thai and a judo class offered every week.”
“They also have a Muay Thai and a judo class offered every week.”
What members say
“They without a doubt are some of the best instructors I’ve ever trained with.”
“You can come from any background first time trying Jiu Jitsu, experienced fighter, they’ll make you feel right at home.”
“The community of practitioners here are very friendly and willing to share what they have learned with new practitioners as well.”
“You’ll get a killer workout, sharpen your technique, and leave feeling better physically and mentally.”
“You’ll get a killer workout, sharpen your technique, and leave feeling better physically and mentally.”
“This is his first experience with Martial Arts and Greg has not only made him feel welcome and capable but he’s already instilled in my son a love and respect for Jiu Jitsu.”
From the reviews
Greg and his team welcomed my autistic son with open arms and compassion. Our goal was to get him active and have more body awareness. I can say wholeheartedly that since going to Hampton’s Jiu Jitsu we can see a positive change in my son’s mood, self esteem, and sleep patterns.
What an amazing dojo!! My 11 year old son recently started practicing at Hamptons Jiu Jitsu with sensei Greg Melita.. This is his first experience with Martial Arts and Greg has not only made him feel welcome and capable but he’s already instilled in my son a love and respect for Jiu Jitsu.
My daughter experienced have been awesome and she enjoyed the classes and her couches
Hamptons Jiu Jitsu is more than just a gym; it's a community. Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned grappler, the environment is welcoming, inclusive, and high-level. The coaches are world-class: technical, patient, and genuinely invested in your growth on and off the mats.
New to BJJ? Start at Hamptons Jiu Jitsu
Hamptons Jiu Jitsu 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 Hamptons 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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