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Harleysville BJJ
5 ★★★★★ 53 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Harleysville, Pennsylvania
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
- 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
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule harleysvillebjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (215) 278-9137
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–9:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9:15 PM |
| Friday | 6–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Harleysville BJJ has great jujitsu for kids and beginners classes for adults to get you acclimated with the fundamentals of Jujitsu's.”
“Harleysville BJJ has great jujitsu for kids and beginners classes for adults to get you acclimated with the fundamentals of Jujitsu's.”
“Being someone who had no experience in martial arts prior to joining, I'm thankful to have the opportunity to work directly under Sheri, through their womens program.”
“I came across this gym for my kids but then joined Muay Thai with my teen.”
“Whether you are looking to compete, learn self defense, or just get in shape, this gym will help you reach your goals.”
“My first day, Rosendo invited me to come in an hour early to take a complimentary private lesson before I joined the regular day class.”
“Whether you are looking to compete, learn self defense, or just get in shape, this gym will help you reach your goals.”
“If you're a beginner with two left feet (like I was), or an experienced grappler looking for some challenging sparring and great technique, I cannot recommend my school more.”
Other martial arts here
“Highly recommend to anyone looking to start up jiu jitsu, muay thai, or get a different style of workout in!”
What members say
“I have studied the martial arts for over 20 year and I can truly say that Rosendo Diaz is one of the most technical and knowledgeable instructors I have ever meant.”
“Being someone who had no experience in martial arts prior to joining, I'm thankful to have the opportunity to work directly under Sheri, through their womens program.”
“If you're looking for a BJJ club with great instructors, a welcoming community, and a fun atmosphere, I highly recommend Harleysville Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy.”
“If you're a beginner with two left feet (like I was), or an experienced grappler looking for some challenging sparring and great technique, I cannot recommend my school more.”
“I've lost 70 pounds, made some great friends, gained a new perspective on life, and enjoyed the ride the whole time.”
“The kids programs are fabulous and a great place for them to grow.”
From the reviews
All the instructors are great! Going into my first class, I was welcomed with open arms. The sense of community here is really great. I have learned so many new techniques and can always count on a great class to learn more and hone in on my skills. I’ve made new friends since joining this school.
I started in June, 2022 and chose this gym because I wanted to understand the ground game of fighting. (Extremely affordable) I learned quick that this place is one of the best schools around with an array of classes in the A.M and P.M.
I came across this gym for my kids but then joined Muay Thai with my teen. Going in I was very much out of my comfort zone. I was met with the most kindness and welcoming. I have not ever felt out of place no matter my fitness level or knowledge to the arts.
Cannot say enough good things about this gym. I was in Harleysville for a brief period in between moves, and was looking for a place to train. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, the quality of instruction is top notch, and there are always people there willing to train with you!
New to BJJ? Start at Harleysville BJJ
Harleysville 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.
Your first BJJ class at Harleysville 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.
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