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Harrisburg Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo East
4.9 ★★★★★ 63 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Plan your first class
- Membership memberships run around $200/mo — many academies also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
- 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
- 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 hbgeastbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (717) 371-3682
Hours
| Monday | 6–7 AM, 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–1 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–7 AM, 5:30–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12–1 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6–7 AM, 5:30–6:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12:30–1:30 PM |
| Sunday | 8–9 AM, 3–5 PM |
The classes they run
“Jeff ran a superb no-gi class with about a dozen folks, and we really enjoyed the instruction and format, as well as the overall positive yet challenging atmosphere of the gym.”
“Jeff ran a superb no-gi class with about a dozen folks, and we really enjoyed the instruction and format, as well as the overall positive yet challenging atmosphere of the gym.”
“Some of the guys compete in BJJ and Judo and have fought MMA, and not once did I feel like they were trying to "put it on me" or anything like that.”
“Great instructors, multiple classes every day (day one beginner to advanced competitor), and an all around great group of people.”
Other martial arts here
“Some of the guys compete in BJJ and Judo and have fought MMA, and not once did I feel like they were trying to "put it on me" or anything like that.”
“Some of the guys compete in BJJ and Judo and have fought MMA, and not once did I feel like they were trying to "put it on me" or anything like that.”
“If you want MMA or wrestling there are classes.”
What members say
“Great instructors, multiple classes every day (day one beginner to advanced competitor), and an all around great group of people.”
“Great instructors, multiple classes every day (day one beginner to advanced competitor), and an all around great group of people.”
“They genuinely care for every new student and excel at both teaching and creating a welcoming environment.”
“Sensei David Brogan is a knowledgeable and patient instructor who does a great job breaking down techniques clearly.”
“Some of the guys compete in BJJ and Judo and have fought MMA, and not once did I feel like they were trying to "put it on me" or anything like that.”
“It's clean, spacious, has men's and women's changing rooms and showers, and the location is convenient for both East and West Shore residents.”
From the reviews
I've been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for almost a decade now. I've been to many different gyms during that time. This is by far the nicest space I've ever trained at! Great instructors, multiple classes every day (day one beginner to advanced competitor), and an all around great group of people.
A friend and I dropped in for a Friday morning class while we were in the area for a conference. Very welcoming, and easy to do the waiver online. Jeff ran a superb no-gi class with about a dozen folks, and we really enjoyed the instruction and format, as well as the overall positive yet challenging atmosphere of the…
I have trained BJJ at a number of places over the years... with numerous multi year breaks. Harrisburg BJJ is where I finally found my "home." Dave and Gregg welcome you with open arms. They are the owners but also invested and constantly at the gyms teaching. They will even roll with you.
I am in Harrisburg regularly and have been meaning to get over here and train. Tonight, I finally did, and it was a great experience! I'm a 50 year old blue belt (old and slow!) and got to roll with a couple of brown belts and Mr. Brogan, the black belt owner of the school.
New to BJJ? Start at Harrisburg Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo East
Harrisburg Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo East 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 Harrisburg Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo East
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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