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Impact Martial Arts & Fitness

4.9 ★★★★★ 33 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Manlius, New York

BJJ gym Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Website & schedule martialartsmanlius.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 315-682-0012

Hours

Monday 3–9:30 pm
Tuesday 3–9:30 pm
Wednesday 3–9:30 pm
Thursday 3–9:30 pm
Friday 3–8 pm
Saturday 10 am–2 pm
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 Impact Martial Arts & Fitness, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 17 mentions

“My son has learned a tremendous amount of confidence and social skills, as well as learning that hard work pays off when it comes to personal goals.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“One of the standout features for me is the attention given to teaching self-defense techniques.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Impact Martial Arts & Fitness — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA

“the variety of mixed martial arts is awesome.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 33 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 7 mentions

“This is a true family run Dojo and you feel welcomed and part of their family as soon as you walk in!”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“Renshi pours his heart into teaching the kids, prioritizing discipline, detail perfecting, and ensuring they take away life skills as well as martial arts.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“My son has learned a tremendous amount of confidence and social skills, as well as learning that hard work pays off when it comes to personal goals.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 15 mentions

“Renshi pours his heart into teaching the kids, prioritizing discipline, detail perfecting, and ensuring they take away life skills as well as martial arts.”

From the reviews

I joined back in 2003 and earned my black belt when I was 15 years old. I’m now 27 and being apart of impact martial arts changed my life. They make sure you earn your black belt instead of just getting one. I became a firefighter and earning my black belt was tougher than earning my badge.

★★★★★ — Kristen, May 2019

As a mom who's always looking out for my kids' growth and safety, I can't rave enough about Impact Martial Arts! My kids absolutely love attending classes here. They've not only learned some killer martial arts moves but have also gained confidence, discipline, and focus—qualities that go beyond the dojo.

★★★★★ — Mel, Aug 2023

The team at Impact Martial Arts is truly outstanding. Two of my kids attended classes at Impact, and the training, staff, and pricing couldn't have been any better.

★★★★★ — Marc, Mar 2016

Impact Martial Arts Team Manlius has been at the core of our daughters’ lives for the past few years. During that time, my oldest has left her self-doubts at the door and both girls have gained a lifetime of confidence. Our girls have learned life long lessons in integrity, honor and respect.

★★★★★ — Jacqueline, Mar 2016

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Your first BJJ class at Impact Martial Arts & Fitness

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 Impact Martial Arts & Fitness

8240 Cazenovia Rd Unit 90, Manlius, NY13104

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