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Inward Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Edison, New Jersey
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
- Phone +1 908-463-5515
The classes they run
“A versatile and methodical Professor who's approach and technique is extremely suitable for both self-defense and sport Jiu-Jitsu”
“Great place to train BJJ for beginners and experienced athletes.”
What members say
“I know and train with the owner/instructor of this school. Knowledgeable and skilled in the art and I think everyone can learn a lot from this gym.”
“Great place to train BJJ for beginners and experienced athletes.”
“Friendly environment for beginners and those with experience.”
“Great gym: clean & roomy with a patient, knowledgeable and enthusiastic instructor( Nicholas Fetchina).”
From the reviews
Great gym: clean & roomy with a patient, knowledgeable and enthusiastic instructor( Nicholas Fetchina). Definitely recommend this place if you are looking to increase your skill level and the prices are very reasonable. The classes would make a great gift idea for the Holidays or Birthdays too.
5 stars great jiu jitsu great instructor if you’re in the Edison area no reason not to train here.
Inward is a fantastic gym. A clean, friendly environment. Great for beginners and veterans alike. Nick is an awesome practitioner AND instructor. He really takes the time to work with you in-depth on your personal goals/needs.
I know and train with the owner/instructor of this school. Knowledgeable and skilled in the art and I think everyone can learn a lot from this gym. Fantastic and friendly environment. I’m looking forward to my next visit.
New to BJJ? Start at Inward Jiu Jitsu
Inward 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 Inward 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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