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Island Jiu Jitsu Michigan
5 ★★★★★ 101 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Muskegon, Michigan
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
- 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 islandjiujitsumi.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 231-730-0313
Hours
| Monday | 9–10:30 am, 6–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9–10:30 am, 5–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9–10:30 am, 6–9 pm |
| Thursday | 9–10:30 am, 6:30–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 10–11:30 am, 5–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son and I signed up for classes about a month and half ago, both adult classes and kids classes are in a league of their own as far as quality!”
“For anyone interested in learning self defense, getting in better shape or even just a fun healthy hobby, this is the place to be!”
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What members say
“Everyone is welcoming and patient, and instructors are top notch.”
“It’s also a great way for him to socialize and learn the fundamentals of Jiu Jitsu in a positive, supportive environment.”
“It’s also a great way for him to socialize and learn the fundamentals of Jiu Jitsu in a positive, supportive environment.”
“My kids love to work together at home to improve their skills and are constantly showing me all of the skills they are learning.”
“To add, the facility is clean, well designed with mat space other gyms wish they had.”
“The classes are the perfect balance of structure and play, keeping him active three times a week while helping him build confidence and discipline.”
From the reviews
As a new business owner in Jiujitsu. Coach Nick has been very supportive and helpful. He truly wants to just spread the love of Jiu-Jitsu and make a positive impact to his community. I was able to instruct in one of the classes. I was impressed on the way the students were so into gaining knowledge from the class.
My son and I signed up for classes about a month and half ago, both adult classes and kids classes are in a league of their own as far as quality! The coaches for the kids impress me more and more with each class, they treat these kids so well, and they are super knowledgeable and just as helpful.
Training at Island Jiu Jitsu Michigan has been one of the best decisions I have made! After a year of training I'm in the best shape of my life at 42 years old. I feel like I learn something and improve every time I step on the mats. It's been great for my kids too!
Island Jiu Jitsu has been wonderful for my family. All 3 of my girls (ages 11-7) have taken part over the years learning self defense skills, calm and control over movements when under pressure, endurance, strength and self confidence.
New to BJJ? Start at Island Jiu Jitsu Michigan
Island Jiu Jitsu Michigan 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 Island Jiu Jitsu Michigan
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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