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Jo Co Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Smithfield, North Carolina

BJJ gym Kids & teens

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Website & schedule jocojiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 919-669-9871

Hours

Monday 4:30–8:45 pm
Tuesday 4:30–8:45 pm
Wednesday 4:30–8:45 pm
Thursday 4:30–8:45 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 11 am–12 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 Jo Co Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 5 mentions

“Our kids have already learned so much and are gaining confidence.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 23 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 6 mentions

“Excellent place to start or continue to learn jujitsu with a excellent instructor and group of people.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“Easy to follow instruction, welcoming atmosphere, and a friendly push to be better daily.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 9 mentions

“Easy to follow instruction, welcoming atmosphere, and a friendly push to be better daily.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“Coach Adam is very detailed and takes the time to help and answer any questions you have.”

🧼 clean, well-kept mats 4 mentions

“The facilities were spotless and welcoming.”

From the reviews

Amazing atmosphere, outstanding group of respectful and caring people. Coach Adam is just an absolute beast. His teaching style is very descriptive, easy to follow and detailed. Come join the family. Come out and roll 🤙🏽🤙🏽

★★★★★ — Marcos, Feb 2025

Fantastic! Friendly environment, excellent instructor, and an overall great experience! They also offer a first responder discount!

★★★★★ — Aidan, Dec 2023

Tonight I had the pleasure of stopping in and training with the guys at Jo Co jiujitsu. everyone was extremely welcoming. I can’t say enough good things about this gym. Coach Adam Gibson did an amazing job running the class. His teaching was easy to understand and easy enough to follow no matter your skill level.

★★★★★ — Carlson, Oct 2024

Joco Jiu Jitsu is amazing! The coaches are so professional and work great with our little ones. The facility is super clean and inviting. Our kids have already learned so much and are gaining confidence. If you’re considering trying martial arts for yourself or your little ones, I HIGHLY recommend checking them out!

★★★★★ — Amber, Nov 2023

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Your first BJJ class at Jo Co 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.

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 Jo Co Jiu Jitsu

333 E Market St, Smithfield, NC27577

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