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Jungle Gym Martial Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 176 Google reviews · BJJ gym in New Rochelle, New York

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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
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  • Website & schedule junglegymnewroc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 914-355-5955

Hours

Monday 3–10 pm
Tuesday 3–10 pm
Wednesday 3–10 pm
Thursday 3–10 pm
Friday 3–10 pm
Saturday 9 am–1 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 Jungle Gym Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 22 mentions

“I have seen the kids grow and develop not just physically but emotionally and in terms of their self confidence; all while having great fun!”

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🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“First time trying bjj, and thankful for all the coaches because they were helpful with all the basics I needed to know.”

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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 Jungle Gym Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

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 176 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 2 mentions

“Coach Patrick is amazing, professional, dedicated and has a great team.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“It’s like they’ve known you personally for years, and the warm, welcoming energy from the entire team makes the experience even more special.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 15 mentions

“It’s like they’ve known you personally for years, and the warm, welcoming energy from the entire team makes the experience even more special.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“First time trying bjj, and thankful for all the coaches because they were helpful with all the basics I needed to know.”

🧒 strong kids program 7 mentions

“If you want your child to learn discipline and to be a part of a community that will get them ready for the world, this is the place to be!”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 25 mentions

“The coaches cultivate an atmosphere that's serious and disciplined but relaxed enough that I feel encouraged to ask questions to take corrections.”

From the reviews

My son absolutely loves this Jungle Gym! The instructors are incredibly patient, friendly, and supportive. They make every class fun while also teaching discipline and confidence. It’s amazing to see how much he’s grown, both in skill and self-esteem. I’m so grateful for the positive environment they’ve created.

★★★★★ — Carla, Oct 2025

What an experience! As a parent you only want the best for your child. The best decision was enrolling him into the New Rochelle Jungle Gym. Coach Patrick and his staff are very patient, kind and knowledgeable with all the students and parents.

★★★★★ — Adrian, Mar 2026

My daughter has had such an amazing experience in this martial arts class. From the very first day, the instructors have been welcoming, patient, and incredibly supportive. They take the time to make sure each child understands the techniques while also building confidence and discipline.

★★★★★ — Lee, Feb 2026

I can’t say enough great things about Jungle Gym! They are truly amazing — and most of all, patient. My 3-year-old daughter goes here, and it was definitely a challenge at first. But the instructors always reassured me that with consistency and patience she would get used to it, and they were right.

★★★★★ — Vanessa, Nov 2025

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New to BJJ? Start at Jungle Gym Martial Arts

Jungle Gym Martial Arts 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first BJJ class at Jungle Gym Martial Arts

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 Jungle Gym Martial Arts

714 North Ave, New Rochelle, NY10801

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