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Korfhage Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | Caio Terra Academy Long Island

5 ★★★★★ 52 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Lindenhurst, New York

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

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
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
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  • Website & schedule bjjlongisland.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 516-580-0350

Hours

Monday 11:30 am–9 pm
Tuesday 10 am–9 pm
Wednesday 11:30 am–9 pm
Thursday 10 am–9 pm
Friday 11:30 am–9 pm
Saturday 9 am–12:30 pm
Sunday 10–11 am

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 Korfhage Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | Caio Terra Academy Long Island, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 7 mentions

“He has such a strong code of ethics that it made me trust him enough to start bringing my son and nephew with me to training.”

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🏆 Competition Team 2 mentions

“Whether you want to be an elite competitor or just want to learn BJJ as a hobby, Charlie will pay close attention to you and work with you to reach your goals.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“If your trying to learn self defense, join a competition or just get in shape and loose weight this is the place for you.”

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🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“One of the best things about Charlie, Nick, and Ronnie is that they’re great at teaching to all levels, especially beginners.”

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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 Korfhage Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | Caio Terra Academy Long Island — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA

“American Black Belt is an excellent MMA gym, from boxing to jiu-jitsu and everything in between, they have it all here.”

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🥊 Boxing

“American Black Belt is an excellent MMA gym, from boxing to jiu-jitsu and everything in between, they have it all here.”

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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 52 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 3 mentions

“Charlie is a great instructor and the facility is great!”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Charlie & Nick create a super welcoming environment and really place an emphasis on teaching the fundamentals to new comers like me.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 9 mentions

“Charlie & Nick create a super welcoming environment and really place an emphasis on teaching the fundamentals to new comers like me.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 5 mentions

“Charlie & Nick create a super welcoming environment and really place an emphasis on teaching the fundamentals to new comers like me.”

active competition team 3 mentions

“Whether you want to be an elite competitor or just want to learn BJJ as a hobby, Charlie will pay close attention to you and work with you to reach your goals.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 3 mentions

“The undivided attention to form is wonderful to watch, as well as each child’s self confidence develop as they’re able to successfully master a specific task.”

From the reviews

Kohrfage BJJ instructors are more than jiu jitsu experts. They are also coaches and teachers who care about their students. From the top down, Rich has created a positive learning environment that will make you instantly addicted to this sport.

★★★★★ — Terence, Oct 2025

American Black Belt is an excellent MMA gym, from boxing to jiu-jitsu and everything in between, they have it all here. If your trying to learn self defense, join a competition or just get in shape and loose weight this is the place for you.

★★★★★ — How, Jan 2026

Great jiu-jitsu classes! The instructors and students are so welcoming, kind, and supportive. They make everyone feel comfortable no matter your experience level. Such a positive and accommodating environment — highly recommend!

★★★★★ — Amityville, Oct 2025

I have been going here for a year and I have nothing but compliments. The Coaches, Professors, and advanced belts are all extremely helpful and you can tell that they truly enjoy what they do.

★★★★★ — Sean, Oct 2025

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New to BJJ? Start at Korfhage Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | Caio Terra Academy Long Island

Korfhage Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | Caio Terra Academy Long Island 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 Korfhage Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | Caio Terra Academy Long Island

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 Korfhage Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | Caio Terra Academy Long Island

99 W Hoffman Ave, Lindenhurst, NY11757

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