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Matakas Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 50 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Hamilton Township, New Jersey
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 (ages 4–13) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- 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 matakasbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 609-473-3768
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
The classes they run
“I’ve had the ability to watch their Tiny Tyke’s and youth program at their location in Florence and now their location in Hamilton.”
“The students train hard but respectfully, and there’s a great mix of gi and no-gi sessions.”
“The students train hard but respectfully, and there’s a great mix of gi and no-gi sessions.”
“He recently decided to compete and placed second in his class!”
“It’s a positive family environment where everyone can come together, learn some self defense skills, get some exercise and find a fun new community of people.”
“The coaches are knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely care about helping everyone improve, whether you’re brand new or more experienced.”
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What members say
“With the Hamilton gym, you’re getting the same culture, the same world-class instruction, the same safe training conditions—all in a shiny new facility in a prime location.”
“You’ll find a welcoming community, genuine support, and a positive environment that makes everyone feel like they belong.”
“The supportive atmosphere and quality coaching make this a top choice for anyone looking to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and build confidence on and off the mats.”
“Classes are challenging but fun, with a strong focus on fundamentals and safety, and you can actually see your progress over time.”
“We’ve also seen a noticeable difference in our kids’ focus and discipline, which has been incredible to watch.”
“If you’re looking for a jiu-jitsu school with a great culture, clean space, and solid training, this is an excellent choice.”
From the reviews
My wife and i decided to put our 4 year old daughter into jiu jitsu. We didnt really know much about it and after doing some extensive researching we landed on matakas. My daughter has always been a bit shy but all the coaches and professors are amazing.
If you are looking for the best community to be apart of you should join Matakas Jiu Jitsu! My son has been a member for the past month and it has been such a life changing experience for him. The staff is so welcoming.
Liam Nissen has a particular set of skills and so can you at Matakas jiu jitsu. The studio is clean and extremely well maintained. Every professor and instructor really genuinely wants to see their students succeed.
Jiu Jitsu has become a huge part of our family’s life since we joined Matakas for the opening of the Hamilton location. All three of us boys attend regularly, covering the Tykes, Youth, and Adult classes. The community and culture here are welcoming, supportive, and motivating.
New to BJJ? Start at Matakas Jiu Jitsu
Matakas Jiu Jitsu 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 Matakas 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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