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McHugh Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 196 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Marlton, 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 4–6) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule mchughbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (856) 793-7204
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–2 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“I was looking for a sport to enroll my daughter in that would not only be physically/mentally challenging but also age appropriately competitive too.”
“After a few months, I realized how difficult parenting would be if they keep training into high school.”
“But, my two older children just competed in their In-house tournament and they really gave it their all… REALLY focused and worked to the end of their matches.”
“Whether you want to learn self defense, get in better shape, or meet a community of great people learning martial arts, McHugh Jiu Jitsu is a great place to do it.”
“Training classes are challenging but the instructors do a fantastic job of ensuring all levels can accomplish their goals.”
What members say
“McHugh has great kids and adult classes, great instructors, and a great community of people.”
“Their little shark program provides a welcoming/positive environment that not only fosters confidence, and self-esteem, but respect, and discipline too.”
“Their little shark program provides a welcoming/positive environment that not only fosters confidence, and self-esteem, but respect, and discipline too.”
“They pair you with partners so there’s no awkward guessing, you start with takedowns, move into drills and technique, and finish with live rolls.”
“The kids program builds confidence, discipline, and resilience.”
“But, my two older children just competed in their In-house tournament and they really gave it their all… REALLY focused and worked to the end of their matches.”
From the reviews
As their mother, I am unsure if my kids have that competitive gene especially with physical sport. We definitely did not put them in jiujitsu for that reason. We chose jiujitsu bc it keeps them active, they gain the tools to protect themselves if need be, they make new friends & have FUN.
Are you looking to change your life? Look no further than McHugh BJJ! As a 40 year old I needed a change in my life. I decided to give McHugh BJJ a shot and I have never felt better in my entire adult life.
Words are not enough to describe how impactful McHugh Jiu-Jitsu has been for us! What a journey it has been so far! The atmosphere at the academy is that of a family - there really is a significant bond among the coaches and students!
I was looking for a sport to enroll my daughter in that would not only be physically/mentally challenging but also age appropriately competitive too. McHugh BJJ perfectly fit this in every way possible and I couldn’t be happier.
New to BJJ? Start at McHugh Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
McHugh Brazilian 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 McHugh Brazilian 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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