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McHugh Jiu Jitsu - Cherry Hill
5 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Plan your first class
- 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 3–7) — 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 mchughbjjcherryhill.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (856) 324-0421
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–1:30 PM |
| Sunday | 8–10 AM |
The classes they run
“Whether you’re looking to get in shape, learn some self defense, or get your kids involved in an awesome activity to instill confidence & strength, McHugh is the place to be.”
“My son has been training here for over a year and yesterday’s in-house tournament really showed just how far he has come.”
“Whether you’re looking to get in shape, learn some self defense, or get your kids involved in an awesome activity to instill confidence & strength, McHugh is the place to be.”
What members say
“McHugh in Cherry Hill is an excellent place to train, Professor Russ is very knowledgeable about Jiu Jitsu and has helped me up my skill set.”
“Coach Russ and Chief are some of the nicest, most down-to-earth people you’ll meet, and they’ve created a training environment that feels safe, supportive, and welcoming.”
“Coach Russ and Chief are some of the nicest, most down-to-earth people you’ll meet, and they’ve created a training environment that feels safe, supportive, and welcoming.”
“He is a proven and skilled practitioner, gifted at breaking down techniques, highlighting key nuances that make a world of difference, and communicating in such a relatable way.”
“My son has been training here for over a year and yesterday’s in-house tournament really showed just how far he has come.”
“Whether you’re looking to get in shape, learn some self defense, or get your kids involved in an awesome activity to instill confidence & strength, McHugh is the place to be.”
From the reviews
Our sons, 12 and 7 years of age, had the privilege of attending the first Junior Sharks class on opening day at the McHugh Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Cherry Hill location, and we just want to tell ALL of Cherry Hill that we, as a community, are extremely blessed to have this world-class jiu-jitsu school right in our own…
I have been training in BJJ for many years and chose McHugh BJJ after exploring other schools. The supportive culture at McHugh BJJ is what distinguishes it apart from other schools. From the moment you enter, you will receive a warm welcome and feel right at home.
McHugh BJJ's mission is to make world class jiu jitsu accessible to everyone. I am proof that they accomplish this! I'm a 46 year old mom of 2 with no previous martial arts experience .. training 4-5 times a week with my best friends under the best instructors.
I had trained with McHugh BJJ 2019 thru 2020 when COVID shut down the world. I stopped training. I always loved the training and when I heard Coach Russ was opening McHugh BJJ Cherry Hill, I knew it was time to get back.
New to BJJ? Start at McHugh Jiu Jitsu - Cherry Hill
McHugh Jiu Jitsu - Cherry Hill 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 Jiu Jitsu - Cherry Hill
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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