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McHugh Jiu Jitsu - Mt. Laurel
5 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Mt Laurel 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule mchughbjjmtlaurel.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 856-780-6387
Hours
| Monday | 6–8 am, 11:30 am–1 pm, 5–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:30 am–1 pm, 5–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Big thanks to Coaches Kenny and John at McHugh BJJ Academy in Mount Laurel for everything they’ve done for my son, Jayden.”
“I love that he is learning self-defense skills without relying primarily on striking.”
“If you’ve never trained a martial art, consider joining us on the mat at McHugh Jiu Jitsu Mt.”
What members say
“We are so grateful for McHugh Jiu Jitsu, the amazing coaches and community that feels like family.”
“If you or your family are seeking a positive activity that can foster personal growth and discipline, I highly recommend considering McHugh BJJ Mount Laurel.”
“If you or your family are seeking a positive activity that can foster personal growth and discipline, I highly recommend considering McHugh BJJ Mount Laurel.”
From the reviews
I have been practicing Jiu Jitsu with McHugh BJJ for several years, and the organization consistently upholds the highest standards of the art. The newest location in Mount Laurel maintains this tradition and offers an excellent facility, with two outstanding instructors, Kenny and John.
I have trained alongside Coach John and Coach Kenny for over 5 years at McHugh Jiu Jitsu Headquarters. Now I train with them in their McHugh Mt. Laurel location. The school is beautiful and clean. And the jiu jitsu instruction is world-class.
Big thanks to Coaches Kenny and John at McHugh BJJ Academy in Mount Laurel for everything they’ve done for my son, Jayden. They’re not just teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — they’re building character, discipline, and confidence. I truly appreciate their leadership and the way they look out for each student like family.
The coaches and staff are wonderful. We signed up our 6 year old for the tiny sharks program. Most importantly, it was amazing to see how happy and excited every single one of the 15-20 children were that showed up to our first class, and their fondness of the all the coaches was all I needed to see!
New to BJJ? Start at McHugh Jiu Jitsu - Mt. Laurel
McHugh Jiu Jitsu - Mt. Laurel 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 - Mt. Laurel
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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