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Mercury Jiu jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 40 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Poughkeepsie, New York
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
- Membership memberships run around $20/mo — many academies also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
- 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
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule mercuryjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 845-444-4560
Hours
| Monday | 5–7 am, 10:30 am–12 pm, 6–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–6:30 am, 10:30 am–12 pm, 6–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 5–7 am, 10 am–12 pm, 6–9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am–1 pm |
The classes they run
“Our kids have been going here since October and both have not only fallen in love with the sport, but with the people.”
“If it’s your first day, looking to learn self defense, pick up a new skill, fitness, seasoned or looking to compete in the art/ sport Leo will accommodate you.”
“Coach Leo is extremely knowledgeable and takes the time to dedicate one-on-one coaching to make sure everyone is understanding and executing what was taught that class.”
“If it’s your first day, looking to learn self defense, pick up a new skill, fitness, seasoned or looking to compete in the art/ sport Leo will accommodate you.”
“Having no experience whatsoever in BJJ I still was able to walk in and feel comfortable and learn so much from everyone already.”
Other martial arts here
“e you like, jiu jitsu, boxing, wrestling, wing chun, muay thai, judo, you name it, all you have to do is ask & show up.”
“e you like, jiu jitsu, boxing, wrestling, wing chun, muay thai, judo, you name it, all you have to do is ask & show up.”
“e you like, jiu jitsu, boxing, wrestling, wing chun, muay thai, judo, you name it, all you have to do is ask & show up.”
“e you like, jiu jitsu, boxing, wrestling, wing chun, muay thai, judo, you name it, all you have to do is ask & show up.”
What members say
“Coach Leo is extremely knowledgeable and takes the time to dedicate one-on-one coaching to make sure everyone is understanding and executing what was taught that class.”
“If it’s your first day, looking to learn self defense, pick up a new skill, fitness, seasoned or looking to compete in the art/ sport Leo will accommodate you.”
“Everyone is very friendly and I therefore decided to try out a class as well and signed us both up as a mother-daughter bonding time!”
“Techniques are taught clearly and effectively, making it great for both beginners and more experienced practitioners.”
“I’ve seen a huge positive change in my son’s confidence and attitude after each class.”
“If it’s your first day, looking to learn self defense, pick up a new skill, fitness, seasoned or looking to compete in the art/ sport Leo will accommodate you.”
From the reviews
I Was New To The Area.. I been looking for a martial arts school for my 5 year old daughter and I haven't been successful until I found Mercury Jiujitsu. My daughter Loves class looks forward to it daily.
In my 15+ years of martial arts experience I must say Mercury is a fantastic place to train at. Unlike some other martial arts schools that I’ve been to Mercury is family friendly, very nonjudgmental. This BJJ school in particular offers other martial arts as well, such a Boxing, and Wrestling.
My 5 yr old daughter started taking classes the end of April ,she is a shy and reserved girl and I wanted her to learn some self defense and gain some confidence in herself and that’s exactly what is happening.
I would highly recommend Mercury Jiu Jitsu to anyone. It's a great "mom and pop" spot to learn and grow in a skill set within a safe and genuine environment. The most enjoyable part is the workout we get within the classes and the passion from the instructors.
New to BJJ? Start at Mercury Jiu jitsu
Mercury 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 Mercury 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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