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Moorestown Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Moorestown, 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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule moorestownbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (609) 744-4631
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“This is a great place for both kids and adults, whether you've never trained in martial arts before or are a skilled practitioner.”
“After completing my trial membership, and signing up my goal was to attend 2 times a week, with hopes of eventually grasping a few self defense concepts.”
“Whether you're a beginner or an advanced practitioner, this academy provides top-notch training and fosters a strong sense of community.”
Other martial arts here
“Jimmy is a world class instructor, with years of knowledge in both wrestling, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.”
What members say
“Jimmy is a world class instructor, with years of knowledge in both wrestling, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.”
“Whether you're a beginner or an advanced practitioner, this academy provides top-notch training and fosters a strong sense of community.”
“Jim Hassett is a truly gifted instructor who is thorough, articulate, patient, and supportive when teaching techniques.”
“Jim Hassett is a truly gifted instructor who is thorough, articulate, patient, and supportive when teaching techniques.”
“The facility is spotless and well-maintained, creating a safe environment for the kids to learn and train.”
“He has a natural ability to connect with the children, making each class enjoyable while instilling discipline and respect for the art.”
From the reviews
We’ve been attending Moorestown BJJ for a couple weeks now, and I can’t say enough good things about it! My son who is eight years old, absolutely loves the classes. The coach is fantastic with kids, ensuring they learn the techniques in a way that’s both fun and engaging.
Owner and head instructor, Jim Hassett, at Moorestown Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has created an overall great learning environment. Each session and every week is clearly and thoughtfully planned out, assuring noticeable progress at any level.
I’m from New Mexico visited multiple guns here. This gym was very technical, professional and welcoming. They make you feel home away from home and treat you like their own. Professor Hassett is extremely skilled and dedicated to his students.
I have known Jim for over 20 years. Jim is one of the most well rounded Jiu Jitsu guys I know. He has been involved with Jiu Jitsu since he was a kid. He has a great lineage with his brother John Hassett, and many other top Jiu Jitsu Instructors in the Country!
New to BJJ? Start at Moorestown Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Moorestown Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Moorestown 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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