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Oneonta Jiu Jitsu Academy

5 ★★★★★ 82 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Oneonta, New York

BJJ gym Free trial Kids & teens No-gi Competition team

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
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
  • No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
  • Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
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  • Website & schedule oneontajiujitsuacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (607) 431-8882

Hours

Monday 3:30–8 PM
Tuesday 3:30–8:30 PM
Wednesday 3:30–8:30 PM
Thursday 3:30–8:30 PM
Friday 3:30–8:30 PM
Saturday 3:30–8:30 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Oneonta Jiu Jitsu Academy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 15 mentions

“The community is amazing & I love the family that Matt, Wyatt, & all the coaches have created both in our adults & kids classes.”

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🏆 Competition Team 3 mentions

“You will get to learn all aspects of BJJ here from takedowns, fundamentals, advanced and competition training.”

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🔓 Open Mat

“I dropped by for the Saturday open mat and was immediately welcomed with open arms.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“A group of us from the company went there yesterday for a self-defense class, and it was, in a word, amazing.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 82 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 12 mentions

“The community is amazing & I love the family that Matt, Wyatt, & all the coaches have created both in our adults & kids classes.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“Such a great academy my son loves it’s here BJJ comes before any of the other sports he’s involved in.”

active competition team 4 mentions

“You will get to learn all aspects of BJJ here from takedowns, fundamentals, advanced and competition training.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 5 mentions

“Students leave each day with new skills and a level of confidence that is valuable on and off the mat.”

From the reviews

I’m in the area visiting family for the holidays and wanted to get in a few rolls. After reaching out through their website, Coach Matt responded within minutes, which was awesome. I dropped by for the Saturday open mat and was immediately welcomed with open arms.

★★★★★ — Kevin, Dec 2024

Moved to Oneonta recently, found this gym, and from then on, went three days a week. The instructors here are practical, fun, experienced, and welcoming. Unbelievably happy with the experiences I had. All of the students were also insanely cool, people aren't here to destroy each other, everyone is here to learn.

★★★★★ — Levi, Apr 2025

Best gym in the tri-state area hands down. Having trained in a few gyms, I love the culture of this gym. The coaches are amazing, and so are the teammates. Everyone treates you like a brother, none of that toxic gym attitude you may find in other gyms. Matt and Wyatt are doing an amazing job.

★★★★★ — Muhammed, Mar 2026

OJJA is an amazing place to train for all ages. Our three children (ages 7-13) all attend classes and have learned so much. Students leave each day with new skills and a level of confidence that is valuable on and off the mat.

★★★★★ — Nicole, Dec 2025

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Your first BJJ class at Oneonta Jiu Jitsu Academy

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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Oneonta Jiu Jitsu Academy

5366 Main St, Oneonta, NY13820

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