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Pillar jiujitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 174 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Brooklyn, New York
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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule pillarjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 347-938-7694
Hours
| Monday | 12–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 3:30–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 3:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am–1 pm, 3:30–7 pm |
| Saturday | 9:45 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I started taking classes for beginners ( before the actual beginners) in August where you learn the basics of BJJ.”
“I love that they offer classes for all ages and I enjoy watching the kids train, while the coaches push them to be their best selves.”
“When I was a high school student, looking to continue my passion for jiujitsu at the time Professors RC and Isaiah, welcomed me with open arms.”
“My kids have advanced so quickly that they competing placing gold/silver in tournaments.”
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, you'll find the quality of instruction and the supportive community to be unparalleled.”
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What members say
“Amazing community and amazing coaches.”
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, you'll find the quality of instruction and the supportive community to be unparalleled.”
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, you'll find the quality of instruction and the supportive community to be unparalleled.”
“The kids program is taught in a systematic manner that is challenging, yet interactive and intuitive for younger minds.”
“The kids program is taught in a systematic manner that is challenging, yet interactive and intuitive for younger minds.”
“Pillar is a great gym with multiple instructors that are high-level and have competitive experience.”
From the reviews
Pillar Jujitsu offers a top-notch martial arts experience. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, you'll find the quality of instruction and the supportive community to be unparalleled. I highly recommend Pillar Jujitsu to anyone looking to explore or deepen their jujitsu journey.
Pillar Jiu-Jitsu, is more than a gym, it’s a family. When I was a high school student, looking to continue my passion for jiujitsu at the time Professors RC and Isaiah, welcomed me with open arms.
I started taking classes for beginners ( before the actual beginners) in August where you learn the basics of BJJ. I have no training barely work out and just wanted to try something outrageously new.
First off, wow. Pillar Jiu Jitsu is the real deal. It's also the community spot I didn't know I needed, but I'm happy I discovered. I echo other reviews in saying that I'm completely new to jiu jitsu, but the level of instruction the coaches provide (special shout to Coach RC) is second to none.
New to BJJ? Start at Pillar jiujitsu
Pillar jiujitsu 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 Pillar jiujitsu
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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