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Queens Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 90 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Astoria, 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 queensjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 631-533-3057
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–11 am, 4:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30–11 am, 6:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6:30–11 am, 6:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 6:30–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Women especially should check out the Saturday women’s class as it’s the best introduction to the sport I can imagine.”
“They offer gi and nogi classes for all skill levels, as well as wrestling classes.”
“They offer gi and nogi classes for all skill levels, as well as wrestling classes.”
“Some of my favorite classes are Friday's competition class that's free to those who train.”
“Whether you're pursuing self-defense skills, fitness goals, or BJJ competition success, you'll find unparalleled guidance and a supportive community.”
“What truly stands out is the inclusive and supportive environment they provide, catering to individuals of all skill levels.”
“Classes suit both beginners and advanced practitioners, as well as women and kids.”
Other martial arts here
“From the highest levels in the sport from Marcelo Garcia, old school MMA guys like Mario Sperry, as well as wrestling summer camps at Appalachian State University.”
“From the highest levels in the sport from Marcelo Garcia, old school MMA guys like Mario Sperry, as well as wrestling summer camps at Appalachian State University.”
What members say
“Coach Quinn, Lizz, and Jose are amazing instructors going in detail with techniques for both beginners and advanced guys.”
“The environment is welcoming and fun, the training is designed to get everyone better and the experience of students who have come here is universally considered positive.”
“The environment is welcoming and fun, the training is designed to get everyone better and the experience of students who have come here is universally considered positive.”
“The instruction is excellent and stays current - coming back I saw updates to techniques I'd learned and new details reflecting how the sport's evolved - and you can check Prof.”
“He always keeps classes entertaining all while giving you a great workout.”
“We have gone to two competitions together and Quinn was with me every step in the way in coaching & and motivating.”
From the reviews
*Showers. Bathrooms. Locker rooms. Multiple price plans. No color, brand rules on GI uniform. A women only Saturday morning class. Less of the traditional, bowing, oss, professor stuff. Modern, ever evolving.
The best jiu jitsu gym in Queens. Coach Quinn, Lizz, and Jose are amazing instructors going in detail with techniques for both beginners and advanced guys. The community here is also amazing and full of awesome training partners who want to learn and get better together. Made some great friendships here.
As a 2012 Freestyle Wrestling Olympian, multi-time Pan American medalist, and 5-time amateur champion in MMA promotions across the US, I have trained at some of the best facilities around the world.
I never thought I would find such a supportive community in pursuing martial arts and physical fitness. Queens Jiu Jitsu is my home 5 minutes from home. It’s the perfect place for a woman just starting her BJJ journey to feel supported, welcomed, safe, and have a ton of fun.
New to BJJ? Start at Queens Jiu Jitsu
Queens 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 Queens 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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