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Red Wolf Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 22 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Surf City, North Carolina
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 (ages 6–14) — 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
- 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 redwolfjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 4–9 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–1 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“World class jiu jitsu instruction and quality training partners for everyone from beginner to experienced competitors.”
“The private sessions I’ve taken with him have been some of the most valuable training I’ve ever had.”
“Whether you’re stepping on the mats for the first time or you’re a seasoned practitioner looking to refine your game, Zach’s guidance elevates everyone.”
“Whether you're an adult or looking somewhere for your kids, Zach can tailor his training to accommodate.”
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What members say
“Not only is he continuing to improve his mastery of grappling, he's also continuously honing the craft of being an excellent instructor.”
“He breaks things down in a way that actually makes sense, and he makes sure everyone feels comfortable, from beginners to experienced students.”
“From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with an atmosphere that’s both welcoming and motivating.”
“Head instructor and owner Zach LeCates has created something truly special here—a school where high-level technique meets genuine community.”
“World class jiu jitsu instruction and quality training partners for everyone from beginner to experienced competitors.”
“If you’re looking for a place to train jiu jitsu, build confidence, get in shape, or join a community that truly cares, Red Wolf Jiu Jitsu is the place.”
From the reviews
I’ve trained with a lot of coaches over the years, and Zach is truly a tier-1 instructor. As a blue belt, I’ve seen firsthand how well he teaches the fundamentals—clear, patient, and detailed—while also being phenomenal with advanced, leg-heavy techniques that have completely leveled up my game.
I've been training with Zach for a couple of years now. It goes without saying that he is excellent at jiu jitsu, and has plenty of successful competition experience. What really sets him apart though, is how keenly aware he is that instruction itself is also a skill.
I can’t recommend Zach enough as a Jiu Jitsu instructor. His teaching style is the perfect balance of technical, patient, and motivating. He breaks things down in a way that actually makes sense, and he makes sure everyone feels comfortable, from beginners to experienced students.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Red Wolf Jiu Jitsu Is Absolutely Top-Tier! Training at Red Wolf Jiu Jitsu has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with an atmosphere that’s both welcoming and motivating.
New to BJJ? Start at Red Wolf Jiu Jitsu
Red Wolf 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 Red Wolf 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. 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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