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Rolles Gracie Academy Edison
5 ★★★★★ 77 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Edison, New Jersey
Part of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule rollesgracieedison.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (732) 318-6385
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter and I both train at Rolles Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy in Edison, and honestly, it’s been one of the best decisions we’ve made.”
“They have a great way of teaching jiu jitsu and incorporating self defense which is excellent for women and men of all ages.”
“As a complete beginner to bjj, I was nervous walking in, but the coaches and training partners make it easy to learn and grow at your own pace.”
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What members say
“Shoutout to Professor Rolles, Professor Bernardo, Professor Raullen & Professor Sean for always teaching great classes!”
“From running Martial Arts schools myself, I’m confident in saying that this academy is very professional, clean, and always welcoming for new members.”
“From running Martial Arts schools myself, I’m confident in saying that this academy is very professional, clean, and always welcoming for new members.”
“The kids classes are a great combination of fun and technique and there is a lot of care taken to ensure the kids are performing moves well and safely.”
“Watching my daughter build discipline, confidence, and respect through training has been amazing, and I’ve experienced the same personal growth myself.”
“My daughter and I both train at Rolles Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy in Edison, and honestly, it’s been one of the best decisions we’ve made.”
From the reviews
I absolutely love it here at Rolles Gracie Edison. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, understanding, fun, and take care of everyone of all skill levels. It has a family friendly atmosphere, providing a safe and comfortable environment, and is a very clean and well maintained facility.
Rolles Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy in Edison, New Jersey is truly one of the premier places to train martial arts in the area. From the moment you walk through the doors, you feel the professionalism, discipline, and family atmosphere that make this academy special.
I wanted Jiu-Jitsu and decided to check out Rolles-Gracie Academy. They welcomed me with open arms. All the instructors are super knowledgeable and passionate about Jiu-Jitsu! They are always willing to help you no matter what! I was a bit nervous that I would get hurt because I was a complete beginner.
Been training at Rolles Gracie in Edison and I'm loving it. The core BJJ class has been an amazing and time efficient. The instructors have a way of making things click without overcomplicating it. As someone still early in my jiu jitsu journey, that simplicity has made a huge difference.
New to BJJ? Start at Rolles Gracie Academy Edison
Rolles Gracie Academy Edison 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 Rolles Gracie Academy Edison
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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