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ROLLSTAR Jiu Jitsu (HQ)

5 ★★★★★ 117 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Hackensack, New Jersey

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome 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
  • 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 4–15) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule rsjiujitsuhq.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (201) 477-0461

Hours

Monday 5–9:30 PM
Tuesday 5–9:30 PM
Wednesday 5–9:30 PM
Thursday 6:30–9:30 PM
Friday 5–7:30 PM
Saturday 10 AM–1:30 PM
Sunday 10:30 AM–12:30 PM

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 ROLLSTAR Jiu Jitsu (HQ), confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 26 mentions

“I have been bringing my kids here for years to train, and I can confidently say that ROLLSTAR Jiu Jitsu is a nurturing and effective martial arts academy.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“If you wanna get better at jitz, get in shape, or just want more confidence and to protect yourself and your family this place does and has it all.”

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🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“Great place to begin yourJiu Jitsu journey (beginner classes) or advance as a seasoned practitioner (advanced classes).”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at ROLLSTAR Jiu Jitsu (HQ) — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Muay Thai 2 mentions

“My son and I both attend the BJJ & Muay Thai classes and we are both extremely happy with the quality of the teaching techniques.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 117 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 4 mentions

“Coach Diego is amazing with them his patience and the care he has for the students is great to see.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“Great place to begin yourJiu Jitsu journey (beginner classes) or advance as a seasoned practitioner (advanced classes).”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 10 mentions

“If you wanna get better at jitz, get in shape, or just want more confidence and to protect yourself and your family this place does and has it all.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 4 mentions

“My son and I both attend the BJJ & Muay Thai classes and we are both extremely happy with the quality of the teaching techniques.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“I have been bringing my kids here for years to train, and I can confidently say that ROLLSTAR Jiu Jitsu is a nurturing and effective martial arts academy.”

🧼 clean, well-kept mats 4 mentions

“This is one of the nicest places I've trained BJJ at, clean facilities, class taught by a black belt, training partners of varied skill and size.”

From the reviews

I originally signed up for a class at Rollstar Jiu-Jitsu last summer. I went into the school a bit nervous that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was not a sport that I should try attempting as this was my first real attempt at a combat sport.

★★★★★ — Afnan, Jul 2024

Rollstar BJJ is a wonderful environment for kids and adults. Coach Diego is a wonderful coach who teaches kids not only BJJ moves but life skills. He is extremely patient and kind. The new facility also has great amenities.

★★★★★ — Marwa, Mar 2018

I have been bringing my kids here for years to train, and I can confidently say that ROLLSTAR Jiu Jitsu is a nurturing and effective martial arts academy. Professor Diego and Coach Fred, are not only incredibly skilled but also remarkably kind and gentle in their approach.

★★★★★ — Nabeel, Mar 2024

Honest review here. I am part of the adult program and my son is actually part of the kids program. In conclusion, this is a great organized academy to commit yourself too, it is definitely fair in terms of cost, filled with a lot of individuals who are easy to get a long with, great teachers, a good amount of space,…

★★★★★ — Jason, Feb 2026

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New to BJJ? Start at ROLLSTAR Jiu Jitsu (HQ)

ROLLSTAR Jiu Jitsu (HQ) comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first BJJ class at ROLLSTAR Jiu Jitsu (HQ)

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 ROLLSTAR Jiu Jitsu (HQ)

335 Main St 2nd Fl, Hackensack, NJ07601

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