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Royal Jiu Jitsu Academy Queens
5 ★★★★★ 44 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Jamaica, New York
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 5–13) — 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule royaljiujitsuqueens.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 516-789-3131
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12–8 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I also recommend it for kids to boost their confidence and to learn life lessons.”
“They offer classes to fit every schedule, train both in Gi and No-Gi, and — best for me — have sessions devoted to fundamentals.”
“They offer classes to fit every schedule, train both in Gi and No-Gi, and — best for me — have sessions devoted to fundamentals.”
“Whether you are a beginner, hobbyist, or competitor, you'll progress in your BJJ journey there.”
“The environment is welcoming even for a beginner and the understanding amongst the classes are that we’re here to get better, not to hurt or belittle.”
What members say
“Coach Thomas has been amazing always patient and really helps break things down so I can grow and develop new skills.”
“The environment is welcoming even for a beginner and the understanding amongst the classes are that we’re here to get better, not to hurt or belittle.”
“The environment is welcoming even for a beginner and the understanding amongst the classes are that we’re here to get better, not to hurt or belittle.”
“They teach in an easy-to-understand manner that allows us to get reps in while seeing the true technical details for each movement.”
“Found this new Brazilian jiu-jitsu location in Forest Hills, clean and spacious with separate women’s and men’s bathroom/shower.”
“Found this new Brazilian jiu-jitsu location in Forest Hills, clean and spacious with separate women’s and men’s bathroom/shower.”
From the reviews
I’ve had a great experience training at Royal Jiu Jitsu academy. The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely care about everyone’s progress, whether you’re a beginner or experienced. The environment is welcoming, respectful, and challenging in the best way.
We’re super happy with Royal Jiu Jitsu. It was recommended to us by another parent, and our 7y old started at the end of December. After just a few classes, we’ve already seen real results: more confidence, better focus, more happiness 😃 and new friends, and he genuinely looks forward to every class.
This is a great place to start or continue your Jiu Jitsu journey! Professors Tom and Matheus are extremely knowledgeable and also friendly and approachable. The gym itself is new, super clean, has showers, and there’s plenty of street parking nearby.
My 5 year old son started with 2 free trial classes and it was clear that I was going to move forward with signing him up. Coach Tommy is amazing! He’s patient and is very firm. Shy at first, but my son now looks forward to coming to class. He loves practicing all the techniques learned from each lesson at home.
New to BJJ? Start at Royal Jiu Jitsu Academy Queens
Royal Jiu Jitsu Academy Queens 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 Royal Jiu Jitsu Academy Queens
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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