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SAS Team BJJ Manchester
4.7 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Manchester, Pennsylvania
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
- 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
- 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 sasteambjjmanchester.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (717) 586-1531
Hours
| Monday | 5–6 AM, 6–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–6 AM, 6–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–6 AM, 6–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5–6 AM, 6–8 PM |
| Friday | 6–8 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 1–3 PM |
The classes they run
“" My son is still too young, but the kids class looks like fun too I know I just started, but I totally drank the Kool-aid.”
“Some kids have participated in tournaments and won first place medals.”
“I’m not currently taking classes at this facility, but had the pleasure of meeting Dan at the school where I do train and now I’m doing private lessons with him.”
“I am now a purple belt and have begun assisting with coaching for some of the kids classes and I the beginners class.”
What members say
“Dan, the instructor is very knowledgeable and willing to go the extra step to make sure you are learning.”
“I am now a purple belt and have begun assisting with coaching for some of the kids classes and I the beginners class.”
“Every student is also welcoming and make sure you are comfortable.”
“Some kids have participated in tournaments and won first place medals.”
From the reviews
From the moment you step through the door, it's clear that this is a place where professionalism and expertise are paramount. The instructor Dan was incredibly knowledgeable and brought a wealth of experience to every class.
I began my Jiu Jitsu journey here. Such an awesome place to learn about an amazing sport. The owner is very knowledgeable, with a passion that spills over to the students. I really respect and appreciate the philosophy and approach to the education.
My son and I have recently begun taking lessons at this location. Initially we were only looking for something for my son. After watching, I could not wait to jump in my self with the adult classes. In a short time we have both learned a lot about the sport, and picked up some new skills.
I’m not currently taking classes at this facility, but had the pleasure of meeting Dan at the school where I do train and now I’m doing private lessons with him. He’s patient, knowledgeable and methodical in his approach. I’ve learned a lot and I’m really grateful to have him as an instructor.
New to BJJ? Start at SAS Team BJJ Manchester
SAS Team BJJ Manchester 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 SAS Team BJJ Manchester
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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