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Shinobi Jiu Jitsu & MMA
4.9 ★★★★★ 68 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Evans Mills, 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
- Membership memberships run around $99/mo — many academies also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
- 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
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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 shinobimmany.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 315-286-4376
Hours
| Monday | 9–10:15 am, 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 10–11 am, 4–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 9–10:15 am, 6–7 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | 10–11 am |
The classes they run
“The kids and adult classes are well structured and geared towards the levels of the students.”
“The coaches are top notch, they actually participate in rolls with students and compete and win.”
“The coaches are fantastic for all levels of experience and the atmosphere is so friendly, I felt right at home even as a complete newbie.”
Other martial arts here
“This gym isn’t just a good jiu jitsu and MMA gym for watertown, it is a good gym when comparing it to gyms in Honolulu HI, Phoenix AZ, Fayetteville NC and Boise ID.”
“The wrestling mats they have are super soft and they even have a pit wall.”
What members say
“They have several black belt instructors all with different backgrounds and styles.”
“The coaches are fantastic for all levels of experience and the atmosphere is so friendly, I felt right at home even as a complete newbie.”
“The coaches are fantastic for all levels of experience and the atmosphere is so friendly, I felt right at home even as a complete newbie.”
“Best instructors, best customer service, clean, friendly and family oriented.”
From the reviews
I can’t say enough good things about this gym! The coaches are top-notch, super knowledgeable, supportive, and really make you feel at home. Jamie, the head coach/owner, is so positive, encouraging, welcoming, and wants everybody to have fun and enjoy themselves.
I have been to a few different gyms due to military moves. Without a doubt, this is the best jiu jitsu gym. Shinobi has a super friendly atmosphere that is welcoming to new students. The kids and adult classes are well structured and geared towards the levels of the students.
I have been training BJJ and MMA for over 20 years all over the world and had an amazing time training with the team here! Jamie runs a great program for all skill levels from kids through adults! Every time I come to Ft.Drum, I am always sure to stop by and train. If you are in the Ft.
Great gym! Was around the area for work with my brother , and we got to join a free class for the first visit. They’re very welcoming and professional. The coaches and students were very respectful. We visited another gym in the area, and Behring bjj seemed a lot better.
New to BJJ? Start at Shinobi Jiu Jitsu & MMA
Shinobi Jiu Jitsu & MMA 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 Shinobi Jiu Jitsu & MMA
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.