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Silver Fox Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy [East Hanover]
5 ★★★★★ 140 Google reviews · BJJ gym in East Hanover, New Jersey
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.
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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 — 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 silverfoxbjjeh.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 973-987-8500
Hours
| Monday | 12–1:30 pm, 5–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–7:30 am, 5–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7:30 am, 12–1:30 pm, 5–8 pm |
| Friday | 5–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10:30 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Coach Frankie has a unique ability to break down complex movements in a way that’s easy to understand, while always emphasizing proper technique.”
“The owner/coach, Frankie Roberts, is a patient instructor who teaches his kids BJJ skills and techniques while also building their confidence and teaching them respect.”
“Frankie, the owner and head instructor, has cultivated a community that is welcoming to individuals of all walks of life who are training for hobby, competition, self defense, etc.”
“Professor Frank and the team break down techniques with incredible detail, making it perfect for beginners and advanced alike.”
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“Coming from a wrestling background, I missed having a routine, the grit and grind of a great workout, and the feeling of competing.”
What members say
“Silverfox BJJ East Hanover continues to be a place where I enjoy world class instruction and a community full of awesome people from all walks of life.”
“Frankie, the owner and head instructor, has cultivated a community that is welcoming to individuals of all walks of life who are training for hobby, competition, self defense, etc.”
“Frankie, the owner and head instructor, has cultivated a community that is welcoming to individuals of all walks of life who are training for hobby, competition, self defense, etc.”
“The owner/coach, Frankie Roberts, is a patient instructor who teaches his kids BJJ skills and techniques while also building their confidence and teaching them respect.”
“Frankie, the owner and head instructor, has cultivated a community that is welcoming to individuals of all walks of life who are training for hobby, competition, self defense, etc.”
“Every instructor at the academy guides you at your own pace, promotes safety and discipline, and inspires you to reach your fullest potential on the mat and as a person.”
From the reviews
The Silver Fox community has captivated me from the very beginning. I was fascinated by the idea of my son practicing jujitsu and being surrounded by such an incredible culture and family. A couple of years ago, I finally had the pleasure of joining Silver Fox East Hanover myself.
Silver Fox East Hanover is an awesome gym with a positive community. They offer Kids classes through adult, with options for fundamentals and/or advanced classes for BJJ. One of the highlights of this gym is its diverse training schedule, offering morning and night classes.
When I first met Professor Frankie I had been training for about 9 years. in that time I have seen Great instructors and not so good. Professor Frankie is a Great Instructor. He has such an attention to detail. His passion pertrudes in his teaching. He loves what he does and his students. His Lineage is legit.
I found Silver Fox BJJ through a mutual friend and haven't looked back since. Coming from a wrestling background, I missed having a routine, the grit and grind of a great workout, and the feeling of competing. Owner and Head Instructor Frankie Roberts made me feel very welcome from day one.
New to BJJ? Start at Silver Fox Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy [East Hanover]
Silver Fox Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy [East Hanover] 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 Silver Fox Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy [East Hanover]
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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