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Sneaky Panda Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Phillipsburg, New Jersey
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 3–5) — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule sneakypandajj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 908-827-6362
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 5:30–7 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–12 pm |
The classes they run
“I started bringing my two kids here since Dave opened, and it has been an amazing experience from day one.”
“Whether you’re looking for fitness, self defense, or just a supportive place to grow, this is the gym for you.”
“Dave sticks to his word of a no judgement beginner friendly gym and it really is a place for people of all skill levels.”
Other martial arts here
“If you want to take a Muay Thai class check out Sneaky Panda.”
What members say
“The instructor is knowledgeable, patient, and truly care about helping and involving each student in the class.”
“I am new to Brazilian jiu jitsu and he made me feel welcomed and a more confident in trying something that has me feeling like a baby giraffe.”
“Dave sticks to his word of a no judgement beginner friendly gym and it really is a place for people of all skill levels.”
“They teach discipline along with self focus while have fun with amazing techniques for the sport.”
“Please please bring your kids here!! My kids absolutely love it there!”
“The environment is clean, safe, and incredibly positive for both kids and adults.”
From the reviews
From a family of five Sneaky Panda has been a game changer! Our whole family trains at Sneaky Panda, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From day one, we were welcomed like family. The environment is clean, safe, and incredibly positive for both kids and adults.
I took Jiu jitsu a few years ago but had to stop because of basketball season. I was a previous member at Burleys and was so excited when I heard they were being Bjj there. Sneaky panda far exceeded my expectations.
I was primarily looking for jujitsu classes for my son (7). Sneaky Panda was a new addition to my local gym in Phillipsburg, making for convenience. I figured I’d try it too for endurance training. Dave (instructor) is not only great with adults, he’s excellent with kids.
My son absolutely loves their classes. Very engaging and great instruction. Would definitely recommend this school!
New to BJJ? Start at Sneaky Panda Jiu-Jitsu
Sneaky Panda Jiu-Jitsu 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.
Your first BJJ class at Sneaky Panda Jiu-Jitsu
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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