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Soca Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 116 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Wantagh, New York
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
- 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 3–14) — 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 socabjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 516-557-2888
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–7 am, 10 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–7 am, 10 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7 am, 10 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–12 pm |
The classes they run
“For the love of BJJ and the overall discipline, confidence, team building and strength for your children I recommend Soca BJJ!”
“The Women’s class with Professor Samantha Freitas has been deeply empowering for me.”
“Through all he has achieved, he took the time to instruct me and the other beginners on proper technique and overall it was an amazing experience.”
Other martial arts here
“There are spin classes, Brazilian performance training & Muay Thai classes.”
What members say
“Professor Soca is an amazing instructor and world class champion who really cares about his students and offers quality jiu-jitsu instruction.”
“Through all he has achieved, he took the time to instruct me and the other beginners on proper technique and overall it was an amazing experience.”
“Soca BJJ is more than just a Martial Arts Academy , they have deep roots in the community and it's more like family when you step into their facility.”
“Through all he has achieved, he took the time to instruct me and the other beginners on proper technique and overall it was an amazing experience.”
“Soca and Sam have created a family atmosphere that encourages learning, conditioning and understanding.”
“Facilities are always clean and well kept and there are lots of classes as to accommodate any schedule.”
From the reviews
It has been two years, since I joined Soca BJJ and my only regret is not joining sooner. At the time, I was almost 40 years old and had some reservations about training at my age. Soca and Sam have created a family atmosphere that encourages learning, conditioning and understanding.
Being a part of Soca Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has been one of the best decisions of my life. This Academy has helped me grow in way more ways than I can get into on this review. It has opened doors of incredible opportunity, and given me life long friendships.
One of the best places I ever had the pleasure in stepping into. Soca is a living legend, not only does he have the knowledge and skill but he’s a 10x world champion. Samantha is also such an amazing professor who runs the female’s program. Together they make everyone feel like they’re part of their family.
Joining SOCA BJJ has been the best decision I have ever made! Professor Soca is an amazing instructor and world class champion who really cares about his students and offers quality jiu-jitsu instruction. Since joining, I have noticed so many changes about myself physically, mentally, and emotionally.
New to BJJ? Start at Soca Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Soca Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 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 Soca Brazilian 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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