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South Jersey Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 130 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Berlin, New Jersey

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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  • 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
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  • Website & schedule sjbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 856-809-0429

Hours

Monday 6 am–9:30 pm
Tuesday 6 am–9 pm
Wednesday 6 am–9:30 pm
Thursday 12–9 pm
Friday 6–7 am, 12–2 pm, 5–7 pm
Saturday 9 am–1:30 pm
Sunday 12:30–2 pm

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at South Jersey Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 27 mentions

“The instructors are not only skilled and professional, but also incredibly patient and encouraging with the kids.”

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Teens BJJ

“There is a place for everyone, kids, teens, adults, and all levels from beginners to professionals.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“You find a community of people from all walks of life who put the real world aside for a short time to work towards common goals.”

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🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned practitioner, you’ll feel welcomed and challenged in the best way.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at South Jersey Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA 2 mentions

“If you’re in South NJ and want to train MMA, not just Jiujitsu, SJBJJ is the place to be.”

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🦵 Kickboxing 2 mentions

“Not to mention they have group yoga, kickboxing, mma.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 130 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 2 mentions

“Excellent instruction, tough rolls and good people.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned practitioner, you’ll feel welcomed and challenged in the best way.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 15 mentions

“Review: South Jersey Brazilian Jiu Jitsu South Jersey Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a standout academy with top-notch instruction and a truly supportive community.”

🧒 strong kids program 7 mentions

“We’ve been part of this Jiu Jitsu school for just under 2 years now, and it has been an amazing experience for our son. He’s loves coming to class.”

🧼 clean, well-kept mats 3 mentions

“Everyone was super nice, facility was very clean, and there was a ton of mat space”

💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“South Jersey Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a wonderful place and so very worth it.”

From the reviews

SJBJJ quickly became our entirely families second home. The culture of everyone working together to get better is second to none. The parents class allows the whole family to train at the entire time. The Bongiorno’s are truly special people. Could not recommend more.

★★★★★ — Mark, Apr 2023

South Jersey Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a wonderful place and so very worth it. It's given my son a healthy outlet for his neverending energy. One of my favorite parts is that there's a life lesson almost every session.

★★★★★ — Laura, Nov 2025

If you’re in South NJ and want to train MMA, not just Jiujitsu, SJBJJ is the place to be. They have it all. It is safe, fun, and you will learn skills that will benefit you for the rest of your life. Not to mention, I guarantee you will meet people who will become some of the closest people in your life.

★★★★★ — Core, Mar 2025

Review: South Jersey Brazilian Jiu Jitsu South Jersey Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a standout academy with top-notch instruction and a truly supportive community. The instructors are not only highly skilled and experienced but also incredibly patient and dedicated to helping every student improve, regardless of their level.

★★★★★ — Barbara, May 2025

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New to BJJ? Start at South Jersey Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

South Jersey 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first BJJ class at South Jersey 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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find South Jersey Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

2 NJ-73, Berlin, NJ08009

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