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Strive Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 143 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Cherry Hill Township, 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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- 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 strivebjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (856) 429-3800
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 12–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“The instructors are fantastic with the kids, very attentive and observant to their students and passionate about teaching the kids the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.”
“I picked up new skills both with and without gi, and the atmosphere was like family.”
“The culture is great and they’re very supportive of you want to compete, train, or just do it for general health.”
“The class sizes are smaller which allow for 1 on 1 help when needed.”
“I joined Strive last summer to get in better shape and learn self-defense.”
“It is absolutely beginner-friendly but there is still a high ceiling if you are serious about the sport.”
Other martial arts here
“Highly reccomended for whoever wanna start learning MMA and self-defense.”
“Highly recommended if you're looking for a place to learn/brush up on Jiu Jitsu, wrestling, or just want a place to get into better shape physically and mentally.”
What members say
“Professor Rich is an outstanding and patient instructor supported by a great group of upper belt coaches.”
“I had a great time with everyone, professors and students alike, welcoming me and making it a tough but valuable experience.”
“I had a great time with everyone, professors and students alike, welcoming me and making it a tough but valuable experience.”
“There is no shortage of upper belts willing to help drill a technique or work on something after class.”
“The culture is great and they’re very supportive of you want to compete, train, or just do it for general health.”
“My son has improved so much since he started, not just in his jiu-jitsu skills but also in his confidence and discipline.”
From the reviews
I joined Strive last summer to get in better shape and learn self-defense. I was also searching for a new challenge. From the first class I was hooked. Positive atmosphere, knowledgeable coaches, and a high level of camaraderie.
I have been attending this academy for the past year and my experience has been nothing but amazing. The owner and head coach Professor Rich is helpful, professional, kind and friendly who will treat you like a family! Highly reccomended for whoever wanna start learning MMA and self-defense.
The best decision we ever made was to start our son at Strive BJJ Academy last year. It has been an amazing experience watching our son learn and grow . He went from being shy to confident, and self-assured. The place was very welcoming and family friendly. We appreciate you Prof. Rich and the coaches at this facility.
We have had a wonderful experience at Strive! The instructors are fantastic with the kids, very attentive and observant to their students and passionate about teaching the kids the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. They have also created a very welcoming culture to new kids coming into the class. I highly recommend Strive.
New to BJJ? Start at Strive Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
Strive Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy 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 Strive Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
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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