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Subforce Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

4.9 ★★★★★ 121 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Lyndhurst, New Jersey

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

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
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
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  • Website & schedule subforcebjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 201-470-0509

Hours

Monday 9 am–9 pm
Tuesday 9 am–9 pm
Wednesday 9 am–9 pm
Thursday 9 am–9 pm
Friday 9 am–9 pm
Saturday 9–11:30 am
Sunday 10–11:30 am

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 Subforce Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 16 mentions

“My son and I both go to Subforce for a few years and I can’t think of a better place to train.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Highly recommend to anyone looking to get in shape, learn self-defense, or challenge themselves mentally and physically.”

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🌱 Beginners 5 mentions

“Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned practitioner, you’ll find great sparring and camaraderie among classmates.”

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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 Subforce Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Muay Thai 2 mentions

“They offer BJJ, muay thai and judo.”

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🤼 Judo

“They offer BJJ, muay thai and judo.”

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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 121 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“Whether you're a beginner or advanced practitioner, there's always something new to learn.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 11 mentions

“The kids spar and roll from early on which humbles them while building their technique and confidence.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 5 mentions

“T and his crew have been great with the young kids, helping them understand the techniques, while also providing lessons for outside the dojo.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 7 mentions

“The kids have a lot of fun while learning basic techniques, discipline, and getting to safely push and punch around.”

From the reviews

My son started classes only recently but I already see the positive impact. Mr. T and his crew have been great with the young kids, helping them understand the techniques, while also providing lessons for outside the dojo. I see how much fun he has at each class and know this is a great fit for him.

★★★★★ — Anthony, May 2021

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I can’t say enough about how amazing my experience at Subforce Bjj has been! From the moment I walked in, I felt like part of a family. The atmosphere is incredibly welcoming, making it easy for newcomers to feel at home.

★★★★★ — William, Nov 2024

After practicing a couple of martial arts styles and years at CrossFit, not only have I found BJJ to be the most rewarding it’s the culture at SF that makes all the difference. It’s a community, a culture, something I am starting to advocate with my kids.

★★★★★ — Albie, Nov 2024

My first Jiu Jitsu trial class was fantastic! The Instructor was incredibly kind,helpful, the lesson was specific,detailed. Everyone there was great. I highly recommend this professional business to anyone interested In martial arts.

★★★★★ — Khaled, Aug 2025

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New to BJJ? Start at Subforce Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Subforce Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first BJJ class at Subforce 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.

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 Subforce Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

718 Ridge Rd, Lyndhurst, NJ07071

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