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Tempo Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Columbus, New Jersey

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team New

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
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
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  • Website & schedule tempobjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 609-479-1103

Hours

Monday 12–1 pm, 4:30–8 pm
Tuesday 12–1 pm, 4:30–8 pm
Wednesday 12–1 pm, 4:30–8 pm
Thursday 12–1 pm, 4:30–8 pm
Friday 12–1 pm
Saturday 8:30 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

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

🧒 Kids BJJ 7 mentions

“Tyler is incredibly knowledgeable and great with the kids in the kids classes.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“He also supports his competitors at competitions.”

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🌱 Beginners

“Great environment to train for all levels.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 12 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is welcoming, professional, and warm!”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 5 mentions

“From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is welcoming, professional, and warm!”

active competition team 2 mentions

“He also supports his competitors at competitions.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 2 mentions

“With Professor Tyler, Asher has gained so much confidence, and his focus has improved in ways we’ve noticed both on and off the mat.”

From the reviews

I can’t say enough good things about Tempo jiu jitsu. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is welcoming, professional, and warm! Tyler is incredibly knowledgeable and truly stands out.

★★★★★ — Andrea, May 2026

Professor Tyler has been training my son for 4.5 years. We have watched him train all ages over the years. He knows how to adapt instruction for ages and levels. He keeps structure, but at the same time makes sure the kids are having fun. He also supports his competitors at competitions.

★★★★★ — Stephanie, May 2026

Tyler is a phenomenal instructor for kids and adults. He is patient, understanding, and knows how to teach to people's abilities. I have known and trained with Tyler for 6 years and recommended him to anyone starting out or those who want to elevate their game.

★★★★★ — Nicole, Mar 2026

We love Tempo! The instructors are amazing people! they are patient, encouraging, and very skilled. With Professor Tyler, Asher has gained so much confidence, and his focus has improved in ways we’ve noticed both on and off the mat. The environment is positive, well-structured, and welcoming.

★★★★★ — Sylvanna, May 2026

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New to BJJ? Start at Tempo Jiu Jitsu

Tempo 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first BJJ class at Tempo 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 Tempo Jiu Jitsu

23203 Columbus Rd Ste m, Columbus, NJ08022

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