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Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts (Merrick, NY)

4.9 ★★★★★ 77 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Merrick, New York

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens No-gi

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 3–18) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
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  • Website & schedule tsk.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 516-826-1548

Hours

Monday 2–9:30 pm
Tuesday 2–9:30 pm
Wednesday 2–9:30 pm
Thursday 2–9:30 pm
Friday 2–6:30 pm
Saturday 8 am–2 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 Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts (Merrick, NY), confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 29 mentions

“Sean, the manager, keeps everything running smoothly, while Mark, the main instructor, and Rich, the part-time instructor, are incredible with the kids.”

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🩳 No-Gi

“He’s passionate and excited and literally jumping when he was moved up to the grappling program last week.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“My three kids have grown so much in self-confidence, mental and physical well-being, and have learned crucial self-defense skills.”

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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 Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts (Merrick, NY) — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🎽 Karate

“My son has taken karate classes here for several years, he loves it!”

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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 77 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 4 mentions

“I'm forever grateful to Tiger Schulmann for the profound impact they've had on my family's life.”

great workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“If your goal is to get into the best shape possible and to learn a martial art, then look no further.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“My aspiration is to see both of my children attain their black belts, and I'm confident that with Tiger Schulmann's expert guidance, they'll achieve their goals.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 15 mentions

“The confidence builder his oshu gives these kids is amazing he gives encouraging words thru out the whole training sometime I cry that’s how powerful his words are!”

From the reviews

Tiger Schulmann’s of Merrick is fantastic. Sean, the manager, keeps everything running smoothly, while Mark, the main instructor, and Rich, the part-time instructor, are incredible with the kids.

★★★★★ — Scott, Nov 2024

Wonderful Staff! The Teacher has such a great balance of discipline, respect and humor. It is clear how much the team really loves working with children. You can see the children's experience is just so wonderful. My grandchildren have benefited from this greatly and I highly recommend the Tiger Schulmann's at Seaford!

★★★★★ — Anne, Jun 2022

From the moment you walk in, the instructors bring so much enthusiasm and positivity. It’s been amazing to watch my child’s confidence soar in such a short amount of time. They truly care about the kids and keep them motivated every step of the way. Highly recommend!"

★★★★★ — Christian, Dec 2025

My son started about 7-8months ago and it has boosted his confidence and discipline. The environment is so positive and welcoming! It makes me want to start my own journey with tiger Schulmann! 10/10 recommended!!

★★★★★ — Steph, Jun 2024

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New to BJJ? Start at Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts (Merrick, NY)

Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts (Merrick, NY) 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.

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Your first BJJ class at Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts (Merrick, NY)

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 Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts (Merrick, NY)

2128 Merrick Ave, Merrick, NY11566

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