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Velez Jiujitsu
5 ★★★★★ 105 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Iselin, 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule dieseltrainingbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (732) 428-9380
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–1 PM, 6–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–1 PM, 6–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–1 PM, 6–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–1 PM, 6–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–1 PM, 6:30–8 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 11 AM–2 PM |
The classes they run
“Kids classes, afternoon classes, evening classes, and weekend classes are available.”
“I HIGHLY recommend this gym to anyone wanting to get in shape, learn self-defense, or compete.”
“I HIGHLY recommend this gym to anyone wanting to get in shape, learn self-defense, or compete.”
“I was welcomed by all levels and every student has helped me along the way during my time with Velez Jiujitsu.”
What members say
“Coach Velez is exceptionally knowledgeable, not only imparting valuable techniques but also emphasizing the importance of respect and character development.”
“His staff and students are great people and his gym is very welcoming along with the level of instruction being top notch.”
“The vibes are always positive; all of the professors, coaches, and training partners are kind, understanding, and push you to succeed in the most supportive way.”
“Coach Velez is exceptionally knowledgeable, not only imparting valuable techniques but also emphasizing the importance of respect and character development.”
“Mr Velez is very dedicated and great with kids.”
“I highly recommend his gym to train Jiujitsu for general practitioners or competition oriented folks.”
From the reviews
I have been training at Velez Jiujitsu for two years. In those two years, I have grown fond of the people who train at Velez and have considered Javier Velez a friend. The school is very technical in its teaching but very relaxed in its atmosphere.
I’ve personally trained with Prof. Velez for over 12 years and we are now both black belts. I can honestly say that he is one of the most giving and compassionate practitioners/instructors that you can find anywhere.
For any military active/veterans, Velez Jiujitsu has been the best school I have ever had the pleasure of training at. The vibes are always positive; all of the professors, coaches, and training partners are kind, understanding, and push you to succeed in the most supportive way.
This review is for my son's Jiu-Jitsu class. Coach Velez is exceptionally knowledgeable, not only imparting valuable techniques but also emphasizing the importance of respect and character development. My son, along with the other students, thoroughly enjoys the class and greatly benefits from the coaches' guidance.
New to BJJ? Start at Velez Jiujitsu
Velez Jiujitsu 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.
Your first BJJ class at Velez Jiujitsu
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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