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Vermont Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 135 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Williston, Vermont
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- 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 vermontbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (802) 598-2839
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“This place is special in the way it motivates the kids to keep going, the life skills that are intertwined throughout the practices and the community it creates for these kiddos.”
“As a woman, I feel more confident and capable not to mention healthier.”
“As a mother of two little girls, it's also been really exciting to watch them again new respect for their bodies and their abilities to compete and defend themselves.”
“As a mother of girls I am so happy that my daughters are learning self defense and self confidence in a positive fun atmosphere where they feel challenged and supported.”
“If you're wondering *where* you should train jiujitsu, come train at vtbjj it's a welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels, ages, and body types.”
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What members say
“Julio Fernandez is an amazing instructor of martial arts, drawing from an incredible depth of knowledge and experience.”
“If you're wondering *where* you should train jiujitsu, come train at vtbjj it's a welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels, ages, and body types.”
“If you're wondering *where* you should train jiujitsu, come train at vtbjj it's a welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels, ages, and body types.”
“The kids programs promote agility training, self defense technique, and general fitness which is a great foundation for all sports and a healthy lifestyle.”
“As a mother of girls I am so happy that my daughters are learning self defense and self confidence in a positive fun atmosphere where they feel challenged and supported.”
“As a mother of two little girls, it's also been really exciting to watch them again new respect for their bodies and their abilities to compete and defend themselves.”
From the reviews
If you're wondering *if* you should train jiujitsu, you probably should, it's a BLAST. If you're wondering *where* you should train jiujitsu, come train at vtbjj it's a welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels, ages, and body types.
My journey in Vermont Brazilian jiu jitsu has changed my life in many ways! I am less than 3 months into it. I have already lost 10 lb., gain confidence and have a whole new view on the belief that I have in myself! I am very excited to continue my journey and BJJ at Vermont Brazilian jiu-jitsu for many years to come!
Julio and his team provide a safe, welcoming environment to learn BJJ. Our whole family enjoys attending classes. We learn new skills and hone our technique in every session. Each instructor is patient, detailed, and encouraging.
Vermont BJJ has become a big part of our family's life. Julio and has team are incredibly welcoming and skilled. As a 35 year old woman I've only ever felt comfortable and supported in all of my classes.
New to BJJ? Start at Vermont Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Vermont Brazilian 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.
Your first BJJ class at Vermont Brazilian 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.
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