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Viper's Den Jiu-Jitsu
4.5 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Fair Lawn, 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule vipersdenbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (201) 655-1332
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–1:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“My husband just dropped our kids off for one class, never expecting that one day to leave such a huge impression.”
“My child has also improved in coordination and fitness, while learning self-defense in a safe, respectful environment.”
“Professor Chris explains everything clearly and makes beginners feel comfortable from day one.”
Other martial arts here
“Their classes offer a great blend of technical BJJ and wrestling fundamentals, which makes the training both practical and challenging.”
What members say
“Chris is an outstanding coach who teaches with great technique and attention to detail, and Michael is also an excellent coach.”
“From the moment we walked in, the environment was welcoming, positive, and very family-friendly.”
“The instructors are knowledgeable and genuinely supportive, making all kids feel welcomed (whether shy or outgoing).”
“They are patient, encouraging, and incredibly skilled at keeping children engaged while teaching real discipline, confidence, and technique.”
“My son loves being part of the program, and we’ve seen real progress thanks to the individualized attention each student receives.”
“The facilty is clean and welcoming and the instruction is top notch!”
From the reviews
Our Family loves Vipers Den Jiu Jitsu. The instructors are highly trained dedicated in the Brazilian arts. Our 9 year old remain focus the entire class learning self defense. The schedule is very flexible throughout the day so you can always find time to train. I strongly recommend Vipers Den Jiu Jitsu.
We came all the way from the Philippines to visit Jersey, and at some point the kids were getting bored. I decided to drop them off at Vipers Den for just one class, honestly thinking of it as a way to keep them busy for the day.
I’m so glad I enrolled my child in Viper’s Den Jiu-Jitsu — it’s been a fantastic experience from day one. The Kids Jiu-Jitsu program lives up to its promise: classes are fun and energetic, but also build real character.
My 8-year-old daughter recently joined Viper’s Den Jiu Jitsu in Fair Lawn, and she had an absolute blast. From the moment we walked in, the environment was welcoming, positive, and very family-friendly. The owner and instructors are phenomenal with kids.
New to BJJ? Start at Viper's Den Jiu-Jitsu
Viper's Den Jiu-Jitsu 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 Viper's Den 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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