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Vitor Shaolin Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 102 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Scotch Plains, New Jersey
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
- 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 shaolinbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 551-556-3338
Hours
| Monday | 8:30–9:30 am, 4–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30–11 am, 4–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 8:30–11 am, 4–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 8:30–9:30 am, 4–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Both of my kids trained here, and while one chose to continue and grow stronger, the overall experience was very positive for our family.”
“The passion the instructors have for all aspects of the martial art from the self defense to the sport side is immense.”
Other martial arts here
“I have trained in multiple martial arts over my life ranging from Japanese jujitsu, judo and karate.”
“I have trained in multiple martial arts over my life ranging from Japanese jujitsu, judo and karate.”
What members say
“Professors Shaolin and Andre are incredible coaches and practitioners and it’s really an honor to be able to start my bjj journey learning from them.”
“The instruction is world-class, and Professor Shaolin and Professor Andre creates such a welcoming and positive environment with all the other coaches and students.”
“The instruction is world-class, and Professor Shaolin and Professor Andre creates such a welcoming and positive environment with all the other coaches and students.”
“My son loves it here and has grown so much in confidence, discipline, and technique.”
“They not only have instilled confidence, structure, and discipline in my son, but confidence as well.”
“You’re getting world class instruction from true martial artists that have competed at the highest level.”
From the reviews
After visiting various places around my area, we decided that Vitor Shaolin was the academy to introduce Jiu-jitsu to my daughter. The facility is very clean, instructors are always encouraging the kids to do their best.
I travel quite a bit for my work and I have trained BJJ in a ton of places - by far Vitor Shaolin runs one of the best schools around. If you live in the area, lucky you, train here!! If you are travelling and have the opportunity then come here.
Once the decision was made that our kids would be taking Jiu-Jitsu classes, our goal was to find a school that was nurturing and provided good structure without using intimidation tactics. A place where there is mutual respect between teachers, students, and peers.
Our daughter came from another school and has been here since June, the teachers are absolutely fantastic. Vitor and Andre are excellent teachers and obvious experts, they have made her transition seamless and have allowed her to just pick up where she left off.
Your first BJJ class at Vitor Shaolin Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
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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