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Whetstone Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 86 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Cortlandt Manor, New York
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 4–15) — 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
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule whetstonejj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (914) 257-3536
Hours
| Monday | 6–7:30 AM, 10:30 AM–12 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–7:30 AM, 12–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–12:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6–7:30 AM, 12–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 6–7:30 AM, 12–2 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“The owners have a true dedication and passion, that’s matched by their knowledge and patience with both the adults and the kids.”
“), clean bathroom, ample parking, and a range of classes in gi and no gi, including striking, MMA, and plenty of open mat time.”
“), clean bathroom, ample parking, and a range of classes in gi and no gi, including striking, MMA, and plenty of open mat time.”
“His classes are fun, his techniques solid, and he does a good job of including brand new people and more seasoned competitors.”
“), clean bathroom, ample parking, and a range of classes in gi and no gi, including striking, MMA, and plenty of open mat time.”
“Not only will you learn self defense but you’ll find new confidence in yourself and make life long friends!”
“His instruction is clear, insightful, and tailored to each student's needs, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned practitioner.”
Other martial arts here
“I’ve already learned a ton practicing Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai.”
“), clean bathroom, ample parking, and a range of classes in gi and no gi, including striking, MMA, and plenty of open mat time.”
What members say
“Coach Dan Fazzino is great and everyone here is so supportive.”
“Joined nearly 9mo ago with no prior training but felt welcomed immediately by Dan and all other instructors AND students.”
“Dan and his students were very welcoming and allowed me and 3 of my training partners to drop in for Saturday open mat.”
“His classes are fun, his techniques solid, and he does a good job of including brand new people and more seasoned competitors.”
“His classes are fun, his techniques solid, and he does a good job of including brand new people and more seasoned competitors.”
“), clean bathroom, ample parking, and a range of classes in gi and no gi, including striking, MMA, and plenty of open mat time.”
From the reviews
The best BJJ Gym this side of the Mississippi!!! Great community, with the nicest people! Dan, the coach is an experienced Black belt whose love for the sport is palpable. Not only will you learn self defense but you’ll find new confidence in yourself and make life long friends!
Whetstone Jiu Jitsu, led by Head Instructor Dan, deserves every one of its five stars. From the moment I stepped through the door, I felt welcomed by the friendly staff and fellow practitioners. Dan's expertise and passion for Jiu Jitsu are palpable in every class.
For almost four years, our family's been into Jiu Jitsu at Whetstone Jiu Jitsu. What started as a curiosity quickly turned into a real passion for each member of our family thanks to Dan & Erin's awesome guidance.
Dan is a quality black belt instructor. His classes are fun, his techniques solid, and he does a good job of including brand new people and more seasoned competitors. For anyone looking to get into BJJ in the Westchester area, I highly recommend Whetstone Jiu Jitsu!
New to BJJ? Start at Whetstone Jiu Jitsu
Whetstone 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 Whetstone 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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