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Workshop NYC Muay Thai & Jiujitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 141 Google reviews · BJJ gym in New York, 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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- 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 workshop-nyc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (917) 675-7282
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–2:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–1 PM |
The classes they run
“The training environment is extremely welcoming, and the Fundamentals classes for both BJJ and Muay Thai are super beginner friendly.”
“Just an updated review as of July 2025 - I came back around for another drop in class, this time taking the beginner pad work session.”
“Our 6 yo daughter has been taking children’s classes for 2 months straight and we love the school.”
Other martial arts here
“The coaches here are incredibly attentive, knowledgable and experienced, and both the BJJ and Muay Thai curriculum promote growth and safety.”
“Workshop NYC is an excellent environment to learn and refine your Muay Thai, Jiujitsu and MMA skills.”
“I’ve tried a few kickboxing gyms in the area, and this one is by far the best.”
“Uniquely emphasizes wrestling and judo in the curriculum.”
“Uniquely emphasizes wrestling and judo in the curriculum.”
What members say
“Jin is a fantastic instructor -- clear, engaging, and great at breaking down concepts.”
“Just an updated review as of July 2025 - I came back around for another drop in class, this time taking the beginner pad work session.”
“I think the caliber of the instructors, attention to detail, welcoming environment, and investment in each student’s development makes it a really special place to train.”
“Gianna, Rich and Jackson provide professional instruction with innovative techniques all within a controlled and welcoming environment.”
“The facilities are also clean and has all that’s necessary and other thoughtful touches.”
From the reviews
I was initially just looking for a gym downtown that offered beginner level Muay Thai classes, as I had an experience at another gym where I felt like I was lacking that focus on fundamentals, but I didn’t realize just how great Workshop would be.
Far and away the best jiu jitsu gym I have ever trained at. Jin's instruction is peerlessly consistent and effective. The space is big and clean. Uniquely emphasizes wrestling and judo in the curriculum. The community is welcoming and diverse. Can't speak for the Muay Thai program but Gianna and Rich train champions.
Whether you're trying out Martial Arts for the first time or have been training for years, the instructors at Workshop will invest their time and care into helping you achieve your goals, whatever they may be. From the moment I stepped into the gym for the first time, I felt immersed in the community.
I did trial classes at a couple places and this is the one that got me hooked. Jin is a fantastic instructor -- clear, engaging, and great at breaking down concepts. The culture at Workshop is also great — right in the sweet spot where people take training and improving seriously, but still have fun along the way.
New to BJJ? Start at Workshop NYC Muay Thai & Jiujitsu
Workshop NYC Muay Thai & 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 Workshop NYC Muay Thai & 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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