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Zen Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Huntington, New York
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
- 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
- Membership memberships run around $40/mo — many academies also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
- 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 3–12) — 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 zen-jiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (631) 818-2223
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–12 PM, 3–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–12 PM, 3–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–12 PM, 3–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–12 PM, 3–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–4 PM |
The classes they run
“I tried it for the first time last week after learning about the benefits of cold therapy and sauna.”
Other martial arts here
“In addition to jiu-jitsu, I’ve also been attending their kettlebell and Muay Thai kickboxing classes.”
“Originally came to OM&Zen for the outdoor cold plunge and saunas and immediately became a full member taking movement classes (BJJ, kickboxing and flex).”
What members say
“Excellent instruction, clean facility and the recovery bathhouse in the back (sauna, cold plunge, hot tub and cold shower) is amazing!”
“I tried it for the first time last week after learning about the benefits of cold therapy and sauna.”
“The coaching staff and member community are incredibly supportive and meet you exactly where you are in your journey.”
“I walked in wanting to improve my cardio, but quickly realized this place offers so much more.”
“The place is spotless--from the showers/changing rooms to the sauna and entire indoor and outdoor areas, and the cold plunges and hot tubs are impeccably maintained.”
From the reviews
The space was so awesome. Brand new mat area with a unique esthetic that you would never see in a regular jiu-jitsu school. The showers were all private with each one having their own little changing room as well. The robes and sandals they supply for guests were a wonderful touch.
I came to OM Zen Garden 6 months ago because I was interested in learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. I had no prior experience, but I quickly realized that the instructors were very skilled as well as knowledgeable and effective teachers. Not only have I improved greatly because of them, but I had a blast doing so.
I’ve been a member of OM and Zen Garden in Huntington Village for the past year, and I can confidently say it’s been a life-changing experience. I initially joined for the incredible bathhouse, sauna, cold plunge, and spa, but I quickly discovered my passion for jiu-jitsu.
I have been going to OM and Zen Garden since the start of June and it is truly and incredible place. From Jiu Jitsu to Kettlebell workout classes to Muay Thai, the work out classes are all a perfect mix of personalized instruction and challenge that will ensure you get a great sweat going.
New to BJJ? Start at Zen Jiu Jitsu
Zen 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 Zen 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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