Royal Jiu Jitsu Academy

105 Jericho Tpke, Mineola, NY 11501, USA

4.9 (90 reviews)

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Adults Classes Black Belt Instruction Fundamentals Kids Classes Morning Classes

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christopher ramirez

Definitely the best place to train at .

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Posted 1 year ago
Jaja Rodriguez

Amazing place! Great experience!

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Posted 1 year ago
Mayra Tan

My son switch to this gym about 8 months ago and we love it. The professors are great and very professional and the staff is friendly. The owners are really good to their customers. The establishment is breath taking from the bathrooms to the locker rooms ! A place I would recommend over and over again.

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Posted 1 year ago
Brian Jones

I can't recommend Royal enough. I started at 32 with no wrestling or jiu jitsu experience, and told myself I'd give it a year to see how I liked it. I love it. The instructors - Matheus, Paulo, Eduardo - are world class, the gym is clean, and the community is excellent. Start jiu jitsu, and start it at Royal. You will thank yourself later.

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Posted 1 year ago
Eri Marley

More than a gym, more than a club. Royal is simply the best of the best.

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Posted 1 year ago
Ina Alivio

I have been training Jiu Jitsu for nearly eight years and have been a member of Royal for a little over a year. The academy offers exceptional instruction and accommodates a variety of schedules, making training accessible for everyone. Not only do I thoroughly enjoy the classes, but my Jiu Jitsu has also improved significantly as a result. Additionally, the academy maintains a well-balanced schedule of both Gi and No-Gi training throughout the week. I highly recommend this academy to anyone looking to start their Jiu Jitsu journey.

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Posted 1 year ago
John Scuteri

I travel 1/2 hour to go to class because its such a great school.

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Posted 1 year ago
Dane Kurian

This is a very professional and world class facility that focuses on detailed technique. Matheus Lutes hails from the lineage of Marcelo Garcia (yes, the world's greatest pound for pound submission grappler in the history of the sport) and it shows in the superlative level of detail given in instruction. your instructor is very attentive and quick to correct even minor deviations. This is a no nonsense gym so if you need to warm up... warm up at home! Because class starts and so does instruction. If you are looking for the fast track to excellent Ju Jutsu this is by far the most well rounded school in the area they focus explicitly on stand up/take downs, passing, retention, submissions, and then learning how to daisy chain all of those together in succession. hygiene rules are very strict. the mats are sterilized after every class and every inch is wiped down after every use.

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Posted 1 year ago
Sean Leo

Been training here a few months now and am absolutely loving it. The 6am class is clutch and the only way I can squeeze BJJ into my schedule. The facility is modern, clean, and large. They have a parking lot and the professor and other instructors are top notch. The gym culture is friendly but also competitive, lots of talent at this gym. But most importantly, no warm ups!!! We go straight into technique followed by several rounds of rolling every class. It’s a no-nonsense approach that maximizes time on the mats, which I really appreciate. If you're looking for a gym that values skill development and hard training in a great environment, this is the place to be. Highly recommended!

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Posted 1 year ago
Joe Sarcone

Great facility, everything is clean and well maintained. The instruction for the adult and kids is world class, highly recommend if you are searching out a new gym or looking for your first jiu jitsu class.

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Posted 1 year ago
Matt Sabban

I’ve been training at Royal for about a year. Excellent instruction, great community, and amazing vibes. Looking forward to enrolling my son when he’s old enough.

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Posted 1 year ago
Alejandra Paz

I love being a member at Royal. The facility is clean, spacious and bright. Royal’s training schedule is super accommodating for anyone wanting to come in morning/night. My jiu jitsu has progressed immensely thanks to the help of the structured professors and staff 🙂

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Posted 1 year ago
Rachel Honeyman

I’ve been training jiu jitsu for about 9 years, but started at Royal just under 6 months ago. It’s been an incredible experience! The quality of instruction is fantastic, and the schedule is amazing, with classes basically anytime of day you want them. It’s a warm and inviting environment that doesn’t get too caught up in the political nonsense that often comes with jiu jitsu (for example, for personal reasons, I’m ranked under an outside instructor who lives out of state, and Matheus has been nothing but welcoming and supportive of my situation). There’s a good number of women who train at Royal, and they’ve been incredibly welcoming (the women there really stick together and support each other!). I’ve seen my skills improve so much since coming to Royal, and I can’t recommend it highly enough!

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Posted 2 years ago
Jason Giles

I've been training at Royal for almost a year. I absolutely love it. This is a great community of people. The training and education here is amazing, and I'm proud to belong to this academy. If you're starting your jiu-jitsu journey, looking for a new school, or just want to cross train academies -you cannot go wrong with Royal. 🙏

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Posted 2 years ago
Bobby Barcos

I cant say enough about how awesome this place is. I live in North Carolina and every time I visit NY I drop in Royal for some training. The people are always welcoming and Professor Matheus delivers world class instruction. I highly recommend training there if you are in the area.

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Posted 2 years ago
Meemo Abdelaziz

Best Jiu Jitsu Academy ever! The professors are very nice and friendly and know how to deal with the kids! My kids really enjoy it here.. can’t find better place.

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Posted 2 years ago
Dennis Sanabia

The most complete and professional academy I've seen for all ages and levels. Great leadership, welcoming members and high level training all around. Class schedule is more than ample with morning, noon and night classes during the week and beginner and fundamentals classes on both Saturday and Sunday. Wide open mat and locker room space and strength lab, all immaculately clean. I could go on! You will be happy here and you will get better, no doubt about it.

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Posted 2 years ago
Dina Martinez

Our daughter, Eliana, has been coming here since July...she took to jiu jitsu rather quickly and I think it's because of the lovely teachers, Professor Alicia, Kim, Javier, Matheus & Paulo. They all work so well with the kids and really encourage the young ones (3 & 4yr olds) to get on the mat & try. We love the confidence and discipline that I see Eliana have each month she's with them. We love seeing their kids there as well, it makes us so happy to be supporting a small family business. I highly recommend bringing your kids (or yourself) here!!!!

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Posted 2 years ago
peter song

我儿子是4岁半开始在这里学习的巴西柔术，目前已经学习了一年多，每周三次，每次一小时。重点来了，每次都很开心，释放完能量回家睡得也很好，教练团队是专业的运动员级别，他们会尽最大的能力来保护孩子们。我不去做任何与其他运动的对比，如果你想让你的孩子成为一个勇敢的，有智慧的，注意力集中的，强烈建议来这里。

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Posted 2 years ago
Monica Kim

This is where my son Elias started jiujitsu 2 years ago and Professor Matheus and Professor Paulo were the reasons why we fell in love with this art! Now my two sons and my daughter do jiujitsu competitively. You’ll be learning from a World champ who still competes and wins which is invaluable. Your kids will learn not only self-defense in Jiujitsu but sportsmanship, overcoming challenges, and having grit. The coaches make it so fun for the kids and incorporate core Jiujitsu moves in engaging ways. We moved out of state but whenever we return to New York Royal is our home.

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Posted 3 years ago
Mike Mali

Great BJJ gym. Best in Long Island. Lots of advanced guys there to train with, but also good for beginners. Everyone is very friendly, but also some of the toughest guys in the area.

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Posted 3 years ago
Peter C. Romano

5 stars isn't enough, some places/people supersede any conventional rating system. Missing 1 week at Royal feels like a month; missing a month feels like a year. But seeing the family's faces each day is such a major lifestyle de-stressor. Only the top echelon people of *character* train here (not necessarily top skill, but that goes hand-in-hand with character), under Matheus and his crew, and studio/community that they've built (together.) Personally, with a lifetime of on/off martial arts and self-defense experience (goju-ryu karate, boxing, wing chun, jeet kune do, tang soo do, etc.), my opinion is that BJJ/wrestling/grappling is superior (as a base) in both sport and self-defense than other arts, and Royal makes you come for the skill, but you stay for the family. In terms of skill, Royal's 6-week *iterative* program is the most effective (and *engaging*) style of teaching that I've had. Each week is a fixed and distinct category of progression (takedowns, submissions, escapes, connections, etc.), first 3 days of the week focus on a different/new move-set each day, the latter 3-4 days of the week reiterate the moves, and every program cycle (6 weeks), will be different combinations or moves (so if you particularly like something, you better show up that week, or those specific days, to drill and refine it! Hence, engaging.) Sparring: 99% of everyone you roll with (which is every class) can "read the room", has utmost etiquette, is not only polite, but will either train you, if you want that, OR go all out and challenge you, if you want that. There's nothing but respect, sensitivity, fun, and immense challenge here. Even though rooted in Brazil, these people are 100% New York/Long Island/Eastern Queens culture and values at its best! Mineola Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu beats plain Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu any day (and Matheus' students have the IBJJF medals to prove it.)

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Posted 3 years ago
Mohamed Yousri

I recently had the pleasure of having a birthday party for my 7-year-old daughter at Royal Jiu-Jitsu academy, and I must say I was thoroughly impressed with the entire experience. The staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and professional, making my daughter's special day a truly memorable one. The academy provided a fantastic space for the party, which was clean, spacious, and perfect for kids birthday parties. The activities and games that were organized by the staff kept the kids entertained and engaged throughout the party, ensuring that they had a great time while also learning some new skills. Nick Gallo, who is one of the staff members, was especially helpful and professional throughout the party, ensuring that everything ran smoothly and that all the children were well taken care of. His attention to detail and friendly demeanor really made the party a huge success. Overall, I highly recommend Royal Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy for anyone looking to host a memorable and fun-filled kids' birthday party. The staff, facilities, and activities provided were truly top-notch, and my daughter and her friends had an absolute blast. Thank you, Royal Jiu-Jitsu academy, for an unforgettable experience!

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Posted 3 years ago
Duztin Watson

I’ve been to many academy’s and own one myself. This is by far one of the best. The first thing you’re met with is a welcoming and kind culture of respect and acceptance. Next, you realize the modern and ultra clean atmosphere. Not only was the academy spotless, the students and professors were clean, well groomed and respectful. Thank you all for the hospitality, great rolls, and protecting my injured back. Not a single person did anything that could have been harmful or cause injury. I look forward to building some great friendships here! See you all again soon. Oss

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Posted 3 years ago
Michael Ortado

Long term review..... been regularly going to Roya jiu jitsu 3 to 6 times a week for almost 2 years. I've been obese, out of shape and not active for the majority of my life. I've tried dieting and exercise it would only work for so long till I stopped or lost motivation. I walked into Royal at 360lbs I started privates with coach Paulo and from there to fundamental classes. After almost 2 years and over 200 fundamental classes I'm now 280lbs and dropping. Royal feels like home and I can't thank Matheus and Alicia for all the hard work and dedication they put into making Royal jiu jitsu the best gym on long Island.

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Posted 3 years ago
Matthew Rankin

I train in Philly and was in town for a wedding. Was able to sneak away for some training at Royal. The facilities are great, two showers and full changing room. Two mat spaces, both really nice. Took the no-go class, instruction was great and the rolls were technical and fun. Definitely check them out whether you’re dropping in or looking for a place to train!

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Posted 3 years ago
Cesar Alvarez

Best jiu-jitsu Academy I've been to

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Posted 4 years ago
DAVID

All around great school! Clean, great atmosphere, amazing coaches

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Posted 4 years ago
Rodrigo Cerda

This academy is like family! If you are into improve your game in Jiu Jitsu this is the right place to land.

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Posted 4 years ago
Eliot Wilson

Been going here for a few months, Royal is an outstanding place to train. The instructors are high-level competitors and great teachers, and the other students have been very welcoming. The 8:30pm classes are great for beginners, but you’ll find competitive rolls at every skill level. Couldn’t recommend this gym enough.

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Posted 4 years ago
Lucas Sanchez

Amazing place to learn!

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Posted 4 years ago
Terence Harris

Absolutely outstanding place to train. Tons of talented people, and most importantly, excellent vibe and atmosphere. A friendly, welcoming place with many serious competitors who have great attitudes and respect everyone from beginner to expert.

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Posted 4 years ago
Michael Lindo

Best place on the island to train

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Posted 4 years ago
StockPileNYC

Clean space, great people, amazing instructors!

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Posted 4 years ago
subtain sajid

Royal offers a very dynamic schedule. Morning, noon and night classes. Exactly what i needed because i work 9-5pm. Lots of mat space! I signed up after several friends recommended this place and i can see why. It feels like I’m back in school and the curriculum is very well structured. Coach Matheus and Paolo always walk around correcting students and giving feedback. Highly recommended!

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Posted 4 years ago
Rad Huda

Great place to train. You’ll get smashed but still remain happy because the vibe is great.😂

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Posted 4 years ago
Thomas Kwon

Several of my friends train here and so I visited the academy when I was back in town. Extremely impressed by the friendliness and professionalism of the staff. The mats are exceptionally clean and the academy has a sleek modern look, one of the best looking gyms I’ve ever been to!

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Posted 5 years ago
Fabian R

Great Place. Amazing instructors. The gym is so clean and there is so much space to train and best of all THERE ARE SHOWERS!!!!

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Posted 5 years ago
V K

What a beautiful Academy! Matheus is an amazing coach, instructor and accomplished jiu jitsu athlete. He really cares about his students learning and takes time teaching the proper techniques. The facility is clean and well kept and there's a warm team vibe. Great academy for all levels even kids. - Visham

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Posted 5 years ago
Roget R

love the place

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Posted 5 years ago
Phil Darovic

Great coaching and nice students, facility is perfectly clean and parking is very convenient.

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Posted 5 years ago
Orlando Santandreu

I have been to many gyms in the past but the place was spotless ! The classes are very structured and I was impressed with the children the way they focused on the instructor. The instructor was patient and had a natural way in which she taught the class . I later found out she also had a degree in early intervention and psychology. My class was given by Mr Lutes and his assistant Paulo . They were able to make it seem as if it were a private class even though is was a group . They have private classes but I’m a beginner and feel I’m better off in a group . I’m very happy I found this place a few months in and still happy . It feels family like .

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Posted 5 years ago
Rene Sousa

Great atmosphere, perfect for someone looking to just start jiujitsu or for a more advanced person as well, a room full of very good quality people with world class jiujitsu. Respect and humility for everyone, I highly suggest coming and trying it out.

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Posted 5 years ago
Christian Calle

Great people, incredible instruction. HIGHLY recommend

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Posted 5 years ago
Matt Barton

awesome facility, training partners, and instruction

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Posted 6 years ago
Naum T.

Have been training with Matheus for over a year starting originally at Marcelo Garcia’s Academy in Manhattan. Matheus is a World Champion and teaches like one, methodical and precise. Happy that Nassau County has a professional, clean (key aspect after Covid!) and welcoming atmosphere. Matheus and Alicia built a beautiful academy, lots of light and great showers. Starting a jujitsu journey at this place is a blessing.

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Posted 6 years ago
Christophe Legrand

I had the chance to benefit from Matheus instructions for the last 3 or so years. I have come to admire - besides his warm personality - his patience and his capacity to transmit knowledge. Whether you want to start your jiu jitsu journey, improve your game or just looking for a fun place to train, this it. Don’t look any further.

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Posted 6 years ago
Ryan Doyle

Not only is Matheus one of the best competitors in the game, he is an amazing professor. He is highly technical but can break complex concepts down into simple terms. The new school looks great and can’t wait to train there.

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Posted 6 years ago
Eugene Turonis

Training with world class jiujiteiro Matheus Lutes is a real blessing. He is a truly unique talent and a student of the game. The hardest working, most fun instructor on any mat he touches. His drive is infectious, he is detail oriented and always pushes the pace. Whether you’re a novice or looking to be world champion you couldn’t find a better environment or a more caring instructor.

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Posted 6 years ago
James J Sexton

If you are looking for a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training academy in Long Island, Royal Jiu-Jitsu Academy is the best of the best. Matheus is an incredible teacher. He's passionate about Jiu-Jitsu, incredibly talented and skilled from a technical standpoint, and one of the friendliest and most welcoming instructors I have ever met (and I've trained all over the world). Matheus and Alicia clearly took the time to design and build a Jiu-Jitsu academy that would provide a safe, professional, clean and welcoming environment for everyone (every age, gender and skill level). Whether you are a brand new white belt looking to discover a new hobby and fitness regimen or a world class black belt looking to "sharpen the sword" for competition with high level technical instruction - Royal Jiu-Jitsu Academy will fit your needs perfectly. I would highly recommend Royal Jiu-Jitsu Academy to anyone seeking the best instruction in a clean, safe and friendly training facility.

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Posted 6 years ago
Alan Soh

Matheus Lutes is a tremendous competitor and equally talented instructor. Great chance to learn from one of the best.

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Posted 6 years ago
BoloBros Podcast

Awesome coaching, environment and facility! Great people!

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Posted 6 years ago
Robert York

Matheus and Alicia are incredible people. Their love for jiu jitsu and the jiu jitsu community is second to none. The family atmosphere they create wherever they go is an incredible presence they bring to their academy. Matheus has personally reinvigorated my passion for jiu jitsu and has had a tremendously significant impact on my entire life since we met. He is the reason I train and challenge myself daily. Trust me his passion, expertise, competitive fire, warm nature, and personal and professional philosophy will evolve your life beyond your jiu jitsu.

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Posted 6 years ago
Assaf Zipori

Second to know. Great people, great atmosphere and super professional - perfect to all aged and levels

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Posted 6 years ago
Alberto Botter

Have trained with Matheus for a while, he is an amazing instructor in addition to an outstanding competitor. His care, attention to details and expertise have completely revolutionized my jiu jitsu game. Highly recommended!

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Posted 6 years ago
Craig Feldman

Matheus is not just a world class jiu jitsu practitioner but a world class human. He is extremely friendly and articulate in his instructions. Beyond all of that he creates a fun training environment. Best choice on Long Island for Jiu jitsu

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Posted 6 years ago
Sahar Ziv

Matheus is an amazing instructor and one of the best in explaining technics. This will be one of the best gym!

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Posted 6 years ago
Jaan Hasan

Matheus Lutes is an incredible competitor, an excellent teacher and an all around good dude. I’ve been lucky to have him as a training partner at MGA for the last few years and I’m excited for him to open his own place. I’ve seen Matheus teach everyone from experienced competitors to brand new white belts during his time at MGA, and he approaches both with equal enthusiasm and attention to detail. You can expect a friendly atmosphere with hard training and very high level instruction at this gym.

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Posted 6 years ago
Dani Tagino (Baked by Dani)

This facility is very professional, clean and very welcoming!! Excellent BJJ!

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Posted 6 years ago
Alex A

In addition to his many accolades and accomplishments as a world-class competitor, Matheus is an incredible teacher who always looks out for his students. The academy itself has a sleek and clean space that provides the optimal environment for learning jiu jitsu. Additionally, Alicia, who is also a successful jiu jitsu competitor, will be heading the Children’s Program which will serve as a great opportunity for parents looking to enroll their children in a confidence-boosting martial art. All in all, Royal Jiu Jitsu Academy is a welcoming place for people of all ages and skill levels looking to learn self-defense, stay in shape, and improve their Brazilian Jiu Jitsu!

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Posted 6 years ago
Alex Isak

They put my 10 year old who knows nothing about jiu jitsu in with a very experienced kid who was choking my son until he was gasping for air. This was a free trial class. The trainers weren’t even paying attention. They just do some exercises to warm up and throw your child in with anyone. I had no idea this gym was run this way. If you’re thinking your child will learn from beginner, forget about this place. You and your child deserve better. Go elsewhere. This place is definitely not for beginners.
Posted 1 year ago
Usman Sheikh

Unfortunately I took my son out with a bitter taste in my mouth. I read the reviews and was recommended to sign my son up here and to be honest this place looked clean and the students looked very well trained. My son was put up against advanced students who clearly just used him for practice. He would come back from end of class bleeding every time. Finally my son caught Warts on his foot & Molluscum all over his body. When I complained to the instructors one couldn’t speak any English the other told me they will handle the situation and finally when nothing was being done i went to the head instructor. He recommended that my son should just sit & watch on the side while the others students practiced. Then proceeds to shake my hand with a smile on his face like the issue was resolved. I asked for a refund because i paid 3 months advance he tells me they don’t offer refunds and that if I’m this upset i should just transfer my membership to a close friend. Im glad i paid with credit card documented my son’s injuries and infections he obtained during his time here. I would not recommend any parent to sign their kid up here. Especially if its their first martial arts school.

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Posted 2 years ago