Team Mongoose BJJ
Behind Pho 24 Vietnamese Grill, 1760 Old Norcross Rd suite V, Lawrenceville, GA 30044, USA
martial arts & fitness, competitive submission grappling arts , judo and jiu- jitsu .
Behind Pho 24 Vietnamese Grill, 1760 Old Norcross Rd suite V, Lawrenceville, GA 30044, USA
martial arts & fitness, competitive submission grappling arts , judo and jiu- jitsu .
the best profesor, nice place and nice people, the best place to take my brothers to practice jujitsu 🙏
My sons have trained with other BJJ Professors in the past and by far, Professor Maajid is the best. He makes sure that each child learns and perfects every technique. He doesn’t waste time babying his students; he is caring and teaches discipline. I love his style of teaching and my sons have learned so much. I highly recommend Team Mongoose BJJ and am very grateful that we found Professor Maajid.
Great place and friendly people the profesor is very knowledgeable if you’re in the area check them out!!
Best jiu jitsu academy I’ve been to. The professor is great and it is a family type of academy. 10/10! All the students help eachother
When I was contemplating learning Jiu Jitsu at 47 years old, I was uncertain if there was a place for me - thankfully my uncertainty was put to rest the moment I walked in the door and met Professor Maajid Al-Kush. After 2 weeks of classes 3-4x a week, I cannot express how humbling, welcoming and rewarding this experience has been. From Instructors to students of all levels, I was welcomed with open arms. There are no bad attitudes here - everyone helps everyone progress with patience and enthusiasm. The availability of evening and afternoon classes is a huge bonus as well. If you’re considering learning BJJ, this is THE place. It’s hard work but each class is rewarding and addictive. Do it!! UPDATE : 10/18/24 - Almost Two years later and about 6 months away from turning 50 years old, I can confidently say that joining Team Mongoose was one of the best choices I’ve made in my adult life. So thankful to Professor Maajid and the entire Team Mongoose FAMILY. Show up, do the work and life gets better inside and outside of Team Mongoose.
First class was great 💪 let’s go! UPDATE: 4 months in 🔥 Will keep updating my journey
Went in for a free intro class, and was met with a diverse group of folks and a clearly very committed instructor in Professor Maajid. For a free class, I was very impressed! I was immediately integrated into the group as they went over some basics, as well as a few interesting ground techniques. My sparring partner, who was a purple belt, was instructive and helpful. What I was very pleased to see was Professor Maajid integrating Judo into each sparring bout, with an emphasis on practicality and distinguishing sport from application. I was eagerly invited back. With my other interest in horses, we'll see if I can fit another hobby in, but I would recommend them to anyone looking to explore a practical, technical martial art. Expect a workout.
Team Mongoose Bjj is a place to build character, confidence, and composure. With a curriculum of Judo, Wrestling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Self defense. A very family like enviorment where everyone is friendly and willing to help. I highly recommend if you are in the Gwinnett Area to check out Team Mongoose Bjj. Professor Maajid will take care of you.
Mongoose BJJ is a great place with quality instruction. Professor Maajid Al-Kush, is a wonderful teacher with the credentials to match. If you are looking for a place to train in or near Lawrenceville Mongoose BJJ is the place.
Stopped in on vacation. Nothing but good things to say. If you’re look for legit instruction and some solid rolls this is the place!
Amazing environment. Very knowledgeable coach! If you're in the area and want to learn jiujitsu and self-defense this is the place to go.
I love training at Team Mongoose. The Coaches and staff are very professional and extremely knowledgeable. If you want to learn legit BJJ then this is the best place to be in Lawrenceville.
We found exactly what we were looking for at Team Mongoose! I love that there is so much structure and that kids are taught foundational techniques and the importance of them. Professor Maajid and his team lead with strong values that have helped my son become more disciplined and confident.
Incredible first experience! Professor Maajid provided an excellent workout and learning experience. Will be back soon.
I really enjoy going to this gym. It’s not too crowded but enough people to get different styles when rolling. Also, the professors takes the time to spend with each student to make sure they are really improving their craft and excelling. But you gotta show up for it to work! Ous!
A few months ago I signed my daughter up for class. After watching her for a month or so, I decided I was going to give it a try. It wasn’t long before my daughter and I started talking about BJJ. It’s really fun to learn something with a loved one. It has contributed to hours of conversations with us geeking out on techniques but more importantly lets us really understand each other. What comes easy, what is difficult. Everyone at Team Mongoose is accepting and more than willing to help you out. Professor Maajid has created an incredible atmosphere. We feel like we belong to something bigger. Everyone cares about everyone and really want each other to succeed. On a more personal note of how joining Team Mongoose has effected me. I am/was a person who listened to my ego. So I had a really over inflated view of myself and my abilities. It didn’t take long before I realized I am not who I used to be. I can’t do what I thought I could. But I could see all around me people doing the very things I want to do. It became very clear to me at this point that all hope was not lost. All I need to do is show up and get to work. Professor Maajid has the blue print. He’s making me an all around better person. He showed me I’m not who I thought I was, but better yet, has also showed me I can be. It’s really hard to explain to someone how much you know they are helping you, so I simply thank Professor Maajid after every practice. If you are even a little interested, you should sign up. It will be the best decision you can make for yourself. If you have a child, sign them up.
Master Al-Kush conducted a 3 day intensive training for our agency. He was very thorough and professional. I would definitely recommend.
Master Al-Kush conducted a 3 day intensive training for our agency. He was very thorough and professional. I would definitely recommend.
Maajid is an excellent teacher, he is very professional.
Great instructor! Everyone was friendly and the mats were clean!
Well managed, great facility, great instruction, and amazing community.
What a great experience at team mongoose bjj. Professor and his students made feel very welcomed and had a great training session learning new techniques and throws. This is a family friendly gym and open to all classes of people. I will definitely be back to train.
I am so grateful that I mustered up the courage to walk into this place! It was intimidating being the only girl that day but Professor Maajid was nothing but friendly, welcoming and positive. He has a gift for teaching and making even the most complex sequence of moves seem so simple and intuitive. His teachings go beyond martial arts as he offers real life guidance and advice. All the members in the gym are so respectful, helpful and friendly.. I'm totally hooked and look forward to class, no matter how sore and tired I may be the next day!!
Started training here two weeks ago. Great culture, better atmosphere. The more experienced guys/girls do a great job of offering support and tips. 100% recommend learning from Maajid.
Coming here will benefit you greatly from physical aspects of training your body and bettering your technique in Bjj. Everyone works on becoming better together and the instructor strives to help each person individually. I recommend this place for new people interested looking for a new skill to grasp and ones who have trained bjj in the past and want to get back into it. Or ones simply wanting a great environment for exercise.
Peace! I’m a “littermate” of Professor Maajid and received my Black-belt along side him in 2009 under the tutelage and mastership of Romero “Jacare” Cavalcante the leader of Alliance Jiu jitsu Academy. I’ve had the pleasure to witness every stage of Professor Maajid’s journey and evolution as a martial artist. In fact, I also knew him before we started Jiu-Jitsu and he practiced American boxing and Kung-Fu of which he was a fine student of! Just as he was and is a very excellent student of the martial arts he is as a teacher. Professor Maajid’s schools have been amongst the cleanest I’ve ever visited, the most disciplined, and well mannered by not only himself, but his staff and students…PERIOD. The attention paid by him to the children students of his is remarkable! If you’re looking for a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school or self-defense school for you and yours look no further; this is it!
We are so glad we found Team Mongoose! From his first trial class, my son was included and welcomed. Professor Maajid is patient, firm, and fair. He and his team instill the values and discipline of BJJ including defense, confidence, respect, and teamwork. We are looking forward to the friendships over the years.
So glad we found Team Mongoose! My 5yr old has tried a bunch of sports but nothing has really clicked for him in terms of staying interested. Common for younger kids. BJJ has opened a whole new world of confidence, sportsmanship and respect for our son. Professor Maajid and his coaches are amazing with the kids. From day 1 our son was immediately included and felt like part of the team. The Professor clearly takes time to make sure the new kids feel welcome. They even spend individual time with the new students to make sure they are successful. Can't wait to see how he keeps growing with his fellow teammates.
Thank you Team Mongoose for teaching my boys (9 and 5) discipline, self defense, and confidence. These characteristics are not only reflected in the gym but also on how they carry themselves at home and in public. I can’t wait till our little girl turns 5 so she can join her big brothers at this awesome gym! ~ The Gabiam Family
Professor Maajid and his staff took in my son with Autism and helped him to better focus on tasks and to learn to show respect and socialize. The atmosphere is open and excellent for any age. We are so fortunate to have found Team Mongoose! Thanks Everyone!!!
We were referred by a friend and instantly loved the place. Great teaching/training atmosphere with a truly gifted staff. Professor was kind and patient with his students. My son gained confidence, strength, and felt more comfortable in his own skin. One of the best parts is how leadership and accountability is woven into each lesson. We highly recommend Team Mongoose to anyone of any age that's interested.
A mutual friend connected me to Professor Maajid and recommended Team Mongoose BJJ for my seven-year old son and, afterward, the Professor welcomed us to a trial class. A quick search will highlight where the Professor and Team Mongoose stand in terms of reputation - they are among the best of the best. Once you watch how they operate, you’ll be hooked. We are only a few months in but we love it. In addition to my son’s classes, I recently benefited from a group workshop the Professor conducted. He taught our group a number of self defense techniques and, again, watching the Professor do what he does is awesome (even if you’re on the receiving end :) I look forward to joining my son and the Professor and his team myself for training soon.
Professor Majiid is an excellent BJJ instructor who not only mastered it himself but also mastered how to teach it to others. From my very first session i was amazed at how much he taught me and how quickly he recognized and made adjustments to my movement and placement to improve my technique. Definitely recommend!
Everything is great
My 6-year-old has been taking classes here for a few months and loves it. I just brought my 13-year-old to a class to try it out and now she's hooked. I'll be signing her up too. Now she'd rather do BJJ than ballet, and she's been dancing since age 5. The professor and coaches are amazing people and they work exceptionally well with all the kids.
Took a trial class and got hooked! From what I learned and witnessed, the techniques being taught actually give you a leg up. Great team of people! I’m signing up!
I trained here as a guest throughout the month of August, and I was blown away by Professor Maajid's hospitality, teaching, and professionalism! There is a great vibe at this gym- all of my training partners were courteous, respectful, and trained hard. The classes always started and ended on time, and the facility is clean and organized, too. I highly recommend Team Mongoose.
Team Mongoose is a group of practitioners that exhibits an authentic and genuine display of respect for the craft as taught by Professor Maajid. They say, you'll know a tree by its fruit; in the case of Team Mongoose, it is evident that from the top down, excellence is demanded and established through a humble posture. And when dealing with such a high intense sport such as BJJ, that is exactly the kind of environment you want to be in if you aim to learn.
I registered my son in May and enjoy seeing his growth in skill and confidence. He looks forward to attending every class. Professor Majid and Coach Hannah are great with all the students. They teach self confidence, honor and respect, and lead by example. They truly care for the well-being of all their students! You will definitely get your money’s worth and perhaps more.
Great teaching for the younger kids …nice professor and assistant coach very patient with the kids CLEAN FACILITY 💚
I joined Professor Maajid Al Kush and his students today for some training. My impression is: This gym is the real deal led by a high level blackbelt. He had students heavily involved in the compitition circut as well as a very welcoming begginners/ kids program. Overall at Team Mongoose I found great people and great BJJ. Will definatly be visiting again!
I was very impressed with the introductory class! I hate it when the first class doesn't get you sweaty and roughed up. This was the opposite. They taught me some very fun moves and fundamentals. The staff was very friendly and they have a partnership/affiliation with another gym in Dacula which makes it easier if you're closer to that location or just want an earlier class schedule fo men's bjj. I'm definitely coming back.
Great people! Very freindly and welcoming for all ages, sizes and experience levels. Would highly recommend
One of the greatest steps that I’ve taken. The professor is not just there to teach he is there for his students and loves every last one of them. I strongly recommend Team mongoose you won’t regret it.
Excellent enviorment for learning with a great eye to detail. With COVID-19 scaring everyone they reassure you with a mandatory social distance of 6ft space between people. Screenings at the door give me a sense of security and the workout is still intense despite the conditions. Excellent balance!
I’ve been going to team mongoose for right at a year now. I have truly enjoyed going to class. Coach is an excellent teacher. Super patient and encouraging. All the other members I have interacted with have been excellent and friendly people. Today was the first post covid lockdown class. We did solo drills but it was awesome just to be back in the gym with friends. Team mongoose is always the highlight of my week. Can’t wait to start sparring again.
Professional training. Great atmosphere. Team Mongoose will fit your needs whether you are new or experienced. Both men and women.
I was timid at first but the professor and other members make you feel at home. I am so glad that I tried something new! I got in an amazing workout and learned some insane self defense moves. I will definitely be back.
We were looking for an activity to put our son (12) in that would teach him how to defend himself but at the same time expand/back up what we were teaching at home in regards to respect, confidence, discipline, and how to speak and address ones elders and peers (respect). This is the place! We started in October and there has been a major change in my sons confidence and overall demeanor. I now rarely have to tell him to raise his voice and speak clearly, I no longer have to remind him how to address adults. Those to me are important things! The perk is that I also now have confidence that should my son have to defend himself regardless of child or adult he can! BJJ is well worth my money and I foresee keeping him in until he’s 18 and that he will want to continue on his own (well after we’ve stopped paying for it 😃)
I wanted to try BJJ on my 3 week break from school and stumbled upon this place. I have had an excellent experience. Professor creates a very welcoming environment where new people like myself feel welcome, but makes it very clear from the beginning that nothing is given and everything is earned. I am grateful that I was allowed to lose and I didn't feel disrespected when I was rolling, even though I'm new and I will be back because of that.
My daughter and I have been coming for a few months. I’ve lost about 10 lbs. and feel really good. The instructors are very knowledgeable as a 3rd degree black belt instructor for adults and two purple belt instructors for the kids. They also have black belt judo instructors come in weekly. I couldn’t be happier with the training my daughter and I have received. If you ask me this is the best self defense any one could have. It’s also a great family atmosphere.
Excellent instructors. worth way more than you pay..the best I've seen so far...
A First class school and in keeping with the highest traditions of the sport. Prof. Kush is exemplary in his teaching and wisdom. I had an incredible experience, learned and had some intense, very high level training/grappling matches. This place is as real as it gets. Anyone can find their place and enjoy being a part of this team. Thank you Prof. Kush.
I had the pleasure of training here for a few weeks while my home city was evacuated for a hurricane. I got some great rolls and conditioning in preparation for the upcoming tournament I was training for, (and even ended up placing!) Professor Maajid has created a welcoming and friendly learning environment for jiu jitsu, and I will be sure to visit again the next time I'm in the Atlanta area.
His mission is clear: Making training accessible for everyone in the community despite age, size, and experience. He has seen it all first hand. Injuries, championship medals, multi fight one night tournaments, bloodshed, cage fights, you name it. Through it all his passion remained. I began my jiu jitsu journey May of 2016 under Professor Majiid ( @mongoose_jiujitsu_ )and it was hands down one of the best decisions of my life. He helped me to understand the cerebral and unconscious aspect of the art early on. Of course I didn’t retain 97% of what he taught but he stuck with me until I began to retain the info. I earned my blue belt under him in May of 2017. It gave me a new confidence. Yes, I’ve been a victim of bullying for many years in the past because of my size. A staggering 5’5 160lbs doesn’t necessarily scream “Come at me bro!”☺️. That fear of being picked on by the drunk guy in the bar or the big dude walking around looking for a fight is no longer there. I can’t beat everyone by any means but I can finally hold my own in the face of an altercation but I’ve learned to try to avoid them at all cost through his teachings. He helped me grow and practice a healthier lifestyle. His patience is unmatched and his ability to help you create your own tactics on the mat is top notch. He has stuck with me through the periods I was not able to train and all. Whether you’re a 6 year old girl, 19 year old transgender or a 50 year old man, Professor Majiid welcomes each and every one of you to Mongoose Jiu Jitsu with open arms and a loving heart. I’ve watched the kids dog pile on him after a tough Saturday morning class simply because they have so much fun learning the art. He is a true inspiration not only as a professor but as a leader. The journey has only begun. Keep rolling everyone and hopefully you’ll find your way to the mats of Mongoose Jiu Jitsu in Lawrenceville,Georgia.
My son is a first timer in BJJ and he is a shy type kid. But day by day we saw a lot of improvement. He loves to do his exercises and techniques. We highly recommended this school. The staff and instructors are very friendly and nice.
This is the first time my kids have ever trained and I would never take them anywhere else. At Team Mongoose BJJ the Instructors and Staff care about each kid as a whole and each family they are apart of. #teammongoose #us
My children have been training under Professor Majiid for one year. They started with absolutely no experience and are now competing and winning medals in tournaments. Majiid and the staff at Team Mongoose BJJ are extremely professional and family oriented. I am extremely impressed with how knowledgeable and skilled the staff is on training both children and adults. I am so impressed that I joined myself a month ago and have really been learning a lot and having fun in the process. I would HIGHLY recommend Team Mongoose as your Muy-Thai and BJJ instructors.
Me and my two kids are members and we all love it. The best instructors and the greatest atmosphere. It feels like home. You get what you pay for. The classes are long and there is plenty of time to learn, no rushing.
Team Mongoose is very professional, welcoming and have elite instructors. I have witnessed so much dedication, encouragement and positive energy in the staff and the overall environment at Team Mongoose.
We have been with Professor Maajid and his team for 2 years now, this is a great new location, best coaches, best support, best team we could have asked for our daughter. She is excelling at BJJ in big part because of Professor Maajid and his team. They are all so determined to make a difference in every child's life. We love Team Mongoose BJJ!!!
This is an awesome gym the people and atmosphere are amazing you really learn a lot not only about the different techniques and moves, but the history behind everything. I highly recommend team mongoose it's always a great experience!
Team Mongoose is a great gym to be a part of. My 5 year old has been under Prof Maajid's instruction for a year now and I would say the gym aims to have a family feel to everything they do. It is great that they acknowledge every kid's birthday with something special for them. We wouldn't train anywhere else.
Coach Majjid is a great coach . My daughter and my nieces enjoy working with him . Great atmosphere and very friendly staff . I enjoy sitting there and watching my daughter and other kids playing jujutsu . I really recommend this amazing place!!
Great coaches and friendly staff. the Coaches are very profeesional and excellent in training all age groups.
Great place for the kids. The staff is great and the kid's love it.
We love Coach Maajid and the whole staff at Team Mongoose! My six year old son has been doing Brazilian Jiu jitsu for right at a year under Coach Maajid. He has grown so much in a short time and loves coming to the gym everyday!
My son has developed so much in the year + that we've been with team mongoose. His coordination and confidence have increased and we see it in all things he does. Truly family oriented.
It's great I love it and my little brother loves it as well
We love being a part of the family at Team Mongoose! My 9 year old daughter's confidence in herself and passion for BJJ has grown under Professor Maajid!
This is a great gym with wonderful staff. Maajid is a fantastic instructor and focuses on developing each and everyone of his students, no matter their size, age, or goals. Whether you want to lose weight, learn self defense, compete, or pick-up a healthy hobby, you'll find support from all of the instructors and students. Personally, I signed up when they opened in July and as of the end of August, I've lost 13 pounds.
I wish I could give 5 start like others . My daughter 8 year old started before 1 month I like there teaching way so I make another month. i have another girl 5 year old who wait with when 8 year old doing gym I don't wise that my kids make her self fighter but I want to teach her basic life defense that why I let her started this classes. Before 1 day Tuesday as usual me and my little one waiting and my oldest one doing classe my little one fine when I came but suddenly my little one starts throwing out I handle the ledy seat next to me help me with tissue and one person help me with all other stuff I handle I clean everything I change garbage as my daughter make durt I have to clean soon after cleaning I take my little one to car and wait in car in that case not spred everyone but my little one not comfortable so I ask professor to take my 8 year old from half way of fight but professor say you can not take her from half way so I wait anyway in car after she have done she came at car I was with my little one in car the day went I left . I took my 8 year old off next day because I have to take my 5 year also and I don't want to spred others . After Wednesday off I came Thursday to class my 8 year girl start and professor call me to come side and told me you haven't done right soon your kids about to vomit and you didn't take her out you let her do vomit inside. I answer when kids vomitte my first goal is to defense kids life not to aspirate and safe and another goal not to spred others so I check her clean change everything ,change garbage and took home ask to take sofa cover to wash but professor say no so I put in garbage bag and give him mostly clean everything. He say you should not have to do that you have to take your kids out not to make durt inside because spread others as I am nurse I know what is effect kids health I even don't like when something intensely come to my kids but that day nothing was intensely happen after professor and I conversation I give up and I took my oldest out from classe and professor make sure that I can leave same day I took my oldest one home with sad feeling I hop this thing not happen with others no one doing intensely anything but professor want me to take my kids out right a way and clean as well both together not happen at all i make dissition not to continue classes... Good thing happen with good people I hop this is true... My request if you buy anything there please make sure price as there price is not reasonable and once you order they not inform they charge this amount they direct cut from your given card information and if you request to cancel order they not going to cancel and not even reply........ I feel sad that for just 1 month I give registration fees 2 month fees And Dress charge And still not continous. Everyone not affordable to pay everything but they do best for there kids and people miss used ...... Not recommended this place for respect and life support ....... As a nurse I feel this with my kid..
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