Best Bjj Gym in Philly! Doesn't matter if your experienced or a beginner, this is the spot!!read more

Took the free self defense class- I'd recommend it. It was very basic so you don't need any…read moreexperience. The instructor went slow, and was very clear. I couldn't get all the moves and he didn't make me feel at all bad about it. We just moved on. The place was clean, and looked new.

Super friendly atmosphere, great training partners, and all around positive experience…read more There's a great range of skill levels--from black belts to first timers. You'll get a lot of mat time and instruction that will help you level-up your game. Tim and crew are the best. Get on in here!

As a newbie not knowing what to fully expect, I can truly say Tim and team foster an safe…read moreenvironment that encourages you to challenge yourself. The culture is reflected in the staff as well as it's members. The Muy Thai classes are a great workout with a lot of instruction. - Khalil Edwards

This is a great place…read more I wasn't sure what to expect when I signed my 7-year-old up for BJJ classes, but we've all been pretty thrilled with the experience. The coaches do a great job running sessions with a wide range of ages and abilities. They strike a perfect balance between keeping things fun and keeping things serious. Everyone is so welcoming and supportive and the facility is spacious and clean.

On a trip to visit my family in the area, I asked a friend which BJJ academy he recommended and he…read morequickly said BJJ United. It happened to be super close to where I was staying so I went to check them out. Now that I've been to a few classes, I can say that even if I hadn't been staying close, I'd travel to get my training here! I was really impressed with the facility upon walking in. Honestly, years of driving down Old York Rd., I never noticed this place on the corner but looks are definitely deceiving from the outside. I was actually intimidated by how much space there was! I'm really glad there were water fountains too because I had forgotten my water bottle. Anyway, I was able to make it to mostly the midday gi classes that start at 11:30 and one evening nogi class and was glad to get instruction from different instructors, all black belts, and to spar with belts of all different levels. The academy where I train regularly in LA county is fairly young so we don't have too many higher level belts to train with so it was fun to continuously get challenged. I really enjoyed the focused skill training and the ample amount of time left in class to just roll. One thing that stuck out to me was that there was always room for everyone to start from standing instead of seated. Most academies I've been to start from sitting so I don't get much experience from standing, where all fights start from anyway so I was happy about that. All of this is to say that I will definitely be back!

If you're looking to get into MMA, refine your skills or just for a solid workout; Hellfish MMA is…read morethe place to go. Whether you're male or female, young or old, in shape or not...it does not matter. Everyone that teaches is phenomenal and really helps you get better. Furthermore everyone that goes to train is just as helpful and makes everyone feel welcome. Tim Carpenter has done a great job assembling a team of people that are very passionate and knowledgeable. Going here has brought joy back to my life and probably added a few years back to the end of my life.

I've been going for about a year. Got beat a bunch of times and now I do the beating. So that's…read moreproof that Tim can teach.

Collingswood location: Really enjoy sending my kids here. It's a clean space with high level…read moretutelage. I started attending the adult class as well it's that good.

Could it be true? 5 stars? No question about it! I have been attending Professor McHugh's classes…read morefor 2 months now and am still incredibly impressed every time I walk in for a class and when I leave after the class is finished. I even took a buddy of mine to a class, who attends a different gym, to check out how amazing the environment and instruction is with this location. He couldn't stop talking about how technical the instruction was and how great the team members were. This school is part of a network with some of the best gyms in the State of New Jersey. Professor McHugh, Coach Tony, Coach Pete, and Coach John are all extremely well versed in BJJ and have a true gift for teaching the technical side of BJJ. Positions and submissions are broken down to the basic elements with steps to ensure understanding prior to moving on to more complex technique. This gym offers a beginner class with Fundamentals and then continues with intermediate and advanced Gi classes. No-gi is available as well, but Gi is the majority of instruction. It is a true honor and pleasure to be a part of such and amazing gym and learning environment. I have made some great friends here and look forward to continue that in the future. CALL today to find out more or visit online.

The instructor Joe is hands on and he provides you with personal ecological as well as technical…read moreteaching methodology. Joe teaches fluidity in jujitsu. The classes were great and that may well be my TRIBE!!!

Fundamental jujutsu is an amazing gym the people are welcoming and coach Joe is phenomenal he takes…read morehis time on explaining things step by step he will make sure that you are grasping the techniques he really cares about his students I definitely would recommend this gym!!

Spacious mats for a small studio. I could actually start sparring standing up like mma, judo, and…read morewrestling! The atmosphere reminded me that I have a lot to learn in the world of BJJ though I have a firm grasp on escapes and positions before submissions. I'll likely return. I was also able to borrow a gi!

I train at the Daniel Gracie gym in Philadelphia, right in the heart of Fishtown, just a…read morefive-minute walk from my house. The location is perfect, but the real magic is in the atmosphere. The energy here is unmatched, and I've made incredible friends who quickly feel like family. I owe a huge thanks to my guy, wholesale Nick, for introducing me to Daniel Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. And Veronica--she's simply the best. She's taught me so much, not only about jiu-jitsu but about health and making positive lifestyle choices outside the gym. I've been fortunate to train at jiu-jitsu gyms across the world--in Australia, South Africa, South Korea, Japan, and England--but Daniel Gracie in Fishtown stands out above the rest. It's more than just a gym; it's a place where I feel truly at home, where the people are as dedicated to each other as they are to the sport. This gym is my community, my support system, and my favorite place to train. Nothing quite compares to Daniel Gracie and the neighborhood of Fishtown.

I've trained at other places across the country and this is one of the most welcoming school I've…read moreever been to. New people - be it beginners, or seasoned grapplers are always welcome to roll and the students grapple accordingly. No 'hazing' the new guy. The instructor Jeff Mitchell is a blackbelt under world champion Robson Moura, and teaches with careful attention to detail that every level can learn from. Great instruction and great students makes for a great school.

You will never find a better combination of knowledge and welcoming in a gym. The entire gym exudes…read morepositive energy, and what is taught is beyond reproach. I cannot recommend Elite enough. Do yourself a favor and choose this gym whether it be for you or your children.

Excellent in multiple categories for why I have been enrolled here for over 12 years (a name change…read morewith new location but same instructors explains the time confusion). 1. Welcoming environment for all 2. Kindness and acceptance 3. Enthusiasm to TEACH jiu jitsu which is passed on from the instructors, to advanced students, to new students. 4. Safety concerns at all times is a priority 5. And most importantly, you learn TECHNIQUES, jiu jitsu.

Milokiflow has created a wonderful environment to learn jui-jitsu. Alberto is a tremendous…read moreinstructor. He was awarded his black belt by Rorion Gracie. He shares his wealth of knowledge in easy to understand manner. All of the instructors all excellent teachers with an emphasis on proper techniques and practicality. Would definitely recommend Milokiflow to any interested in learning bjj.

Stay Fly Muay Thai is a hallmark of Philadelphia's Muay Thai scene. Run by one of the most…read moreexperienced fighters in America, Justin Greskiewicz. He's fought some contemporary legends including Malaipet Sasiprapa, Kevin Ross, Matt Embree, and Liam Harrison. He's fought on Lion Fight, Glory Kickboxing and in Thailand. They have a good intro package of intro classes and monthly prices at a reasonable $125 a month. The gym offers strength and conditioning, boxing and Muay Thai. They have a kid's program which is always great. The gym has an old school feel to it. Don't expect too many frills but do expect good honest training. Stay Fly has a few fighters and Justin really has them focus on their technique. Overall the gym is a solid reputable place to train in Philadelphia. Check it out if you're in the area.

There kids class was nothing more then a afterschool program . My son was not comfortable with the…read moreatmosphere at all. The adult class was super packed so we had to switch to kickboxing slot . Still my daughter hasn't gained any knowledge or skill from that class . Also beware of all signing the contract. 30day cancellation notice or you will still be charged for the month. Local gyms don't do contracts like this .