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28 years of refining instruction. Real Gracie lineage. A family of kids and adults who walk onto the mats and find more than they came for.
Real Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Middletown — handed down from a legitimate lineage, refined for nearly three decades, and built around the people who train here.
Welcome to Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu Middletown, NJ — a leader in martial arts excellence since 1998. Our goal is to empower people of all ages and backgrounds through the transformative practice of martial arts.
We create a supportive environment where students can develop both physically and mentally, building their confidence and resilience. We're more than a martial arts school — we're a community committed to personal growth and lifelong learning.
We blend traditional Gracie technique with modern training methods so every student receives a comprehensive education that goes beyond the dojo. Join us and start your journey of self-discovery, discipline, and mastery.
Most technical instructors I've ever learned from. This school is pure BJJ — handed-down Gracie lineage, not watered down.
Three reasons students stay for years — not three months. The schedule, the facility, and the people.
Classes morning, noon, and night across six days a week. Built for busy families and working adults so you don't have to choose between training and the rest of your life.
Brand-new mat space inside a 34,000 sq ft full gym. Adult members get a sauna, steam room, lap pool, full locker rooms, and free weights — all included.
A welcoming family for both kids and adults. Beginners feel safe; serious grapplers get pushed. Camaraderie and personal growth in a diverse, kind environment.
A real Renzo Gracie academy — built on real time, real students, and a real facility.
Our instructors trace their training directly through Renzo Gracie — one of the most respected names in the entire sport. That technical depth shows up in every class, every drill, and every roll.
A direct technical line back to the foundation of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu — refined for the way real adults and real kids actually train, on a mat that has been holding the standard since 1998.
Walk in. Try a class. Meet the coaches. Decide if Renzo Gracie Middletown feels like the home you want for yourself or your kids.
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