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Adult BJJ — Gi & No-Gi.

Experience the life-changing power of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Top-tier Gracie instruction, supportive community, and a 34,000 sq ft facility that rivals any gym in New Jersey.

§ 01 / Why adults choose usAdult BJJ 16+

Real Gracie BJJ. Plus the gym, sauna, and pool.

Most BJJ schools give you a strip of mats. We give you a 34,000 sq ft training facility — connected weight room, sauna, steam room, lap pool, full locker rooms — included with adult membership. Real Gracie instruction, real community, real recovery space.

Five adult students lined up at Renzo Gracie Middletown after class
FIG. 04 — ADULT BJJ · 16+ · 2025RENZO GRACIE MIDDLETOWN

Almost everyone we meet is not in shape on day one. Come as you are — BJJ will get you in shape faster than the gym alone ever will. We have students rolling well into their 60s and 70s. BJJ rewards thinking, leverage, and patience — all of which improve with age.

Adult membership includes unlimited BJJ classes plus full access to the connected 34,000 sq ft gym, sauna, steam room, and lap pool.

§ 02 / The facility34,000 sq ft

Six things you won't find
at any other BJJ school.

Adult membership unlocks the full connected facility. This is the single biggest reason adults switch to Renzo Gracie Middletown — and rarely leave.

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Brand-new mats.

Dedicated mat space, fresh and clean — sized for both Gi and No-Gi rounds without crowding.

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Free weights.

Full strength and conditioning floor connected to the academy — barbells, racks, dumbbells, the works.

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Cardio equipment.

Treadmills, rowers, bikes — for the conditioning days when rolling isn't on the schedule.

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Dry sauna.

Recovery sauna right next to the locker rooms. Roll, lift, sweat, recover — all under one roof.

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Steam room.

Wet steam recovery. Shoulders, knees, lower back — every grappler knows this matters.

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Lap pool.

Active recovery, low-impact cardio, summer training without the heat. Locker rooms with showers complete the loop.

§ 03 / What you walk away withSix lasting wins

Built on real training.

Self-defense is the obvious benefit. Most adults stay for the fitness, the brotherhood, and the way BJJ tends to clean up everything else in their life.

01

Professional guidance.

Top-notch instruction from certified black belts — enhancing your skills, safety, and progression at every level.

02

Supportive community.

A vibrant BJJ family — connect with friends, training partners, and a culture that pulls everyone forward.

03

Confidence & skills.

Self-defense skills that work, plus the confidence that comes from knowing you can actually use them.

04

Fitness & friendship.

A workout you actually look forward to. Most members lose 15-25 lbs in the first six months without dieting.

05

Expert BJJ instruction.

Pure Renzo Gracie BJJ — handed down from a legitimate lineage, not watered down for marketing.

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Beyond a sport.

BJJ tends to spill over. Better sleep, better focus, better discipline. Most members say it changed everything.

§ 04 / Gi or No-GiBoth, ideally

Two grappling games.
One academy.

We offer both Gi and No-Gi classes. Most adult members do both — the games complement each other and accelerate your progress in both.

The Gi.

What to wear
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Gi (we'll set you up).
The game
Heavy use of grips on lapels, sleeves, and pants. Slower, more technical, deeply tactical.
Best for
Technical foundations, leverage games, defensive frames. The traditional Gracie expression.

No-Gi.

What to wear
Rash guard and shorts (board shorts or fight shorts).
The game
Faster, scramble-heavy, more athletic. Underhooks, body locks, leg attacks. MMA-adjacent.
Best for
Speed, conditioning, scrambling. The closest thing to applied grappling without strikes.
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Top-notch instruction, facility, and teammates. The gym is connected to a full weightlifting gym with locker rooms and sauna. Jiu-jitsu will change your life.

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§ 05 / Common questionsBefore your first class

New students ask…

Here's what most people want to know before their first class. Still curious? Call us at (732) 671-2535 — we love this stuff.

Q.01I'm not in shape. Should I get fit first?+
No. Almost everyone we meet is not in shape on day one. Come as you are — BJJ will get you in shape faster than the gym alone ever will.
Q.02Do I need a Gi?+
For your first free class, no. Athletic wear is fine. After that, we'll set you up with a Gi for Gi class. No-Gi class needs a rash guard and shorts.
Q.03Can I come if I'm over 40?+
Yes. We have students rolling well into their 60s and 70s. BJJ rewards thinking, leverage, and patience — all of which improve with age.
Q.04How does membership work?+
Adult membership includes unlimited BJJ classes plus full access to the connected 34,000 sq ft gym, sauna, steam room, and lap pool. Visit us or call (732) 671-2535 for current pricing.
§ Closing · Free Trial Class Adult BJJ · 16+

Your first class
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Walk in. Try a class. Meet the coaches. Decide if Renzo Gracie Middletown feels like the home you want for yourself. Zero pressure.

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