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Elevate Jiu Jitsu Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 52 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Westwood, New Jersey
Authentic Thai — reviews and the gym's own info point to coaching rooted in Thailand's muay thai tradition. If lineage matters to you, ask where the coaches trained and about their kru.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule elevatejiujitsuacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (201) 389-8625
Hours
| Monday | 10–11:30 AM, 6–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–12 PM, 5–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10–11:30 AM, 6–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–12 PM, 5–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 10–11:30 AM, 6–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1:45 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–12:30 PM |
The classes they run
“I tried Muay Thai for the first time with Nick, the coach, and it was an amazing experience his instruction made it approachable and really helpful for a beginner like me.”
“Coaches Joey, Nick, and Danny are awesome with the kids—super patient, encouraging, and they really know how to make it fun while teaching solid skills in jiu jitsu.”
“I’ve been to this gym a few times, and every visit has been a great experience especially as a woman in a male dominated sport.”
“It is a welcoming and safe environment for anyone who wants to get in shape, learn how to defend themselves, or work on their grappling and striking.”
“I have no background in martial arts and intended to try Jiu Jitsu just to learn some self-defense.”
“I did an open mat session which was run by the other head coach Nick, and it was great time.”
Other martial arts here
“Their new facility is large, clean, friendly, and has a host of amenities for both adults and kids looking to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu or Muy Thai.”
“Elevate Jiu Jitsu academy is the perfect MMA gym for anyone from beginners to seasoned practitioners.”
What members say
“I tried Muay Thai for the first time with Nick, the coach, and it was an amazing experience his instruction made it approachable and really helpful for a beginner like me.”
“I tried Muay Thai for the first time with Nick, the coach, and it was an amazing experience his instruction made it approachable and really helpful for a beginner like me.”
“It is a welcoming and safe environment for anyone who wants to get in shape, learn how to defend themselves, or work on their grappling and striking.”
“They have a great way of explaining techniques so they actually stick, and their passion for teaching really shines through.”
“Their new facility is large, clean, friendly, and has a host of amenities for both adults and kids looking to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu or Muy Thai.”
From the reviews
This was my very first time ever trying both Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai, and I can honestly say I loved every second of it. From the moment I walked in, the energy was welcoming, motivating, and professional. I was nervous as a beginner, but that disappeared almost instantly.
I’ve been going to Elevate for about a month now and have nothing but great things to say. I have no background in martial arts and intended to try Jiu Jitsu just to learn some self-defense.
High quality and awesome jiu jitsu academy. If you live in the area it would be a huge missed opportunity to not come here and train. Super comfortable, chill and friendly environment that provides a great place to learn and get better quick.
I've been to a lot of BJJ Gyms and NY/NJ has some of the best in the country. This place has some of the best practitioners. It's also has a wonderful community of very serious players. Jiu Jitsu is an evolving martial art and Joey and Nick are two of the brightest of the new generation.
New to muay thai? Start at Elevate Jiu Jitsu Academy
Elevate Jiu Jitsu Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first muay thai class at Elevate Jiu Jitsu Academy
Nervous about walking into a muay thai gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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