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Rip Tide Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Lewes, Delaware
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 riptidebjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 302-219-4720
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:30 am–12 pm, 4:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Thursday | 9:30 am–12 pm, 4:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 6:30–8:30 am |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–12 pm |
The classes they run
“The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive, making it easy for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike to feel right at home.”
“The diverse mix of people—from kids to adults—creates a dynamic and vibrant training atmosphere that is both fun and inspiring.”
“Whether you're looking to learn self-defense, get fit, or compete, Rip Tide Jiu Jitsu Gym has something for everyone.”
“Whether you're looking to learn self-defense, get fit, or compete, Rip Tide Jiu Jitsu Gym has something for everyone.”
“Whether you're looking to learn self-defense, get fit, or compete, Rip Tide Jiu Jitsu Gym has something for everyone.”
“I am visiting out of town and decided to drop in for an open mat.”
Other martial arts here
“The support that Rip Tide offers it’s students is what allows them to grow through a life-long journey of BJJ.”
“The gym offers gi (fundmentals & competition), no-gi (fundamentals & competition), muay thai, mma and kids classes.”
What members say
“Chris gives world class instruction and they have a great community here.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive, making it easy for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike to feel right at home.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive, making it easy for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike to feel right at home.”
“The instruction was top-notch, and the new techniques and skills I gained helped me become more confident and capable as a martial artist.”
“Whether you're looking to learn self-defense, get fit, or compete, Rip Tide Jiu Jitsu Gym has something for everyone.”
“The balance of discipline and fun keeps them engaged and excited, while pushing them to excel both physically & mentally.”
From the reviews
Both my son and I have been at riptide for just over 1 year. BJJ is addicting and Riptide is a perfect atmosphere for all ages, skills, goals. I have loved every minute of it. Coach Chris is an outstanding practitioner but can also precisely articulate his thoughts and necessary steps of movements.
Riptide is amazing and has changed my life. Coach Chris is a high level instructor and is great guy. I have been going on and off about 2 years but lately I’ve been going 3-4 times a week and it is awesome! You get in great shape and you learn how to defend yourself. I highly recommend this place!!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I can't say enough good things about Rip Tide Jiu Jitsu Gym! From the moment I stepped through the doors, I felt an incredible sense of community and positivity. The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive, making it easy for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike to feel right at home.
Our family has been at Rip Tide for about a year and we can’t get enough! All 4 of our kids enjoy the games, drilling, & rolling with their training partners. The balance of discipline and fun keeps them engaged and excited, while pushing them to excel both physically & mentally.
New to muay thai? Start at Rip Tide Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Rip Tide Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 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 Rip Tide Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
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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