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Longview Academy of Extreme Martial Arts
Confirm grappling programs2098 Clove Rd, Staten Island, NY 10305
Satori Academy of Martial Arts
Confirm grappling programs4885 Arthur Kill Rd, Staten Island, NY 10309
Staten Island Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/MMA
1230 Castleton Ave, Rear Entrance, Staten Island, NY 10310
Program details come from public sources. Confirm current classes and locations directly with the academy.
Jiu-jitsu in Staten Island: build a week around the mat
A Staten Island jiu-jitsu search becomes useful when it connects a location with a repeatable training plan. Castleton Avenue, Hylan Boulevard and Victory Boulevard are three starting points in this guide. The academies also describe different programs and teaching approaches. Look at both sides of the decision: how you will get there and what you will practice when you arrive.
Sources reviewed · 2026-10-25Staten Island BJJ/MMA: read the grappling timetable closely
Staten Island Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/MMA lists its current entrance at 1230 Castleton Avenue, around the rear. Its published timetable includes adult gi and no-gi BJJ, a beginner BJJ session, children's BJJ, teen no-gi and open mats. These appear alongside other martial arts, so select the grappling class rather than relying on the building's opening hours.
The range of labels makes this a useful schedule to compare with a mixed household routine. A teenager, a first-time adult and an experienced no-gi student may need different sessions. Confirm the current day and start time with the academy before traveling, including whether an open mat accepts visitors. Use the address on the official site when planning the route and ask about the rear entrance if it is your first visit.
Renzo Gracie Staten Island: match the level as well as the format
Renzo Gracie Staten Island lists its academy at 4349 Hylan Boulevard. Its published calendar distinguishes fundamentals, adult gi and no-gi training, rolling and competition classes. Children's entries are also separated by experience level.
Read those distinctions as a starting point for a conversation with the coach. A fundamentals class, a rolling session and competition practice are different appointments, even when all appear on the same calendar. Describe your training history and ask which session to book first. Parents should confirm the appropriate children's group rather than choosing solely by a convenient time. Once a suitable class is identified, check whether there is a second session you can regularly attend so the plan works beyond the first visit.
Dark Bear: ask how the teaching method feels in practice
Dark Bear Jiu Jitsu is at 3801 Victory Boulevard. Its website describes an approach built around ecological dynamics and constraints: instructors use particular rules or task limits to encourage students to explore solutions to grappling problems.
That gives you something more specific to investigate than an academy name or a list of techniques. Ask what a first class looks like, how a new student understands the task and how the coach gives feedback. If you have trained through demonstrations and repetitions elsewhere, ask how you will adapt to this room. The useful test is whether the instruction helps you understand what to do and why; a teaching-method label alone cannot answer that. Confirm the available gi or no-gi sessions directly.
Plan the journey and the next session together
Check the journey at the time you intend to train, from home, work or school pickup. If you drive, ask about access and parking rather than assuming space is included. If you use public transport, consider the return trip after class as carefully as the outward journey. Leave enough time to find the entrance and change.
Bring the comparison back to a normal week: the format you want, a class suited to your experience and a route you can repeat. Before joining, confirm equipment requirements, membership terms and how missed sessions affect your plan. Before an open mat, confirm visitor access and whether booking is required. A timetable is the beginning of that conversation, and the academy can turn it into an actual first appointment.
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| Academy | Programs mentioned | Academy website |
|---|---|---|
| Staten Island Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/MMA1230 Castleton Ave, Rear Entrance, Staten Island, NY 10310 | Gi BJJ · No-Gi · Wrestling | Visit website ↗ |
| NYC Mixed Martial Arts124 Port Richmond Ave, Staten Island, NY 10302 | Gi BJJ · Wrestling · Kids & youth | Visit website ↗ |
| Longview Academy of Extreme Martial Arts2098 Clove Rd, Staten Island, NY 10305 | Check with academy | Not listed |
| Satori Academy of Martial Arts4885 Arthur Kill Rd, Staten Island, NY 10309 | Check with academy | Visit website ↗ |
| Glory Martial Arts Center Staten Island551 Midland Ave, Staten Island, NY 10306 | Gi BJJ · No-Gi · Kids & youth | Visit website ↗ |
| Renzo Gracie Staten Island4349 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10312 | Gi BJJ · No-Gi · Kids & youth | Visit website ↗ |
| Codella Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy3755 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10314 | Gi BJJ · Wrestling · Kids & youth | Visit website ↗ |
| Team Real USA2298 Arthur Kill Rd, Staten Island, NY 10309 | Gi BJJ · Kids & youth | Visit website ↗ |
| Richmond County BJJ2000 Hylan Blvd, 2nd Floor, Staten Island, NY 10306 | Check with academy | Visit website ↗ |
| Dark Bear Jiu Jitsu3801 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10314 | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Visit website ↗ |
| Tiger Schulmann's - Tottenville2955 Veterans Road West, 2nd Floor, Staten Island, NY 10309 | Kids & youth | Visit website ↗ |
| Tiger Schulmann's - New Dorp363 New Dorp Ln, Staten Island, NY 10306 | Kids & youth | Visit website ↗ |
| Tiger Schulmann's - Bulls Head1445 Richmond Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314 | Kids & youth | Visit website ↗ |
| Dento Teki Na Judo & Jujitsu Dojo3801 Victory Blvd, Suite G, Staten Island, NY 10314 | Gi BJJ · No-Gi | Visit website ↗ |
| Staten Island Judo Jujitsu Dojo10 Nassau Pl, Staten Island, NY 10307 | Check with academy | Visit website ↗ |
A little local knowledge.
How do I choose a jiu-jitsu academy?+
Start with a location you can train at consistently. Ask the academy about beginner classes, coaching, membership terms and a suitable first session. The right fit depends on your goals and experience.
Can I drop in or try a class?+
Policies vary by academy. Contact the school before arriving to confirm availability, fees, equipment and any experience requirements. A listing does not guarantee a free trial or drop-in access.
How current is this directory?+
This U.S. directory uses source snapshots collected on October 25, 2026, with website information detected automatically. Programs, contact details and schedules can change. Confirm details directly with the academy.
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116 listings, initially adapted from bjj.nyc and enriched with public academy information. Confirm current programs, contact details and locations directly with each academy. Images and logos are credited to their sources.