First Class Guide
What to wear, what to bring, and exactly what happens on the mat. Read it, then book your first visit. No surprises.
Read the guide Beginner BJJ
Start Jiu-Jitsu in Charlotte.
Never trained Jiu-Jitsu before? That is who this is for. Here is what to wear, where to start, and what your first class actually looks like.
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You do not need experience.
Most people who walk through our door have never trained Jiu-Jitsu. Fundamentals classes are built for day one: learn the positions, ask every question, and get comfortable with how it feels.
Bring the basics
No special gear for day one.
Wear a t-shirt and shorts or leggings, nothing with zippers or pockets. Bring water and flip flops for when you step off the mat. Trying Gi Fundamentals, we will loan you a gi, you do not have to buy one first.
Where to go next.
Day 1 No-Gi Basics
A 30 minute Friday class built for white belts in their first three months. No gi, no experience, no problem.
See No-Gi classesFundamentals
Gi and No-Gi fundamentals are where you learn position, escapes, passing, control, and the submissions that hold the whole art together.
View scheduleMembership Options
Adult memberships are month to month, with twice a week and unlimited options. Kids pricing lives on the CJJA Kids page.
See pricingWhat a beginner class feels like.
Show up ten minutes early
Walk in, say hi, get settled. You train barefoot, so bring flip flops or slides for when you step off the mat.
Wear simple training clothes
A t-shirt and shorts or leggings. Nothing with zippers, pockets, or jewelry. That is the whole uniform on day one.
Warm up, then learn technique
Class warms up with technique and concepts, then moves into hands on drilling with a partner. Coaches and students help walk you through everything.
Go at your own pace
Live rounds are part of class. On day one you can jump in, watch from the side and ask questions. You decide your comfort level.
Ready to visit
Come train this week.
Not sure what to expect? The first class guide walks you through your first visit, and pricing is month to month when you are ready. Come in and we will take it from there.