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Grappling University Martial Arts

Our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, and Striking programs are designed to build strength, confidence, and lifelong connections for all ages.

Step onto the mat and start your martial arts journey.

BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU & JUDO CLASSES

At Grappling University Martial Arts (GUMA) in Clifton, NJ, we offer a variety of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, and Striking classes.


Our programs are designed to build strength, confidence, and lifelong skills for both adults and children. With a focus on high-quality instruction and a supportive community, GUMA is the perfect place to start or continue your martial arts journey.

Meet our instructors

Our team of instructors brings years of experience and a passion for teaching. They are committed to helping each student achieve their personal best. To learn more about our instructors, click here.

about grappling university martial arts

At Grappling University Martial Arts (GUMA), we believe in the power of martial arts to transform lives.

Our core values are discipline, respect, and continuous improvement. We are dedicated to providing a safe and inclusive environment where students of all ages can develop their skills, learn self-defence, build confidence, and achieve their personal best. 

Class Schedule

We offer flexible class schedules to accommodate busy lifestyles.

Check our schedule below to find a class that fits your needs and start your martial arts journey with GUMA today.

Monday

5:15 PM - 6:15 PM

Kids (Ages 4-12)

6:30 PM - 7:45 PM

Adult BJJ

8 PM - 8:45 PM

Kid’s Judo

Tuesday

5:15 PM - 6:15 PM

Kids (Ages 4-12)

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Adult BJJ

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Adult Striking

Wednesday

7 AM - 8 AM

Adult BJJ

6 PM - 7 PM

Kid's Judo

7 PM - 8 PM

Adult Judo

Thursday

5:15 PM - 6:15 PM 

Kids (Ages 4-12)

6:30 PM - 7:45 PM

Adult BJJ

Friday

7 AM - 8 AM

Adult BJJ

6:15 PM - 7:15 PM

Kid’s Striking

7:15 PM - 8:45 PM

Adult Striking

Saturday

10 AM - 11:30 AM

Adult BJJ Fundamentals Class

Sunday

11 AM - 12 PM

Adult Judo

2 PM - 3 PM

Kid's Striking

3 PM - 4 PM

Adult Striking

Please Note: Each class runs for 60 minutes, with the exception of Adult Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Fundamentals, which runs for 90 minutes.

Looking for a printable version of our schedule? Find one here!

Phone: 862-368-0084
575 Van Houten Ave -- Clifton, NJ

What Our Students say

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Daniel Ramirez
Since Day 1, I have felt strongly about placing my son into something that I think he needs. And this is the place, great instructors, extremely patient with my son. Highly recommend...
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Aaron Morris
Outstanding martial arts academy friendly staff and very knowledgeable instructors. I highly recommend.
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Nick Palermo
Amazing gym filled with people who are all there to help each other out and grow together as a team. The gym is packed with great coaches who give everyone their own individual attention. I highly recommend this gym to students of all ages and skill levels.
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Paul Bury
Been training here since the start of this new ownership and I couldn't recommend it more. Jiu jitsu classes every day with black belts who aren't just great practitioners, but excellent teachers and people. They also offer judo classes to really provide a complete grappling education. Combine that with great prices, and it really is a fantastic school.
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fortitude jj
Great training environment and amazing coaches!👍🏽🙏🏽
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Luis Escamilla
Me and my 5 year old son have been coming here for almost a year. Since he has been coming here, his self steam has grow tremendously. Instructors are great at teaching many techniques of how to deal with bullies. I recommend this school for anyone who wants to learn self defense and for those who get bullied.
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Marco R
Great place to train, with great instructors teaching and take the time to explain everything throughly. No egos in this school everybody is helpful with anyone who needs help or has a question. There’s also a variety of classes from Brazilian jiu jitsu, judo, wrestling, and striking classes.
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Joe Addabbo
Was looking for a new place for my kids to train, we stopped by for a drop in class, all the coaches there made us feel welcomed, we found our new home.
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Nicolas Diaz
Life changing experience! One of the most proud decisions I've taken. Not only do they have 2 brilliant brazilian jiujitsu black belts professors that surprise me everytime with something new and more little details that make the technique work effectively. But also, the fundamentals class its amazing! It has changed/fix my game tremendously, fulfilling me with a deeper understanding of the techniques. One last thing, to keep in mind and take for granted are also the 2 amazing judo black belt senseis, that are literally full of knowledge, and make your judo, wrestling, jiujitsu or stand up game become disgustingly good.

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