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Brooklyn Strong Gym - Muay Thai - Judo - Self Defense - Mixed Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 61 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Brooklyn, New York
Plan your first class
- 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 judo classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule brooklynstrongym.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 929-249-8237
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–1 pm, 4–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–1:30 pm, 4–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–1:30 pm, 4–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–1 pm, 4–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–1 pm, 4–9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–2 pm |
The classes they run
“Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, the trainers are knowledgeable, patient, and truly dedicated to helping you improve.”
“He provides both kids classes and adult classes for a very good and reasonable price, he also has a very good front desk which will answer any question that you have.”
“He provides both kids classes and adult classes for a very good and reasonable price, he also has a very good front desk which will answer any question that you have.”
“I have great one on one experiences with my personal training sessions with him.”
“Every child and adult should be able to protect themselves (and their family) so self defense is a must.”
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“Every child and adult should be able to protect themselves (and their family) so self defense is a must.”
What members say
“Coach Eugene is an amazing coach who truly cares about his students and takes the time to help you improve.”
“Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, the trainers are knowledgeable, patient, and truly dedicated to helping you improve.”
“Secondly, they are friendly staff and most importantly, they are licensed trainers who are current martial arts champions and own various belts in their categories.”
“Firstly, this gym is freshly renovated, clean, spacious, equipped with modern sports equipment.”
“Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up your skills, this gym creates a positive and disciplined environment to grow in.”
From the reviews
When I first came to Brooklyn Strong Gym, I realized for myself that there was no point in looking for other gyms. Firstly, this gym is freshly renovated, clean, spacious, equipped with modern sports equipment.
Brooklyn Strong is hands down the best gym for learning self-defense! Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, the trainers are knowledgeable, patient, and truly dedicated to helping you improve. They offer excellent classes for both children and adults, making it a great place for the whole family to train.
I would 100% recommend and i proudly say that this is the best gym out there if you want to learn how to fight!! We’ve got the best coach, Eugene who makes class so much fun and is very motivational. He pushes everybody beyond their limits and is very serious with his classes.
Training at Brooklyn Strong has been a game changer! The workouts are motivating, challenging, and never boring. Working with Eugene and Chris has taken my fitness to another level.The trainers are knowledgeable, patient, and truly committed to helping you grow, whether you’re a beginner or experienced.
New to judo? Start at Brooklyn Strong Gym - Muay Thai - Judo - Self Defense - Mixed Martial Arts
Brooklyn Strong Gym - Muay Thai - Judo - Self Defense - Mixed Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never stepped on a mat, 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 or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and sensei scale the intensity to you. Second, you'll start by learning to fall safely (ukemi) — reputable dojos build fundamentals (breakfalls, grips, a first throw and some groundwork) for weeks, live randori eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps everyone safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and remember to bow in and show respect (rei). Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first judo class at Brooklyn Strong Gym - Muay Thai - Judo - Self Defense - Mixed Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a judo dojo for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good sensei expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, learning to fall safely (ukemi), then drilling a throw or two and some groundwork with a partner — not hard randori. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a judogi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many dojos lend a loaner judogi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own judogi. Live randori eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the sensei. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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