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HIGH HAT BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU
5 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · Judo dojo in South Burlington, Vermont
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most dojos 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 judo classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition a competition team for members who want to test themselves in shiai (tournaments)
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule highhatbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 802-373-5645
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–6 pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–6 pm |
| Thursday | 8:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–6 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 11 am–1 am |
The classes they run
“Great vibes, super kid and family friendly, strong focus on technique and fitness”
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“Everyone is so nice and very inclusive for women and all walks of life 💕 I love the pm FUNdamentals BJJ classes with David!”
What members say
“Great instructors who seek to understand why you're enrolling and teach to that point.”
“Everyone was more than welcoming for a last-minute drop-in.”
“Shane is awesome to work with, the entire crew practicing there is friendly and super hard working.”
“Everyone is so nice and very inclusive for women and all walks of life 💕 I love the pm FUNdamentals BJJ classes with David!”
“You will walk away from each session having learned more and dripping sweat!”
From the reviews
I love high hat! They have such a great variety of classes, a little something for everyone! A great workout for sure. Everyone is so nice and very inclusive for women and all walks of life 💕 I love the pm FUNdamentals BJJ classes with David!
Friendly and inclusive environment for learning Jiu Jitsu! The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and patient. Great for all levels. I've trained at several gyms around Burlington and High Hat Jiu Jitsu is my favorite!
Great instructors who seek to understand why you're enrolling and teach to that point. Join the Tues/ Thurs 6pm class!
Fantastic studio, knowledgeable instructor, and safe spot to learn real jiu-jitsu. Absolutely a 5-star academy.
New to judo? Start at HIGH HAT BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU
HIGH HAT BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU 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 HIGH HAT BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU
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.
