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Stiles Street MMA - Sambo, Judo and BJJ Academy
5 ★★★★★ 10 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Elizabeth, New Jersey
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 stilesstreetmma.club — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 908-344-5697
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30–8 pm |
| Thursday | 5–8 pm |
| Friday | 5:30–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10–11:30 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“This isn't one of those after school programs for kids.”
“Huge perk is actually having tournaments to train for.”
“Very inspiring to see your 8 yr old start from totally 'blank', and in several months do throws, sweeps or submissions”
“The instructors are incredibly skilled and patient, creating a fun and safe environment for children to learn discipline, self-defense, and confidence.”
Other martial arts here
“Sambo/judo/bjj are great for self defense.”
“Great school to learn and progress in SAMBO/Judo.”
“The instructors are incredibly skilled and patient, creating a fun and safe environment for children to learn discipline, self-defense, and confidence.”
What members say
“Coach Vitali is a great instructor who has treated me like a friend since my first class.”
“Very inspiring to see your 8 yr old start from totally 'blank', and in several months do throws, sweeps or submissions”
“My child absolutely loves it and has gained so much from being part of this club!”
“The instructors are incredibly skilled and patient, creating a fun and safe environment for children to learn discipline, self-defense, and confidence.”
From the reviews
Fantastic MMA club for kids! The instructors are incredibly skilled and patient, creating a fun and safe environment for children to learn discipline, self-defense, and confidence. The classes are well-structured, focusing on technique, fitness, and respect.
Great school to learn and progress in SAMBO/Judo. Phenomenal coaching 💪🏻 Made me more tough & confident. Huge perk is actually having tournaments to train for.
This is my school and I love it. Coach Vitali is a great instructor who has treated me like a friend since my first class. This isn't one of those after school programs for kids. This is a real martial arts school where adults and children can come and put in hard work and learn the art of grappling.
I and my son love this place. Quality of instructors is second to none. Every training session is fun & hard work at the same time. Very inspiring to see your 8 yr old start from totally 'blank', and in several months do throws, sweeps or submissions
New to judo? Start at Stiles Street MMA - Sambo, Judo and BJJ Academy
Stiles Street MMA - Sambo, Judo and BJJ Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. 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 Stiles Street MMA - Sambo, Judo and BJJ Academy
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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