Port City Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Port City Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

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About Port City Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

At Port City Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, we are dedicated to sharing the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with the New Hampshire community. Our academy provides a structured, welcoming training environment for students at every stage — from first-timers stepping on the mat for the very first time to experienced grapplers sharpening their competitive game.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a ground-based martial art that uses leverage, timing, and technique to neutralize larger, stronger opponents. Whether your goal is self-defense, physical fitness, stress relief, or stepping onto the competition podium, BJJ offers one of the most complete and rewarding martial arts paths available. Our class offerings include Child, Adult, covering a range of skill levels and training goals.

We take pride in our coaches' ability to break down complex techniques into clear, learnable progressions. Our curriculum is built to give students a strong fundamental base before introducing more advanced positions and finishing sequences. Training here means joining a community that genuinely supports one another on and off the mat.

If you're curious about BJJ and want to experience it firsthand, come in for a free trial class. Port City Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is located in New Hampshire, New Hampshire, and our doors are open to anyone ready to start their grappling journey.

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Reviews

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78 reviews
Anthony Frost
2025-12-12

Great experience at this place. I sometimes feel a little anxious traveling to different gyms because you don’t know the vibe and how everything is but Port City BJJ made me feel at home when I dropped in on a Friday morning. Regardless of class size, Chris was very welcoming and we went over various techniques and drilled and went live in that position. Very knowledgeable staff and great training partners! Do not hesitate to go! It’s a great environment!

Steven Schaaf
2025-11-05

Amazing gym! Great instructors, great people, and great classes — I only have good things to say about Port City! I’ll definitely be coming back. I came in with little to no experience as a white belt, and from the moment I walked through the door, I was blown away by how friendly and welcoming everyone was. During training, people constantly went out of their way to show me techniques, offer helpful tips, and make sure I understood what was going on. I learned so much from every single person there. I trained for about 2–3 months before life got busy, and I forgot to cancel my membership. When I realized it a couple of months later, I called the gym expecting the worst — but they were incredibly understanding and went above and beyond to help me out. Not only did they cancel my account with no hassle, but they even offered me a credit. That level of integrity and care says a lot about who they are. Port City truly stands out — both on and off the mats. Highly recommend this gym to anyone looking to train in a positive, supportive, and high-quality environment!

Jeffrey Picoraro
2026-01-22

Great gym here. Came in unnannounced from up North. Greg and Hannah were super welcoming and Greg showed a great string of escape techniques. Clearly a good culture here and glad we dropped in.

Edward Ludwig
2023-12-04

Probably on of the best places to learn BJJ I have been to. I started cross training at Port City to further develop my technical Jiu-Jitsu, fantastic atmosphere and instruction. Everyone was super welcoming and my game has greatly improved since I started going. I would highly recommend this place.

Steven Buck
2025-07-11

What an awesome place to train. I was visiting from out of town and they were really generous and welcoming. Instructor was awesome and knowledgeable, and the training partners were great. Great school, definitely will come back when I’m in town.

Frequently Asked Questions

IS THERE A FREE TRIAL CLASS AT PORT CITY BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU?

Yes — we invite all newcomers to try their first class at no cost. Come in comfortable athletic clothing; no experience or equipment needed. Just show up and we'll take care of the rest.

DO I NEED ANY MARTIAL ARTS EXPERIENCE TO START BJJ?

Absolutely not. Port City Brazilian Jiu Jitsu welcomes complete beginners every week. Our instructors are skilled at meeting students where they are and building foundational technique from the ground up. The first few months are focused entirely on core concepts.

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO MY FIRST CLASS?

For your first visit, athletic shorts and a rash guard or fitted t-shirt work perfectly. Once you decide to train regularly, we'll help you select a gi (the traditional BJJ uniform). We provide all training equipment for new students.

HOW MANY DAYS PER WEEK SHOULD I TRAIN AT PORT CITY BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU?

Most students make strong progress training 2–3 times per week. Our class schedule in New Hampshire gives you the flexibility to fit BJJ around work, family, and other commitments. Consistency matters more than volume, especially early on.

DO YOU OFFER CLASSES FOR KIDS AND TEENS?

Yes. We run structured youth programs for children and teens with age-appropriate curriculum. Kids develop discipline, confidence, and real self-defense skills in a fun, safe environment. Classes are kept separate from adult training.