Do I need experience to start Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

No. Most students start with zero experience. You start with a trial where you meet the instructor and learn foundational movements in a safe, beginner-friendly group.

What ages do you teach?

Kids ages 6-8 and 9-12, teens 13+, and adults of all levels. We also offer women's self-defense and private lessons.

Where is CJJF North Carolina located and which areas do you serve?

We are at 625 N Park Ave, Burlington, NC 27217, just 10-15 minutes from Graham, Mebane, Gibsonville and Elon.

How much does it cost to try a class?

We offer two trial options — one for adults and one for kids — each with multiple classes and no commitment. Call (336) 693-9327 to get started.

Am I too old or out of shape to start jiu-jitsu?

No. You get in shape by training, and classes scale to your pace. We have adult students across a wide range of ages, with many starting in their 30s, 40s, and beyond.

Is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu effective for self-defense?

Yes. BJJ is one of the most effective self-defense systems because most confrontations end up at close range or on the ground, where control and leverage matter more than size or striking.

Is jiu-jitsu safe for kids?

Yes. Our kids classes run in a supervised, structured environment that emphasizes control, respect, and technique over roughness.

What should I wear to my first class?

Comfortable athletic clothing without zippers, buttons, or pockets, such as shorts and a t-shirt or rash guard, plus a water bottle. You do not need a gi for your trial.

What does tapping mean in jiu-jitsu?

Tapping, a tap on your partner or the mat, is how you safely signal to stop when caught in a submission or when uncomfortable. It is a normal, essential part of training that keeps everyone safe.

How often should I train?

Two to three classes per week is a great starting point for steady progress while allowing recovery. You can attend more as your conditioning and confidence grow.

Minutes From Campus · Semester-Based Pricing

Jiu-Jitsu for Elon University Students

Train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu just a short drive from Elon's campus. Our student memberships are semester-based — built around the academic calendar — and you always get the best available pricing at the moment you sign up.

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Why Elon students train with us

A break from campus that makes you stronger, calmer, and more confident.

Semester-based memberships

Plans that follow the academic calendar, so you're not locked in over summer or after graduation. Options include unlimited BJJ, No-Gi, and BJJ + weight room.

Best available price — always

Elon students automatically get the best available student pricing at the moment of sign-up. No haggling, no hoops.

Stress relief that works

An hour on the mat clears your head like nothing else. Better sleep, better focus, better semester.

Real self-defense + community

Practical skills you'll keep for life, and a welcoming team off campus — many Elon students already train here.

Students rolling during a live training round at CJJF North Carolina, minutes from Elon University

Student membership options

All semester-based, all at the best available student rate when you sign up: Unlimited BJJ, Unlimited No-Gi BJJ, Unlimited BJJ + Weight Room, and a one-time-payment semester option. Ask us which fits your schedule.

How to get started

Try a class

Start with a trial — no experience or commitment needed.

Show your student ID

Bring your Elon ID and we'll set you up with the best available semester rate.

Train all semester

Morning and evening classes six days a week — easy to fit around your course load.

Your semester starts on the mat

Semester-based pricing, best available rate at sign-up, minutes from campus.

START WITH A TRIAL

(336) 693-9327 · 625 N Park Ave, Burlington, NC 27217

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