About us
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Amsterdam
Welcome to Amsterdam Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu!
12 classes per week, including 4 afternoon classes and 6 open mat sessions.
AmsterdamBJJ is a gym focused on skill, perseverance, conditioning and team spirit.
AmsterdamBJJ is a friendly and dedicated team of both hobbyists and competitors. The school of NOC*NSF nationally recognised BJJ trainer/coach Raoul Hiwat is affiliated with the Rickson Gracie International Jiu-Jitsu Association, led in the Netherlands by Harold Harder.
What is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art focused on bringing your opponent to the ground as quickly as possible with a take-down, throw or shoot, and continuing the fight there. The goal is to gain a dominant position and neutralise the opponent.
Members of the Gracie family and their students have more than 65 years of experience in Vale Tudo (“anything goes”) and still excel at it today. Research shows that around 80% of all fights end up on the ground.
Frequently asked questions
- What does a BJJ class in Amsterdam cost?
- The first 2 trial classes are free. After that you train on a membership; current rates are on the pricing page.
- Can I take a free trial class?
- Yes. You can join twice for free. Sign up through the trial class form; just bring sportswear.
- From what age can children train?
- Children can train from age 6, in the 6–8 and 9–14 groups. Find all information about kids classes on the kids page. Adults train from age 15.
- Where in Amsterdam do you train?
- The academy is in Amsterdam-West, easy to reach by public transport and car. Address, directions and class times are on the contact page and the schedule.
- Do I need any experience?
- No. Beginners are welcome in every class; the basics classes are designed to start without any experience. Women are also welcome at Women Self Defence.
Visit us
Come meet us and sign up for a trial class. Your first 2 classes are free.