A calm place to begin
Kids Jiu-Jitsu in Tannersville.
Jiu-Jitsu for kids and teens learning to listen, solve problems, work with others, and keep trying when something gets difficult. Adults can start in the same calm, beginner-aware room.
Kids practice listening, solving problems, and partner safety.
Start With the Right Class
We organize training into three clear classes, then adjust partners, problems, and resistance to the student.
Kids 5–9
Practice listening, safe movement, problem-solving, and taking care of a partner.
Teens 10–17
Build practical skill through clear problems, boundaries, and gradually increasing resistance.
Adults 18+
Learn positions, escapes, control, and practical decisions without being dropped into hard rounds.
Learn clear skills with a partner.
Kids, teens, and adults learn useful actions at a safe pace.
Listen and move
Students learn the position and the first safe action.
Solve with resistance
Partners work at a pace that fits the student.
Try the next step
Sandy changes the task when the problem changes.
Coming September 14: Fall Small-Group Schedule
Fall Placement Week runs September 8–12. The full Fall Practice Schedule begins September 14.
Most students start after school, evenings, or Saturday morning. Choose the class that fits your week, then reserve a Free Intro so Sandy can help you pick the right first class.
| Day | Youth / Teens | Adults |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 5:00 PM No-Gi | 6:00 PM No-Gi |
| Tuesday | 5:00 PM Gi | 6:00 PM Gi |
| Wednesday | 5:00 PM No-Gi | 6:00 PM No-Gi |
| Friday | 5:00 PM Friday Gi Lab | 6:00 PM Gi |
| Saturday | — | 10:30 AM Adult No-Gi |
Meet. Match. Train.
Your Free Intro is a simple first step: meet Sandy, see the room, talk about your goals, and get matched with the right coached class. Youth students may be able to combine the intro and class in one visit.
Tour the studio, ask questions, and map your starting plan. 100% free, zero pressure, and easy to reschedule by text.
Meet
Tour the room, meet Sandy, and share what you are looking for.
Match
Sandy chooses the right class, partner, and starting pace for you.
Train
Try your first coached small-group class free. Youth students may train during the same visit.
Beginner-friendly · Small groups · Coached resistance · No experience required
See How Class WorksStudent experience
What people notice about the room
★★★★★
“I started my BJJ career late in life at 43, but what I have learned from him has not only helped my body but my mind.”
Richard Scarponi★★★★★
“As a smaller grappler, I felt safe and welcomed.”
Kelly Chan★★★★★
“Class at Sensei Sandy BJJ has become such a large part of my family's routine.”
Jessie MoriartyGood Training for Them. A Better Routine for You.
Jiu-Jitsu is the vehicle. skill is the product—and a reliable after-school rhythm is part of what families are building.
For your child
Movement, problem solving, friends, and the ability to keep working when the answer changes.
For your family
Predictable reservations, clear feedback, make-up class by text, and a coach who knows the student.
You Won’t Have to Guess Whether They’re Progressing.
Attention
Returns to the task after distraction without repeated prompting.
Partner care
Stops immediately when a partner taps.
Problem solving
Tries another useful solution when the first one fails.
Communication
Tells the coach when something is confusing or uncomfortable.
3 classes each week for 12 weeks.
Weekly skill development stays simple; existing special sessions add connection and practice when they fit.
Hard Problems. Safe Partners. Kids Want to Come Back.
Development matters to parents. Enjoyment, friendship, fist bumps, and a room where kids can keep trying are what make a healthy routine last.
Simple Starting Options
12-week program · 12 Weeks
Youth $550 · Adult $715
Three planned weekly classes, partner matching, and clear progress feedback.
Visitor Day Pass
$35
Good for out-of-town guests and weekenders.
Private Coaching
$195 / session
One-on-one coaching for a specific problem, quieter first step, or focused technical work.
Meet the coach behind Sensei Jiu Jitsu and Jiu Jitsu Sandy in Tannersville.
Easy to Find on Main Street in Tannersville
6045 Main Street, 2nd Floor Studio
Tannersville, NY 12485
Park nearby on Main Street or follow the directions page before your first visit.
Support pages if you want to look around before you book.
The main path is still the free intro. These are here if you want details first.
Ready to Start?
Reserve a Free Intro and take the next step with Sandy.
Reserve Your Free Intro Text Sandy