Meet Your
Instructor

Sandy Jose Nunez.
Purposeful, beginner-friendly Jiu-Jitsu in Tannersville, NY (Catskills / Mountaintop).
The first thing I said when I got a Blackbelt was, "Jiu Jitsu is LIT!" I want you to feel that way.

  • 1st Degree Black Belt
  • Teacher & Mentor
  • Safety First
Read My Story

Train With Sensei Sandy

Book a Free Intro and meet your coach in person

Book Free Intro (Reserved Spot) Text with a question first

Beginner-safe first class

Calm, structured coaching

Clean mats and supervised rounds

Sensei Sandy - Head instructor

More Than Just Techniques

"My approach blends structured discipline with adaptable connection. The precision of the art and the creative problem-solving required to apply it find their expression on the mats."

Structure & Safety:
Classes are planned, not random. Beginners have a dedicated lane to learn safely.
Ego-Free Culture:
We train to build each other up, not tear each other down.

The Journey

How we got from NYC to the Mountaintop.

The NYC Foundation

I balanced a demanding career with an obsession for the art. While working in the city I often trained 2–3 times a day. I'd travel between Noho, Bushwick, and Columbus Circle. That volume built the technical depth I teach today.

The Shift

During the pandemic, my partner and I relocated to the Catskills. My partner is local; I'm from the city. This pivotal shift made me reevaluate my career in hospitality and led me back to my true passion: teaching Jiu-Jitsu.

The Mission

I established Sensei Sandy BJJ to inspire transformation. My mission is to guide you on your own personal journey, helping you discover your potential and craft your own narrative on the mats.

"Sandy's teaching style is not only effective but also enjoyable. His passion for developing better BJJ is contagious, creating an environment that's both motivating and supportive."

Brad Waldron, BJJ Black Belt

Start Your Chapter

Come meet the team and see if we are the right fit for you.

Free Intro first. If it's a fit, Core Culture is $550 youth / $715 adult.