Highlights: 29 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team
Looking for True Believer Jiu Jitsu in Pittsburgh, PA? It's a Brazilian jiu jitsu academy at Spring Garden Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, USA, rated 4.9/5 across 90 Google reviews. Below: programs, schedule, pricing, reviews, and how to book a free trial.
Pittsburgh's top Jiu-Jitsu school with a variety of classes including Intro To Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Fundamentals of Jiu-Jitsu, NoGi Grappling, Women’s Only Jiu Jitsu, Intro to Competition, and All-Levels Competition Training.
True Believer Jiu Jitsu runs about 29 classes a week. Call (878) 203-9985 to confirm the current timetable.
Women-only classes; Dedicated competition team and specialized training; Structured beginner program with no-sparring onboarding
Rated 4.9/5 across 90 Google reviews.
I have been training at True Believer for 2 years. The gym community is welcoming and friendly. I have been very fortunate to make close life-long friends and experience success in competition. The culture on the mats is serious about developing great technique while having fun. Students get individual attention from instructors. Competitive rolls for those looking to push themselves. Great space with clean mats. Whether your goal is to get in shape, improve your confidence, learn to defend yourself or compete at the highest level, True Believer has the instructors and training partners to help make it happen. I'd highly recommend anyone interested in martial arts or BJJ check out True Believer.
I needed to change training up and decided to come here, and it was a good choice! A decent number of people and various belts from white to black on the mats seemingly every class. You get to basically come to every class, if you choose to (even the advanced ones, since they need bodies). As of writing this review, the schedule is up to date with classes and everything. It's easily available on the website for someone to check out. The owner/teacher is Jake, and I've not heard a bad thing about the guy from people not affiliated with the gym, or people in the gym as well. In addition to that, every interaction I've had with him has been good. I've yet to have specific questions, but I've seen people ask for advice about a specific thing after class, or whatever, and he always seems to give some advice. He's obviously not obligated to do that, but he does, since he's a chill guy and he's trying to help people get better. Lastly, this is
When I was in town for a couple days for work, I connected with Jacob (the Owner) for a private lesson and dropped in for a morning group class the next day. During the private lesson, Jacob was an excellent instructor who breaks down maneuvers simply and easily. He provides different variations to the lesson to help you think and adapt the move to your personal game. The next day morning class was equally enjoyable. The guys and girls were very friendly, welcoming and fun to roll with. A strong BJJ family and it shows. When coming through Pittsburgh, this is the only place I will train.
This place had nothing but a welcoming crowd of folks. I tried out the Intro to BJJ class from 6-7pm, and I can't wait to go back for day two of my training adventure. I highly recommend joining a class and coming to check it out for yourself. Listening to people talk about Jiu Jitsu online and in podcasts they always day it will change your life for the better and I can see how that is the case as there is only positive energy, like minded and goal oriented fellow students ready to pass along the happiness and knowledge!!!!! Amazing place.
I like to visit different BJJ schools from time to time and I had a great time at True Believer. Jake, the instructor for the class I attended, is an excellent and patient teacher who is methodical in his approach to teaching technique. He helps to think about the principles at work and not just the moves. I had a great time rolling with the students and teacher there. Good intensity and great technique. Good times all around. Hospitality to visitors is always important to me. I was welcomed here and did not feel like the odd man out at any time. If mat culture is as important to you as technique and aggression, this is a good group to train with.
True Believer Jiu Jitsu is easily the most passionate and motivated training facility in the Pittsburgh area. Jake is one of the nicest people i have ever met in my life and wants nothing more to see me and our team grow. I've spent the last year going multiple times a week to train with Jake and it has been one of the best yeas of my life. I strongly strongly strongly recommend this gym to anyone who is either looking into starting their journey or continuing their journey in Jiu Jitsu.
True Believer Jiu Jitsu is at Spring Garden Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, USA. Call (878) 203-9985 to confirm class times or book a trial.
True Believer Jiu Jitsu doesn't publish pricing. Pittsburgh BJJ typically runs $150-$250/month for unlimited. They offer a free trial so you can test the room first.
Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, No-Gi Grappling, Kids BJJ, Teens BJJ, Kids Competition Team, Women's BJJ, Competition Team, Wrestling, Self-Defense, MMA.
Beginners are welcome. Use the trial class to watch a fundamentals or all-levels session and meet the coach before signing up. No experience or gear needed for your first class at most Pittsburgh gyms.