Two adult students grappling during no-gi jiu jitsu class at Lucid Jiu Jitsu in Hewlett NY

Adult Jiu Jitsu

Build technique, confidence, and mental toughness through no-gi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Classes for all experience levels.

Instructor demonstrating wrist control technique during adult jiu jitsu class at Lucid Jiu Jitsu

Technical Jiu Jitsu for Every Level

Our adult program is built around no-gi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — a grappling discipline that prizes leverage, timing, and intelligent movement over raw athleticism. Whether you've never stepped on a mat or you're returning with years of experience, the curriculum meets you where you are.

We follow a structured progression from foundational principles all the way through advanced competition concepts, giving every student a clear path from white to black belt. Every class is taught with intention, building on what came before and preparing you for what comes next.

  • Positional control — guard, passing, pins, and back control
  • Submissions — chokes, arm locks, leg locks, and their setups
  • Escapes & defense — building a reliable bottom game
  • Transitions & scrambles — staying composed when positions break down
Adult jiu jitsu student maintaining ground control position during live rolling at Lucid Jiu Jitsu

Physical & Mental Transformation

Jiu Jitsu is one of the most complete physical pursuits you can undertake as an adult. A single class challenges your cardiovascular system, builds functional strength, and demands the kind of full-body coordination that no machine in a gym can replicate.

The mental payoff is equally significant. Regular training sharpens focus, reduces anxiety, and gives you a practical framework for managing pressure — on the mat and off it. The academy becomes a place where the noise of the day disappears and the only thing that matters is the problem directly in front of you.

  • Full-body conditioning — strength, endurance, and mobility
  • Problem-solving under pressure — think clearly when it counts
  • Stress relief & mental clarity — reset completely after every session
  • Community & accountability — train alongside people who push you forward
Adult student solo drilling jiu jitsu movements on the mat at Lucid Jiu Jitsu Hewlett NY

What to Expect in Class

Every class follows a deliberate structure designed to maximize learning and build the right habits. New students are always welcomed and guided — there is no assumption of prior experience, and no one is thrown in without context.

Class time runs approximately 60 to 75 minutes. The format stays consistent so students always know what to expect, while the technique focus rotates through a structured curriculum that covers every area of the game over time.

  • Warm-up & movement drills — prepare the body and sharpen reflexes
  • Technique demonstration & drilling — learn and rep the day's focus
  • Positional sparring — apply technique in constrained, guided live reps
  • Live rolling rounds — free sparring to test and explore your game

Ready to Step on the Mat?

Your first class is completely free. No experience required — just show up and get started.