Renzo Gracie Academy
224 W 30th St, New York, NY 10001, New York, New York
Established 1996
Classes & Programs
Class Types
- Boxing
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- MMA
- Muay Thai
- Wrestling
Age Groups
- Adults
- Kids
Skill Levels
- Advanced
- All Levels
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Pricing
Per Class
USD 40
Drop-in BJJ class rate
Additional Fees:
- Gi Rental: USD 10
Highlights & Considerations
Highlights
- Friendly and welcoming staff
- Clean and spacious facility
- Well-stocked mats and equipment
- Convenient Midtown NYC location
- World-class instructors
- Supportive and respectful training partners
- Family-friendly atmosphere
- Air-conditioned training areas
- Gi rental available
Considerations
- Some immature instructors in kids classes
- Limited Muay Thai schedule options
- High cost of membership and drop-ins
- Basement can be hot, humid, and smelly
- Occasional instructor unprofessionalism
- No on-site parking
Testimonials
Rating Distribution
50 reviews
5 stars
47
4 stars
1
3 stars
1
2 stars
0
1 star
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Excellent
"This is the HQ of Team Renzo Gracie, and has been at the forefront of the BJJ scene in NYC since the 1990’s. This is the location of the famous “blue basement” where that created many world-class instructors, and MMA and BJJ world champions. With three floors, they offer gi and no-gi BJJ, Muay Thai,..." Read more
- Carl Massaro
via Google
4/27/2025
Excellent
"My drop-in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) training at Renzo Gracie (RG) in Midtown NYC was such a positive experience. As I'm still at the beginning of my BJJ journey, I needed a fundamentals class and RG had the perfect fit. From Yuri's easy processing at the front desk, to Prof. Bridget's engaging ins..." Read more
- Alex Bamiagis
via Google
3/30/2025
Excellent
"I stopped in for the Saturday class and it was very welcoming. I will admit these guys are tough rolls but that’s what you want if you want to get better. I will definitely be back. I am a member of Daniel Gracie Philly and I will say the hospitality runs in the family."
- Christopher Sawicki
via Google
3/29/2025
4.7
(207 reviews)
Business Hours
- Monday: 7AM-9PM
- Tuesday: 7AM-9PM
- Wednesday: 7AM-9PM
- Thursday: 7AM-9PM
- Friday: 7AM-9PM
- Saturday: 9:30AM-1:30PM
- Sunday: 9AM-12PM
Instructors
Renzo Gracie
Professor
John Danaher
Professor
Offers a one-of-a-kind approach to learning the art
Bridget
Professor
Engaging instruction in fundamentals
PJ
Coach
Elijah
Instructor
Supportive and patient Muay Thai teacher
Mark
Coach
Mateo
Coach
Robson Gracie
Professor
George
Black Belt
Location
Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Clean facilities
- Gi rental service
- Lockers
- Multiple training floors
- Showers
- Spacious mat areas