Fundamental Jiujitsu LLC is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym in Glenside, PA, described as a gem and a great, community-oriented place. It is a vibrant and close-knit community that welcomes members of all ages, from kids to adults, including beginners and practitioners from a wide range of age groups. The atmosphere is welcoming, friendly, safe, comfortable, and clean. The gym is non-competitive and focused on getting better together. The kids program, for ages 5 to 12, uses a fun and engaging games-based skills approach. Parents note their children gain confidence, discipline, and athleticism. The adult program features a modern curriculum with a conceptual and constraint-based training approach that provides instant feedback from day one. Training sessions are fun and optimized, with excellent partners. Instructors are passionate, knowledgeable, and skilled, each bringing a unique angle to the art. The community is invested and will respect boundaries while challenging students to be better athletes. It is a perfect place for total martial arts newcomers to build strength and confidence, both mentally and physically. Visitors from out of town also find it an excellent place to train and receive hospitality.
Excellent training and facility. Very welcoming and educational. Highly recommend.
January 2026
I dropped in to Joe’s no-gi class and had a great time here. The class itself was games-based and I walked away with improved slx.
Everyone was very welcoming and there was a nice variety in training partners. Would visit again!
April 2025
I'm a member of Berzin BJJ where I train regularly but I drop into Fundamental sometimes to roll with new training partners. Joe and his team of instructors have been so welcoming. Really appreciate it!
