Ages 5–7
Little Lions Kids BJJ
Age-appropriate foundations that build listening skills, coordination, respect, confidence, and healthy movement habits.
Denville Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Build
confidence
through Jiu-Jitsu.
Beginner-friendly martial arts programs for children, teens, adults, and women in a welcoming, high-energy environment centered on fitness, discipline, self-defense, and community.
Beginner Friendly
Kids and Adults
Self-Defense
Supportive Community
4.7★
Member rating
20+ Years
Serving Morris County
All Ages
Kids, teens, adults, women
56 Broadway
Denville, New Jersey
No Experience Needed
Your first class is easy
No Experience Needed
Your first class is easy
Welcome to Renzo Gracie Denville
Denville’s premium martial arts facility for all ages.
Our priority is to understand your goals and help you or your child become stronger, more confident, and more capable in a fun, welcoming environment.
The academy is owned and operated by Renzo Gracie black belts Professor George Sernack and Professor Vinnie Bruzzese.
Professional instruction with clear, structured progression.
A clean, safe, and supportive academy for beginners and experienced students.
Programs for children, teens, adults, women, and families.
Our Programs
Find the right path for your goals.
Every program follows the same promise: expert coaching, clear progression, a welcoming culture, and skills that extend beyond the mats.
Ages 8–11
Warrior Kids BJJ
Structured BJJ training that strengthens discipline, confidence, fitness, resilience, and practical self-defense awareness.
Ages 12–15
Teens BJJ
Teen-focused training for confidence, self-respect, judgment, fitness, discipline, resilience, and healthy friendships.
Ages 16+
Adults BJJ
A challenging, welcoming path to fitness, self-defense, technical skill, mental discipline, and lasting community.
Women’s Program
Women’s Only BJJ
A supportive women-focused environment for practical self-defense, fitness, confidence, technical growth, and community.
Ages 4–14
Birthday Parties
A high-energy martial arts-themed birthday experience with professional supervision, activities, setup, and cleanup.
Why Jiu-Jitsu?
Train the body. Sharpen the mind. Build confidence.
Practical Self-Defense
Strength and Fitness
Focus and Discipline
Supportive Community
Your First Class
Starting is simpler than you think.
Meet the team, explore the academy, and experience a beginner-friendly class before making a decision.
Choose a Program
Select the age group or program that best matches your goals.
Book the Trial
Request current availability, schedule, pricing, and first-class guidance.
Step on the Mats
Join a welcoming class and discover what makes the academy different.
Academy Hours
Train on a schedule that fits your life.
Current class times and program availability are confirmed by the academy team.
Monday – Friday
10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Saturday – Sunday
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Need Current Class Times?
Use the schedule page or contact the team to find the best class for your program.
Current Academy Promotion
Train, grow, and thrive this summer.
The previous website currently features a three-month adult and kids BJJ summer special. Contact the academy to confirm availability, eligibility, and current terms.
Member Reviews
See what our community says.
★★★★★
“Amazing place. Some of the nicest people you ever want to meet. Highly recommend training there.”
Mike Plunkett
★★★★★
“Amazing academy with world class instructors and a large group of great training partners.”
George Handler
★★★★★
“Renzo Gracie Denville is one of the best places in NJ to learn BJJ. True professionals, a friendly environment, and a lot of knowledge.”
Sotirios Steniotis
Communities We Serve
High-quality martial arts around Denville.
Denville, NJ
Mountain Lakes, NJ
Boonton, NJ
Rockaway, NJ
Montville, NJ
Morristown, NJ
Morris Plains, NJ
Parsippany, NJ
Randolph, NJ
Questions
New to Jiu-Jitsu? Start here.
Clear answers make it easier to take the first step.
Your strongest chapter can start today.
Meet the team, experience the academy, and discover the right program with a beginner-friendly trial.