Technique over profit.
We are Seattle’s nonprofit jiu-jitsu gym.
Mission
Midnight Jiu-Jitsu Club is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit gym in Seattle, Washington dedicated to training the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for the purposes of personal fulfillment, community, and sport.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Contact UsDo you offer a free trial?
Yep! We offer a week free to make sure we’re the right fit. If you'd like to keep training with us after that week, we ask that you join as a member.
Do you offer beginner classes?
We do not currently offer beginner-specific classes, and instead focus on all-levels classes, in which complete beginners are welcome and usually paired with an upper belt. While we understand that stepping on the mat with experienced practitioners can feel intimidating to beginners, our philosophy is that it's simply safer and a better learning experience for beginners to practice with someone who already knows jiu-jitsu.
Can I drop in? How much does it cost?
Out-of-town visitors are welcome to train for no cost with a prior appointment. The ability to book a particular class will close several hours before the class begins. We generally don’t do same-day drop-ins, so please book early. Space is limited—if the class is not available to book, please choose another class.
In order to save time, before arriving at the gym, please:
- Book a day to come by via our schedule,
- Sign our participation waiver, and
- Review our gym rules.
Unfortunately, we cannot provide loaner gear, so please bring your own gear to come train (whatever color gi you like is fine).
What are classes like?
Classes typically consist of 10-15 minutes of warm-up (usually movement drills with a partner), followed by about 30-45 minutes of technique instruction and drilling, and then an hour of specific, positional, and/or free sparring.
What should I do before my first class? What should I wear?
We’re glad you want to get on the mats! Your first visit is by appointment only. The ability to book a particular class will close several hours before the class begins. We generally don’t do same-day drop-ins, so please book early. Space is limited—if the class is not available to book, please choose another class.
In order to save time, before arriving at the gym, please:
- Book a day to come by via our schedule,
- Sign our participation waiver, and
- Review our gym rules.
Aim to arrive 5-10 minutes before the start of class. Come with a clean body and trimmed fingernails and toenails (we allow GEL or SHELLAC nail polish ONLY to avoid permanently marking the mats). You’ll need to remove all jewelry, so make sure you have a place to keep it safe. We recommend wearing a dry-fit athletic shirt and require shorts or pants without zippers, pockets, or buttons (e.g., Rugby shorts or yoga pants). During your free trial, you do not need a gi to participate in the gi classes.
Do you offer children’s classes?
Not at this time. All participants must be at least 18 years old to get on the mats.
Am I too old or out of shape to train Jiu-Jitsu?
No! We have adults of all ages and walks of life on the mats. Doing jiu-jitsu itself is a great way to get in shape. Just come train.
Schedule
15 Mon
16 Tue
17 Wed
18 Thu
19 Fri
20 Sat
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15
Sunday
16
Monday
🥋 Gi Jiu-Jitsu
Gary Lapon🥋 Gi Jiu-Jitsu
Our evening all-levels classes are appropriate for both beginners and advanced students. We follow a broad curriculum with topics that rotate monthly.
These 120 minute classes typically consist of 60 minutes of instruction followed by 60 minutes of sparring (think of this as lecture followed by lab). Members may come or go at any time.
The instruction portion often consists of 10-15 minutes of warm-up (usually movement drills with a partner), followed by about 30-45 minutes of technique instruction (including drilling and specific training, such as games, situational sparring, or positional sparring).
Following the instruction portion of class, the remaining hour is usually dedicated to additional specific training and free sparring.
17
Tuesday
🤼♂️ No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu
Kyle Fritz🤼♂️ No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu
Our evening all-levels classes are appropriate for both beginners and advanced students. We follow a broad curriculum with topics that rotate monthly.
These 120 minute classes typically consist of 60 minutes of instruction followed by 60 minutes of sparring (think of this as lecture followed by lab). Members may come or go at any time.
The instruction portion often consists of 10-15 minutes of warm-up (usually movement drills with a partner), followed by about 30-45 minutes of technique instruction (including drilling and specific training, such as games, situational sparring, or positional sparring).
Following the instruction portion of class, the remaining hour is usually dedicated to additional specific training and free sparring.
18
Wednesday
🥋 Gi Jiu-Jitsu
Phillip Wong, Kyle Rasch🥋 Gi Jiu-Jitsu
Our evening all-levels classes are appropriate for both beginners and advanced students. We follow a broad curriculum with topics that rotate monthly.
These 120 minute classes typically consist of 60 minutes of instruction followed by 60 minutes of sparring (think of this as lecture followed by lab). Members may come or go at any time.
The instruction portion often consists of 10-15 minutes of warm-up (usually movement drills with a partner), followed by about 30-45 minutes of technique instruction (including drilling and specific training, such as games, situational sparring, or positional sparring).
Following the instruction portion of class, the remaining hour is usually dedicated to additional specific training and free sparring.
19
Thursday
🤼♂️ No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu
Aaron Martinez🤼♂️ No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu
Our evening all-levels classes are appropriate for both beginners and advanced students. We follow a broad curriculum with topics that rotate monthly.
These 120 minute classes typically consist of 60 minutes of instruction followed by 60 minutes of sparring (think of this as lecture followed by lab). Members may come or go at any time.
The instruction portion often consists of 10-15 minutes of warm-up (usually movement drills with a partner), followed by about 30-45 minutes of technique instruction (including drilling and specific training, such as games, situational sparring, or positional sparring).
Following the instruction portion of class, the remaining hour is usually dedicated to additional specific training and free sparring.
20
Friday
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