True Believer Jiu-Jitsu
The #1 Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Pittsburgh, PA
We Help People Become Experts at Self-Defense Using Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
CLASSES
Intro To Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
In this class, we teach the basic movements, concepts, goals, and techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Focused on self-defense, building confidence, and developing technical knowledge, these classes include a brief warm-up, technical instruction, and other drills designed to help students internalize the body mechanics behind the martial art.
There is no sparring in this class, as we help students build their confidence in a comfortable atmosphere as they begin their journey into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Fundamentals of Jiu-Jitsu
Building on the Intro to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class, we continue with instruction in the theory, principles, and goals of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, in addition to introducing other aspects of the sport, such as sparring and positional drilling.
Designed for all levels of skill and fitness, the Fundamentals of Jiu-Jitsu class helps students explore the core concepts and positions of the martial art.
For advanced students, this class includes sparring sessions and instruction in modern, competition-proven Jiu-Jitsu.
NoGi Grappling
At True Believer Jiu Jitsu, we aim to stay current with the newest techniques in all aspects of grappling.
Fast-paced and technical, our No Gi Grappling classes take place multiple times every week to train without the traditional kimono.
With a heavy emphasis on wrestling and the assimilation of modern submission techniques, our No Gi Grappling classes offer a different challenge for students of all skill levels.
Women’s Only Jiu Jitsu
The Women’s Only Jiu-Jitsu class epitomizes the culture at True Believer Jiu-Jitsu, where we provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for women to explore the fundamentals of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Starting with basic movement and and concepts of self-defense, this class then progresses into more advanced concepts of martial art. True Believer Jiu Jitsu also features a Women's competition team.
Intro to Competition
Our competition classes on Wednesday evenings are the heart of True Believer Jiu Jitsu. The first of the two classes is Intro to Competition, which encourages students to push themselves and find their path into competitive Jiu Jitsu.
Designed for white and blue belts, this class class covers basic strategy and competition-proven techniques in common competitive situations.
All-Levels Competition Training
Followed by our Intro to Competition class, the All-Levels Competition class brings together all aspects of our training throughout the week in order to prepare as a team for upcoming challenges.
During this training session, we cover advanced techniques and cover scenarios common to competition, in addition to sparring at an intensity that mirrors a tournament setting.
The All-Levels Competition class is our most intense training of the week, but it remains open and scaled to students of all levels. Come train with champions!
What Our Clients Say...
This place had nothing but a welcoming crowd of folks. I tried out the Intro to BJJ class from 6-7pm, and I can't wait to go back for day two of my training adventure. I highly recommend joining a class and coming to check it out for yourself. Listening to people talk about Jiu Jitsu online and in podcasts they always day it will change your life for the better and I can see how that is the case as there is only positive energy, like minded and goal oriented fellow students ready to pass along the happiness and knowledge!!!!! Amazing place
Adam Milka
Very friendly and welcoming environment! I would highly recommend them to anyone especially anyone who is brand new to jiu jitsu like I am. The women’s only class on Wednesday is such a great class!
Jessica Hulings
I have been training at True Believer for 2 years. The gym community is welcoming and friendly. I have been very fortunate to make close life-long friends and experience success in competition. The culture on the mats is serious about developing great technique while having fun. Students get individual attention from instructors. Competitive rolls for those looking to push themselves. Great space with clean mats. Whether your goal is to get in shape, improve your confidence, learn to defend yourself or compete at the highest level, True Believer has the instructors and training partners to help make it happen. I'd highly recommend anyone interested in martial arts or BJJ check out True Believer.
Andrew Demosthenous
