Kids Program

At Otherworld Jiu Jitsu, our Kids Program teaches real jiu jitsu—built on the same techniques and concepts we use in our adult classes. We believe young students are fully capable of learning the fundamentals of modern grappling, and we treat their development with the same care and structure.

We offer both gi and no-gi classes for kids, giving them a complete foundation in the sport. From the start, they’re exposed to the core positions, guard work, and passing systems that define effective jiu jitsu—regardless of uniform.

A key part of our kids’ curriculum is practical self-defense. Students learn how to stay calm and protect themselves in real-world situations using control and technique—not strength or aggression. They practice how to manage distance, escape safely, and use leverage to neutralize larger opponents, building real confidence that extends beyond the mats.

Classes combine drilling, live positional training, and supervised sparring to help kids build confidence, coordination, and physical literacy. Just like our adults, they learn through movement and experience—not memorization.

Beyond technique, we place a strong emphasis on being a good athlete: showing up prepared, taking training seriously, and treating partners with respect. Kids are encouraged to be honest, take ownership of their growth, and approach challenges with discipline and focus. Ultimately, our goal is to be the best BJJ school for kids and adults in Trenton, Ewing, Lawrence, and Hamilton.

The result is a program that helps young grapplers grow not just in skill, but in character—on and off the mats.

Adult Gi

AAt Otherworld Jiu Jitsu, our Adult Gi Program takes a modern, principle-driven approach to learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Whether you’re stepping on the mats for the first time or returning with experience, our goal is to help you build a real, functional understanding of the art—developing technique, awareness, and confidence that work in both training and self-defense.

We teach through a state-based drilling method, so instead of memorizing endless techniques, you’ll learn how to think and react under pressure. Every position and transition is taught with purpose, giving you the ability to make smart decisions and stay composed in any grappling exchange.

Each class includes live situational training, where students apply concepts in realistic, focused scenarios. This bridges the gap between drilling and sparring and builds the timing, control, and composure that define effective jiu jitsu.

We also include open sparring, allowing you to test what you’ve learned, refine your timing, and gain experience with different partners and styles. It’s where progress truly takes shape—developing adaptability, confidence, and resilience on the mat.

Our curriculum puts a strong focus on both open guard and guard passing, helping you understand how to control distance, manage angles, and move efficiently. The result is a complete grappling foundation that favors technique over strength, strategy over force.

Whether your goals are fitness, self-defense, or competition, our Adult Gi Jiu Jitsu classes in Hamilton, NJ offer a structured, welcoming environment to grow your skills and sharpen your mindset.

Adult Nogi

At Otherworld Jiu Jitsu, our No-Gi Program follows the same modern, structured approach as our gi classes—rooted in clear concepts, situational awareness, and intelligent training design. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced grappler, this program gives you the tools to develop a technical, adaptable game in the fast-paced world of no-gi.

Like our gi curriculum, the no-gi program is built around a state-based method of learning. Instead of isolated techniques, we focus on training from specific positions and transitions that you'll encounter in live rolling. This helps students build a practical understanding of how to navigate real grappling scenarios with clarity and purpose.

Each session includes live situational training, allowing students to sharpen reactions and decision-making under realistic conditions. By focusing on particular positions—like passing from half guard or escaping leg entanglements—you develop skill sets that transfer directly to full sparring.

We also dedicate time to open sparring, where students can apply what they've learned, test new ideas, and build their timing against a wide range of training partners. This open mat time is essential for putting the pieces together and developing confidence under pressure.

Our no-gi curriculum features a strong emphasis on leglock systems, which we teach to all levels with a focus on safety, control, and conceptual understanding. We believe that lower-body attacks are an essential part of modern grappling, and we work to demystify them so every student can develop comfort in these positions—offensively and defensively.