BJJ in NYC: is Josh Griffiths and Studio X the answer?

Ok, I've read the dirty laundry. But I'm not interested in the drama (at least now that I've read all about it). I'm interested in quality bjj instruction that fits my schedule and Studio X's does, plus the gym looks pretty sweet.

I ask those who are in the know: What is the quality of the instruction? In all honest...bs, moral judgements, and character issues aside.

 

Couldn't you just take a trial class? That would probably be better than a bunch of biased replies from internet pseudonyms.

 

(just go across the street)

 

I am d-bag.

 

fighthouse? didn't you or one of the others say on here somewhere that your teacher is leaving soon because his visa expires?

Nonetheless, I'm probably going to go check it (fighthouse) out some time next week.

 

That seemed like a harsh response! I know you're from NY but no need to be THAT much of a prick when all he did was offer advice (that YOU asked for)

 

he's undecided, but won't be going until next year anyway. go take a trial @ both and i would love to see a review thread on them.

 

fine idea. I'm also checking out renzo's and camp undefeated.

 

scrote, tone is hard to judge on message boards. I mistakenly thought the post was condescending. my mistake. my apologies to farnsworth.

 

MWF are the real classes (Fridays no gi). T Th are technique classes. I guess u should come to one of the MWF classes to get a real feel for it.

 

do I just show up in my spandex with 15 bucks? the lady who answered the phone was very abrupt and hung up on me to take the next call before I could ask her about making an appointment.

 

yea pretty much, just have to sign a waiver.

 

Dude, who are you? I train there as well. Him leaving is news to me!

 

Lol, there are no appointments and no spandex please!

 

If you wear spandex they waive the $15 fee

 

There are a lot of good schools in Manhattan.

RGA, Machado, Alliance, Ronin, Fighthouse, etc.

Check out ALL of them. That's what I did, and I couldn't be happier with my decision.

 

No big deal. Thanks for the apology though.

 

I go to nyc studio x it's perfect for me. I took the trial and instantly loved it. Everyone treats me like I'm part of the family. The instructions are of top quality and josh is the man.

 

What are the fees over there?

 

Also, does anyone at the school other than josh..students I mean...compete in bjj or grappling?