Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Classes in Binghamton, NY
BJJ Beginner's Guide | Broome County Martial Arts
“Jiu-Jitsu is the gentle art. It’s the art where a small man is going to prove to you, no matter how strong you are, no matter how mad you get, that you’re going to have to accept defeat. Thats what Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is.”
-Saulo Ribeiro
REAL SKILLS. REAL EXPERIENCE. ALL LEVELS WELCOME.
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Learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu from a coaching team led by UFC veteran Tamdan "The Barn Cat" McCrory at Broome County Martial Arts.
Whether you're stepping onto the mats for the first time, looking to get in shape, learning practical self-defense, or pursuing competition, our BJJ classes will help you develop the skills and confidence to reach your goals.
Beginners Welcome • No Experience Necessary • No Competition Required
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YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE A FIGHTER TO LEARN FROM ONE.
There's a difference between knowing how a technique works and knowing how to make it work.
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At Broome County Martial Arts, our instruction comes from real experience—years of training, competing, and coaching at the highest levels of combat sports.
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Led by UFC and Bellator MMA veteran Tamdan McCrory, our team brings that experience to everyday people looking to challenge themselves, learn something valuable, and become more capable.
You don't have to compete. You don't have to be an athlete. You don't even have to be in shape.
You just have to be willing to start.
WHAT IS BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a grappling-based martial art that uses leverage, positioning, and technique to control an opponent and apply submissions.
Unlike striking-based martial arts, BJJ focuses primarily on takedowns, escapes, ground control, joint locks, and submission holds.
It's a challenging and rewarding way to learn practical self-defense while developing physical fitness, problem-solving skills, and confidence.
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At BCMA, we teach BJJ in a structured, supportive environment where beginners can learn alongside experienced practitioners.
MORE THAN JUST A MARTIAL ART.
Here's what you'll gain from training BJJ at BCMA:
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Practical Self-Defense
Learn how to manage distance, escape dangerous positions, control an opponent, and protect yourself using leverage and technique.
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Strength & Conditioning
Develop functional strength, endurance, mobility, and coordination through training that challenges both your body and mind.
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Confidence Under Pressure
Learn to stay composed, solve problems, and make decisions while working against resistance in a controlled training environment.
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Expert Coaching
Benefit from the firsthand experience of coaches who understand how techniques work against skilled, resisting opponents—and how to teach those skills to beginners.
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A Community That Pushes You Forward
Train with people from different backgrounds who share a commitment to learning, improving, and supporting one another.
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Progress at Your Own Pace
Whether you're interested in fitness, self-defense, recreation, or competition, our coaches help you work toward your individual goals.
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REAL TRAINING. REAL PROGRESS. REAL CONFIDENCE.
