Jiu Jitsu
Open
House
in Sherman Oaks
Sat, Nov 14
Starts at 1:00 PM
ALL ADULTS WELCOME. ZERO EXPERIENCE NEEDED.
3 free beginner classes
Day 1 Jiu Jitsu
(zero experience)2–3 PM
Fundamental Jiu Jitsu
(our custom curriculum)3:45–4:45 PM
Women's Only: Intro Jiu Jitsu
(self defense for women)5:30–6:30 PM
Meet our team, tour the academy, learn about our programs, enjoy food & drink, giveaways, & more.
3 free beginner classes, a tour of the academy, food & drink, giveaways and a chance to meet our team. All adults welcome. Zero experience needed.
RSVP for freeA look inside New Ground
How the day runs
Come for 1 class or stay for all 3. Doors open at 1 PM, and the academy stays open between classes for tours, questions, food and drink.
Doors open
Check in at the front desk, meet our team, tour the academy and grab something to eat and drink.
Class 1 · Day 1 Jiu Jitsu
(zero experience) Your very first class.
Class 2 · Fundamental Jiu Jitsu
(our custom curriculum) The way new members learn it.
Class 3 · Women's Only: Intro Jiu Jitsu
(self defense for women) Taught in a women-only class.
Pick your class
Every class is built for beginners. Nobody is thrown into a round, and you go at your own pace.
Class 1 · 2:00–3:00 PM
Day 1 Jiu Jitsu
(zero experience)
Never stepped on a mat? Start here. You'll learn how a class runs, how to move safely on the ground and your first positions, then drill them with a partner at an easy pace.
RSVP for Class 1Class 2 · 3:45–4:45 PM
Fundamental Jiu Jitsu
(our custom curriculum)
A real class from the curriculum we built for new members: 1 position, broken into simple steps, drilled with a partner. Great right after Class 1, or if you've trained a little before.
RSVP for Class 2Class 3 · 5:30–6:30 PM
Women's Only: Intro Jiu Jitsu
(self defense for women)
A women-only class. Learn how to stay calm under pressure, get out from underneath someone bigger and get back to your feet. No experience needed.
RSVP for Class 3What else is happening
- 01
Meet our team
Talk to the coaches who teach every day, and ask anything.
- 02
Tour the academy
See the mats, the changing rooms with showers and the front desk where you check in.
- 03
Learn about our programs
The First 30, the Zero to Beginner course and kids classes, explained in person.
- 04
Enjoy food & drink
Snacks and drinks all day.
- 05
Giveaways, & more
New Ground giveaways during the day.
4 steps to get ready
Step 1
RSVP
RSVP for each class you want to take, so we know how many people to expect.
Step 2
Sign the waiver
Takes 2 minutes on your phone. Choose "Event" as your reason for visiting.
Sign the waiverStep 3
Dress to move
Athletic shorts or leggings with no pockets or zippers, a t-shirt or rashguard, and a water bottle.
Step 4
Check in at the front desk
Come in 10 minutes early and check in at the front desk. Tell whoever's there it's your first class.
Save your spot.
It's free.
Saturday, November 14 at New Ground Jiu Jitsu. Pick the class you want, or RSVP for all 3.
Want to keep going after the open house?
The First 30 is $100: 2 classes a week for 30 days, plus a free New Ground rashguard. You start in Fundamentals next to other beginners.
$100 credit on your account once you've made all 8 — spend it on your first month, a private lesson, or gear.
No contract. No refunds. Want more structure? Our 6-week Zero to Beginner course is the guided way in.
4617 Van Nuys Blvd, Suite B
Sherman Oaks, right off the 101. We're next to Hot Wings Cafe, across the street from Gelson's and Starbucks.
- Parking
- Our small lot behind the building fills fast. Free street parking is 1 block behind us, a couple of minutes' walk. Metered spots are close by.
- Arrive
- 10 minutes before your class.
Questions about the open house
Is it really free?
Yes. The classes, the tour, the food and drink are all free. There's nothing to buy and nothing to sign up for on the day.
I've never done jiu jitsu. Is this for me?
Yes. Class 1, Day 1 Jiu Jitsu, is built for people with zero experience. Nobody is thrown into a round.
Can I take more than 1 class?
Yes. Come for 1 class or stay for all 3. RSVP for each class you want to take.
Who can come to the Women's Only class?
Women 18+. It's a women-only class focused on self defense, and no experience is needed.
What should I wear?
Athletic shorts or leggings with no pockets or zippers, and a t-shirt or rashguard. Train barefoot on the mat. Bring water.
Is it gi or no-gi?
No-gi only. You train No-Gi BJJ in regular athletic clothes. No kimono needed.
Can I bring a friend?
Yes, please do. Have them RSVP too so we know how many people to expect.
Can I just come for the tour?
Yes. Doors open at 1 PM. Come meet the team, look around and ask questions, whether or not you take a class.
Where do I park?
Our small lot behind the building fills fast. Free street parking is 1 block behind us, a couple of minutes' walk, and there are metered spots close by.
Jiu Jitsu
See you
on the mat
Saturday, November 14 · Starts at 1 PM
Questions? Text or call the front desk at (818) 538-4989.
New Ground Jiu Jitsu · 4617 Van Nuys Blvd, Suite B, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403