Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Kids & Adults in Closter, NJ
Learn from highly experienced black-belt professors at a welcoming academy focused on building skill, confidence, discipline, and lifelong growth.
Jiu Jitsu for Every Stage
Whether you're looking for a positive activity for your child, a new challenge for yourself, practical self-defense skills, or personalized instruction, Horizon offers programs designed to help every student learn, grow, and progress.
Kids Jiu Jitsu
Build confidence, discipline, focus, and practical skills in a structured, supportive environment that keeps kids learning and engaged.
Adult Jiu Jitsu
Improve your fitness, learn effective Jiu Jitsu, challenge yourself, and develop skills at your own pace, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner.
Women’s Self Defense
Learn practical techniques, build confidence, and feel more comfortable handling real-world situations in a welcoming, supportive setting.
Private Lessons
Get focused, one-on-one instruction tailored to your experience, goals, and areas for improvement.
We Teach More Than Jiu Jitsu
Jiu Jitsu develops skills that reach far beyond the mat. Through consistent training, students learn how to stay focused, work through challenges, build confidence, and keep improving over time.
Confidence
Gain comfort in unfamiliar situations and trust in your ability to respond under pressure.
Fitness
Improve strength, coordination, mobility, and overall physical conditioning.
Discipline
Build focus, consistency, patience, and habits that carry into everyday life.
Practical Skills
Develop effective Jiu Jitsu and self-defense skills through hands-on training.
Resilience
Learn how to work through setbacks, solve problems, and keep moving forward.
Personal Growth
Set goals, measure progress, and continually challenge yourself to improve.
Why Train at Horizon?
Horizon combines experienced instruction, structured development, and a welcoming environment to help students build strong fundamentals and continue progressing over time.
High-Level Technical Instruction
Develop a strong foundation through detailed, proven instruction that helps you understand not just what to do, but why it works.
Structured Development
Progress through training designed to build skills step by step, whether you are brand new or already experienced.
A Welcoming Environment
Train in a supportive academy where students of different ages, backgrounds, and experience levels can feel comfortable learning.
Focused on the Student
Receive coaching from professors who care about your progress, confidence, and long-term development, not just what happens during class.
Meet Your Professors
Professor Fabio Coelho
With more than 30 years of Jiu Jitsu experience, Fabio brings deep technical knowledge, extensive teaching experience, and a passion for helping students at every level improve.
Professor Mathaus Moreira
With more than 18 years of Jiu Jitsu experience, Mathaus combines high-level instruction with a strong background in developing both youth and adult students.
Find a Class That Fits Your Schedule
With classes throughout the week for kids and adults, Horizon makes it easier to build Jiu Jitsu into your routine.
Morning Classes
Adult classes start as early as 7:00 AM on select weekdays.
Midday Classes
Adult classes are available between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM during the week.
Afternoon Kids Classes
Kids classes begin at 4:00 PM, with separate age groups for younger and older students.
Evenings & Weekends
Adult classes begin at 6:30 PM on weekday evenings, with additional kids and adult classes available on Saturdays and Sundays.
What Students & Parents Say
“My daughter trained under Coach Mathaus at his previous gym. He’s great with kids — keeps a big group disciplined and engaged while still making it fun, and really helped build her confidence since she’s on the quieter side.”
Jan Harri
“Professor Fabio is really amazing. He has a good understanding and method for teaching and a life long experience in Ju jitsu. You can’t get a better experience straight from Brazil, the home of Jiu Jitsu.”
Carmen Gheorghiu
“Mathaus and Fabio are two of the best instructors I’ve met. They are amazing with kids and world-class teachers for adults! I highly recommend to anybody at any level who wants to train Jiu Jitsu from beginners to advanced!”
Nicholas Koury
Conveniently Located in Closter, NJ
Horizon Jiu Jitsu Academy is located in Closter, with easy access for students and families throughout Northern Bergen County.
We’re conveniently located for residents of Closter, Demarest, Haworth, Harrington Park, Norwood, Alpine, and surrounding communities.
91 Ruckman Road, Closter, NJ
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Experience Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in a welcoming environment with experienced black belt professors who are committed to helping every student learn, grow, and build confidence.
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