Maverick Martial Arts: jiu jitsu classes in Joo Chiat

In our words

A Joo Chiat BJJ gym with early-morning no-gi, evening gi and no-gi classes, gi fundamentals for newer students and a kids and teens programme.

Classes and schedule

No-gi at 8am Tuesday to Friday, gi and no-gi classes at 7pm and 8pm Monday to Thursday, gi fundamentals on Friday at 7pm and Saturday late morning, and a members-only open mat on Saturdays. Kids (4 to 13) and teens classes on a separate timetable.

See the full timetable on the gym’s website (last checked 23 Oct 2026)

Open mat: Saturdays 12.45pm to 2pm (members only)

Starting out

The gym says it runs beginner or fundamentals classes. Trial class: offered, price not published. Adult trial needs a refundable S$20 deposit; kids trial terms not stated.

Instructors

Chris
Elgin
Grace
Ed
Sonny

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