Our Jiu Jitsu classes are thoughtfully designed to deliver results for everyone, from absolute beginners to seasoned practitioners.
With a focus on both your mental and physical growth, our teaching methods help our students excel on the mats and in life
Build confidence, resilience, and a sense of accomplishment that translates into success in your career, personal relationships, and beyond.
Experience our unique contrast therapy circuit, and you'll leave feeling invigorated, relaxed and relieved from pain.
Our year round outdoor bathhouse provides the perfect balance of hot and cold for your physical and mental needs.
ZEN JIU JITSU
INTRO TO JIU JITSU
"Benefits of Training Jiu Jitsu from on to off the mats"
INTRO TO JIU JITSU is designed specifically for beginners and those new to Jiu Jitsu, this class offers a welcoming and supportive environment to learn the fundamentals of this dynamic martial art.
Our experienced instructors will guide you through essential techniques, including basic movements, defensive strategies, and introductory submissions.
This class aims to build your confidence, improve your fitness, and enhance your self-defense skills.
Our approach to Jiu-Jitsu is about building a lifestyle aligned with overall wellness, suitable for everyone: kids, adults, men, and women.
Zen Jiu Jitsu emphasizes mindful movement, combining physical and mental strategies that support personal growth in all aspects of life (health, career, relationships, and overall wellness).
Join us and experience the benefits of Zen Jiu Jitsu our Wellness Garden!
ZEN GARDEN
an Outdoor Bathhouse
Cold Water Therapy
Experience a new level of wellness in our Zen Garden, where we offer cold water therapy to help you achieve your health goals.
Our cryotherapy sessions involve immersing yourself in an ice bath or cold plunge, which has been linked to numerous benefits for both physical and mental well-being.
Our expert staff will guide you through the process and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
Heat Therapy
At Zen Jiu Jitsu & Wellness, we believe in using heat therapy to promote relaxation and stimulate various physiological responses.
Our modality of choice is infrared saunas, which use heat to penetrate deeper into the skin to increase circulation and oxygenation. Our hot baths provide a similar effect, using hot water to relax muscles and joints, ease tension, and soothe the mind.
We are committed to providing a space where you can unwind, relax, and rejuvenate your mind and body.
ZEN FLEX
Barbell Flex Session offers private/semi-private strength training session to help you achieve your strength goals.
This efficient and effective workout focuses the use of barbells, weights, and correct form to provide a safe and fun strength building experience.
Each session focuses on building power, improving coordination, and reducing the time dedicated in the gym through focusing lifts on 3-4 core movements (Squats, Presses, and Deadlifts. Designed for all fitness levels, Zen Flex encourages you to push your limits in a supportive and motivating environment.
ZEN JIU JITSU INSTRUCTORS
Jiu Jitsu Professor and Youth Instructor
Mark Lim
Outside of his career as an IT Executive, Mark Lim is an experienced Jiu-Jitsu instructor who has accumulated years of experience in training, teaching, and competing since 2009. Mark practices a strategic style of Jiu-Jitsu focused on foundational techniques, longevity, and overall health. His instructional principles involve an ecological approach to learning, utilizing kinesthetic, positional, and resistance-based drilling techniques.
Mark earned his Blackbelt under Matheus Lutes of Royal Jiu Jitsu, a distinguished blackbelt from Marcelo Garcia's lineage. Mark has won a Master Worlds... read more
Alex Vargas
Jiu Jitsu and Movement Coach
Alex is a dedicated practitioner, coach, and mentor at Zen Jiu Jitsu & Wellness, bringing a wealth of experience in martial arts and fitness.
With over 20 years of combined Jiu Jitsu and Wrestling experience, including Division 1 Collegiate Wrestling at the University of Maryland, Alex brings a well-rounded approach to training.
Beyond the mats, Alex spent years as a licensed captain running his own boat charter business and operating a water sports camp for kids, giving him valuable experience in working with children, building confidence, and creating safe, structured learning environments.
Johnny Vegas
Jiu Jitsu and Ecological Approach Coach
With over 15 years of training and nearly a decade of coaching experience, Johnny Vegas brings a unique perspective to the mat, grounded in an ecological approach to learning. Utilizing the Constrained Learning Approach (CLA) and its four principles, Coach Johnny focuses on fostering skill acquisition through direct, experiential learning. This methodology not only enhances technical proficiency but also cultivates intrinsic knowledge and adaptability in practitioners. Coach Johnny’s passion lies in guiding students to discover their own paths to mastery, ensuring they develop both skill and insight in their grappling journey.
He has a “Keep it real!” attitude that is approachable for all levels.
Ben Ciampa
Jiu Jitsu Coach and Youth Instructor
Ben began training Jiu Jitsu six years ago in Mesa, Arizona. A recent transplant to Long Island, he holds a purple belt and trains under Mark Lim. Ben’s teaching focuses on mastering the fundamental techniques and concepts of Jiu Jitsu. In addition to the physical benefit, Ben values the mental and character-building aspects of Jiu Jitsu, applying the principles of leverage, patience, and perseverance to navigate challenges in life, on and off the mat.
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Shea Manzo
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Shea is a strength and conditioning coach with over six years of experience, a background in college rugby and football, and a current competitive career in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
At Zen Jiu Jitsu & Wellness, Shea brings that experience into his coaching. His sessions are all about building real, functional strength—not just to boost performance, but to help you move better, avoid injuries, and feel solid both on the mats and in everyday life.
No matter where you’re starting from, Shea’s got a plan for you. Whether you’re a young athlete looking to take your performance to the next level, or someone a little older who just wants to get stronger, stay mobile, and bulletproof your body from injury—he’ll meet you where you’re at and guide you every step of the way.
His style is supportive, high-energy, and focused on long-term progress that actually sticks. Expect to be challenged, learn a ton, and leave every session feeling better than when you walked in.
Hours of Operation
By Appointment Only
Monday: 6am - 8pm (Subscription Members Priority 12p - 3p)
Tuesday: 8am - 8pm (Closed 12p - 3p)
Wednesday: 6am - 8pm (Closed 12p - 3p)
Thursday: 8am-12pm & 3pm-8pm (Closed 12p - 3p)
Friday: 6am - 8pm (Subscription Members Priority 9a - 4p)
Saturday: 8am - 4:00pm
Sunday: 7am - 4:00pm