I cannot say enough wonderful things about this academy. I started training at this gym back in 2015. I was definitely nervous and intimidated in the beginning because it was all guys but Professor Mike and his team welcomed me, a young female, with open arms. He didn't make me feel like an outcast but instead took me into this inclusive environment and guided me to become the well rounded person I am today. This place has taught me discipline, respect and of course jiu jitsu. It's not just the physical aspect but a freeing mind set that I implore anyone , especially women to explore. This is a safe place with all different ages, cultures, and personalities where we can all just roll, learn , laugh and have a good time. read more

Codella Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy - Martial Arts Near Me - Staten Island, New York

It's not a bad place but at the end of the day they are there to make money. I got injured very very badly and no one seemed to care nor check up on me after I cancelled my subscription. Some camaraderie huh? They're nice people but remember it's a business at the end of the day. read more

This gym is phenomenal. It is extremely helpful for all skill levels and backgrounds. Everyone is so respectful, especially to beginners. If you show up, stay consistent, reflect on your training, and ask questions, coming to this gym will make you love the sport. read more

My son has been at Codella since he was 4 years old, he is almost 10! He has the pleasure of training at this fantastic academy, and I can't say enough good things about it. The instructors, who are also part of a great family, truly excel in working with young students. They not only teach jujitsu skills but also instill values of respect and leadership. It's a welcoming and supportive environment that I highly recommend to anyone interested in jujitsu. read more

Been with the Codella family for 8 years. They are genuine, good hearted people that care about the people that train at their academy. Mike Codella is the only Renzo Gracie Blackbelt running an academy on Staten Island at the the time of this review. He's a legit BJJ instructor that trains with all his students and has forgotten more about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu than many of these new schools are beginning to teach. Not to mention a great person and someone I look up to very much as all his students do. There's a reason Codella Academy has been the most successful BJJ Academy on Staten Island since 2004. read more

My 8 year old son started here a month ago and I am so happy I did. The coaches are great and Rita made the process amazing. Classes were so good that I had my niece sign up. Great classes and I can't wait to see what's to come. read more

My son Noor loves this academy. He is not a physical kid and has a fear of athletic competition type training but from the very first day he quickly changed his mind about BJJ and training. This school has such a friendly way of accepting new students and making them feel like they belong. My son wants to go every day now. Rita n Mike are awesome and respectful. Rita is also like a mother to all the students. I highly recommend this school. read more

Great gym, especially for beginners the coaches are very willing to help and teach when you are starting out. The atmosphere is great, everyone is welcoming. Highly recommend stopping in and checking out a class. read more

This place is horrible. They dont care about beginners. Instructor is a jerk and is barely there. These reviews are mostly nonsense. They aren't beginner friendly at all. I learned more from the other white belts than i did the instructor. Take your money elsewhere if your just starting out. I aint asking for my hand to be held just dont a be a jerk to people, this dude apparently saw me do a ton of things i wasn't supposed to do during open mats, instead of coming up to me to correct me. He just stood there with his buddy saying that death awaits me. Who says stuff like that. Alot of the white belts have no clue what they are doing and someone could seriously get hurt on open mats, i know i almost did because the guy i was sparring with had no idea what he was doing, but who would know because the jerk instructor is barely there. They also make you wear a small badly made gi you have to pay 250 dollars for when you could buy your own for half that price. Really toxic culture here too, people laughing at you while you spar, ugly fat dudes insulting you behind your back. Before i get accused of being a fake person im not, ive been to martial arts schools before this and this place has a ton of redflags. read more

The best school on Staten Island to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Mike Codella is a friendly trustworthy professional that takes the time to know each and everyone of his students and he really cares about you. You will not get any better training. This school is great with kids and adults, you can't do better then Codella Academy. read more

Codella is great. Who ever this Vlad guy that left a review, he's a F****** tool. Just look at his picture. You won't find another BJJ gym anywhere else in Staten Island. read more

If you live on Staten island and want to learn the best martial art in the world , you need to be here ... If you want your child to learn the best self defense in the world , you need to be here. See you soon. To add this place is extremely Veteran friendly and support all military, first responders and law enforcement to the max!!! read more

The guys & gals who train there are some of the friendliest people I've ever met. You truly feel like a family when you're there. They have classes for beginners to advanced as well as kid classes for all your little ones! I'd definitely recommend Codella Academy for anyone interested in training Jiu Jitsu on Staten Island & looking for a great environment to be around. read more

If you are looking for a martial arts school that isn't full of egos, self-pride and your prototypical "tough-guys" then this is the place for you! Been here for almost a year now and I'd never leave. Great instruction by Prof Mike Codella. The guys/gals were friendly right off the bat and very helpful. I HIGHLY recommend it to anyone who wants to get in shape, compete, or just learn self defense. It's so family oriented also. I signed up my son not too long ago, he absolutely loves it and he's there to stay.  He looks forward to it every week! The sense of camaraderie and brotherhood is everything about this place.  When you're here, you're family.  Rita is a sweetheart and everyone's "mom". Extremely professional place! Give it a shot, you'll never leave!!! read more

I've been a member of this academy for 12 years. This school is an excellent learning environment where any person who is curious is always welcome to attend and try any aspect of mixed martial arts especially Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Mike codella regularly attends along with the extremely knowledgeable staff can work with everyone and anyone to get them into the sport. This school turns out amazing sportsmen and women who are nothing short of world class people and fighters. read more

If you want to learn the best martial art when it comes to self-defense this is the best place to be on Staten Island. Everyone here is willing to help and support whatever purpose it was for you to come and learn the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. This school is family oriented with an amazing chidrens program! If you want to get in shape, lose some weight, and/or learn how to defend yourself this is the place to be. YOU WONT REGRET STARTING YOUR JOURNEY HERE! OSS read more

I've been training under Professor Codella since 2006. He trained at the Jiu Jitsu Mecca Renzo Gracie NYC and is a legit black belt under Master Renzo Gracie himself. He also trained under the legendary John Danaher. Professor Codella teaches the art in a way that's very easy to comprehend and learn. More importantly the environment that he has created at his academy is ego free. Everyone is there to learn the art of Jiu jitsu and constantly improve. Whether it's for a hobby, self defense or competition training this academy is right for you. read more

My son has been coming to Codella Academy for the past 3 years, I have seen such an amazing change in him he is much more confident and respectful. There are always plenty of instructors and the kids don't feel intimidated they actually have fun. There's no instruction book on how to be a good parent but I think this was a good choice. read more

If you're looking to learn legit BJJ, Codella Academy is hands down the best place on the island bar none. Mike Codella is a 3rd degree Renzo Gracie black belt, and all his instructors are very knowlegable in the art. You can also train in Muay Thai, and boxing as well. The atmosphere is inviting and you always feel welcomed and included. Can't say enough good about the place, stop talking about wanting to train BJJ and come down and do it, guarantee you won't regret it, I didnt. read more

This academy is one of a kind. I've been training under professor Codella for approximately 10 years and I couldn't imagine training under anyone else. The guys is aces and my training partners are second to none. read more

Love this MMA/BJJ school for kids!!! My son and I enjoy coming to this school. They are focused on teaching your child self defense and self confidence. My best pick on the island ! read more

I must first preface this by saying I haven't attended a class there and don't plan on it. I was lied and told that they are very veteran friendly when in fact it's the exact opposite. I was lied to and told that I could be on a month to month contract when I expressed interest in classes. Shortly after signing up and having a work schedule change I called to inform them that I would no longer be able to attend classes and that I would appreciate a call back. I called on three separate occasions that week without a single call back. On literally the 31st day after signing my contract which again I thought was a month to month I was kindly contacted by the academy's collection company, I had been put into collections ! After explaining to them that I had not attended any classes and that I was on a monthly and that I would gladly pay for that month I was informed that I had signed a yearly contract and was on the hook for all of it. This place is the farthest thing from friendly and accommodating let alone vet friendly. I wouldnt recommend this place to even my enemies let alone any of my friends. Stay away for sure ! read more

I have been training at this academy for years, The instruction is as technical and detailed as if Renzo Gracie himself was teaching. Mike has been training under him for over 20 years and has kept the same class structure that has brought him through the ranks. Convenient class schedules and even has Muy Thai instruction. Women, Teens, and Kid classes as well. This place is my second home! read more

Wonderful and very family oriented place. The trainers are very knowledgeable of the martial art and very considerate to others when teaching them. They train the class without being too hard on them but make sure they learn. They become very well aware of the person's limits very fast. My son has been going here for a few years and has a learned a lot from Codella's BJJ Academy. Owners are very understandable as well, most nicest people you will ever meet. My son loves all his trainers, they very professional and he looks up to them. It's very positive atmosphere for my son. read more

Love this place! My son is 7yrs old and he absolutely loves the coaches! They do such an awesome job, this is our third month and we are so happy we picked codella academy! Highly recommend! read more

Great place, some of the best training in all of NYC. I am truly happy i found this place, Mike Codella is second to none in his instruction. Great environment and even better guys training. There are no egos in the gym and everybody is as friendly as it gets, i never once felt uncomfortable in my time training here. A truly life changing experience!!! read more