About Crest Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Welcome to Crest Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, where we are dedicated to providing the highest quality Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in a supportive, family-friendly environment. Our mission is to empower students of all ages and skill levels through the art of BJJ, fostering physical fitness, mental resilience, and personal growth.
Our Philosophy
At Crest Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, we believe that Jiu-Jitsu is more than just a martial art—it's a way of life. Our approach combines technical excellence with practical application, ensuring that our students develop skills that work both on and off the mats.
Whether you're looking to compete at the highest levels, learn self-defense, or simply get in the best shape of your life, our expert instructors are here to guide you every step of the way.
Meet Our Instructors

John Smith
Head Coach - Black Belt
15+ years of experience competing at the highest levels.

Maria Rodriguez
Kids Program Director - Brown Belt
Specializes in teaching children of all ages and abilities.

David Chen
Competition Coach - Black Belt
Multiple-time IBJJF champion with a focus on competitive training.
Class Schedule
We offer a variety of classes for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. Join us at a time that works for your schedule!
Membership Options
Invest in your health, fitness, and self-defense skills with our flexible membership options. Join our community today and start your Jiu-Jitsu journey!
Basic
Perfect for beginners looking to start their Jiu-Jitsu journey.
- Unlimited Fundamental Classes
- Access to Open Mat Sessions
- Free Uniform (Gi)
- Monthly Progress Assessments
Premium
Our most popular option with full access to all classes and amenities.
- Unlimited Access to All Classes
- Access to Open Mat Sessions
- Free Uniform (Gi) + Rashguard
- Monthly Progress Assessments
- Competition Training
- One Private Lesson Per Month
Family
Train together as a family with our comprehensive package.
- Access for 2 Adults + 2 Children
- Unlimited Access to All Classes
- Free Uniforms (Gi) for All Members
- Monthly Progress Assessments
- Competition Training
- Discounted Private Lessons
Other Options
What Our Students Say
Hear from our community about how training at our academy has impacted their lives.
Matthew Schneider
"I was an out of town visitor to the gym. I felt welcome, and I got in a lot of hard rolls in. Given the location, most were stronger than I; however, they were for the most part gentle and respected the tap. No one slammed any submission on while I was visiting. Everyone I rolled with knew what they were doing and focused on just good Jiu-jitsu. One downside is the fact that it is easy to miss the turn; however, I do not judge a gym based ease of access. You just have to pay attention. I do highly recommend the open mat time, and I do plan to be back the next time I'm in town. Thank you for helping me work off the turkey dinner, went after Thanksgiving."
Alison Capra
"Started at Crest in 2021. Strong family atmostphere, great training for all belt levels. LOTS of women training. Female led ladies program."
Mike White
"I started at Crest part time as a way to cross train for running. I was an avid runner training for my 6th 50 mile race when I started BJJ. After the first class I knew I loved it. After I finished that race I pretty much stopped running so that I could focus my energy on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The people at Crest were so amazing. You get high level coaching from the staff, but the more experienced grapplers are more than willing to help you during the rolls as well. They have developed a group of people that are all genuinely invested in seeing everyone in the room get better. My 7 y/o daughter has been attending classes now for over a year and she loves it as well. Their children's program is top notch as evidenced by the hardware they bring home from every competition they go to. If you're not into competing though they do not pressure you to do so. I truly recommend BJJ for the whole body workout you'll get. I recommend Crest for the excellent atmosphere and attention to detail that you'll get."
Stephen Olmstead
"Crest BJJ is great for the whole family! My son started training almost 2 years ago and almost immediately we noticed an increase in his confidence, coordination, and discipline, which had positive impacts in other sports and in school. Once he started taking me down in our living room, I decided to start training at Crest. It's an intense workout! The coaches are amazing, the desire to improve keeps me motivated to train, and multiple classes makes it easy to fit into my schedule. My wife has taken a few of the woman's self defense classes and loved it as well. Highly recommend training here!"
Contact Us
Have questions or ready to start your Jiu-Jitsu journey? Get in touch with us today!
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Our Location
Address
15916 US-17, Hampstead, NC 28443, USA
Phone
Hours
Mon-Fri: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sun: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM