Gladiator Jiu Jitsu Family

Gladiator Jiu Jitsu Family offers Preschool Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for ages 4-6, Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for ages 7-9 and 10-13, Teen Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Adult Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. It also lists Birthday Parties and Summer Camp.

Programs

• Preschool BJJ (Ages 4-6) — Ages 4-6 · Preschool Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Montclair.
• Kids BJJ (Ages 7-9) — Ages 7-9 · Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Montclair.
• Kids BJJ (Ages 10-13) — Ages 10-13 · Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Montclair.
• Teen BJJ — Teen Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Montclair.
• Adult BJJ — Adult Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Montclair.

At a glance

• Ages: 4–18 years old

About the provider

The program has served Montclair since 2018. Its listed leadership team includes Professor Kenneth Penn, Black Belt Head Instructor; Professor Denny Meelarp, Adults Coach; Coach Michael Dawson, Kids/Adults Coach; Coach Justin Spencer, Kids/Adults Coach; Coach Matthew Greensweight, Nogi/Wrestling Coach; Coach Marvin Ruiz, Muay Thai Coach; Coach Kevin Rodriguez, Kids Coach; and Coach Michelle Penn, Office Manager and Program Director. The mission statement says it is dedicated to changing the lives of people one person at a time through martial arts, education, and coaching. Professor Ken is listed as an IBJJF NOGI WORLD CHAMPION, with accomplishments including first place at the 2018 IBJJF NoGi World Championship.

• Birthday Parties — Birthday parties in Montclair.
• Summer Camp — Summer camp in Montclair.

Parents are encouraged to watch children in kids martial arts lessons, but they do not have to stay during classes. The site says martial arts classes are suitable for kids and adults, and that people start at varying fitness levels.

Last updated October 12, 2026.