Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
for the
whole family.
Bringing authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to Long Island’s famous Gold Coast — adults & kids, beginners & competitors, taught from the core curriculum of coral belt Master Alexandre Soca Freitas.
The art.
The team.
The journey.
Soca Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is proud to train on the North Shore of Long Island in Glen Cove, New York. We bring the core fundamental curriculum taught by Master Alexandre Soca Freitas — ideal for people brand-new to the art, with a real, honest path forward for anyone who wants to compete. Come in for your free introductory class. Everyone is welcome — come train with us.
- Founded
- 2020
- Lineage
- Alexandre
Soca
Freitas → - Intro Class
- Free
The whole team — Glen Cove
Competition medal day
Rolling after class
See Soca BJJ Glen Cove
in action.
Rolling footage from our Glen Cove mats — a normal day at the academy.
Real, unstaged footage — rolling during class on our Glen Cove mats.
What is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a grappling martial art — no punches, no kicks. You learn to control an opponent and win with leverage, timing, and technique, which is why a smaller person can handle a bigger, stronger one. It’s often called “the gentle art,” and it’s one of the fastest-growing sports in the world.
Learn What BJJ Is All About →Confidence that carries off the mat
Kids build discipline, focus, coordination, and real anti-bullying confidence — in a structured class where respect comes first.
A sport, a workout, a community
Millions of adults train BJJ for the same reasons: the best workout they’ve ever had, a skill that never stops growing, and teammates who become friends.
No experience needed — ever
Every black belt started with a first class. Whether you’re 4 or 64, you start at your own pace with coaches guiding every step — right here in Glen Cove, on Long Island’s North Shore.
Programs for every level.
A curriculum for all levels and all ages. Whether you’re stepping onto the mat for the very first time or sharpening a competition game, there’s a class built for you — adults from absolute beginner to advanced, dedicated no-gi grappling, and structured programs for kids, juniors, and teens. Train at your pace, with a clear path from your first day to your next belt.
Adults BJJ
Beginner
The on-ramp. Break-falls, base, posture, shrimp, escapes. You will not get crushed — you will get taught. And it’s a gateway into a thriving, ever-growing sport, with competitions at every level and a real path to reach great heights.
Learn More →Adults BJJ
Advanced
Higher-pace drilling, deeper systems, optional competition prep. Come to train. Come to be tested.
Learn More →No-Gi
Submission
Same curriculum, faster transitions. Wrestling-forward, submission-heavy. A favorite of the adult room.
Learn More →Mini
Grapplers
Confidence, balance, listening. The first mat experience for our smallest students — structured, safe, and genuinely fun.
Learn More →Juniors
BJJ
Technique, sparring, and belt progression. Builds real self-defense, discipline, and friendships that last past the mat.
Learn More →Teens
BJJ
A bridge to the adult room — advanced technique, live rolling, and competition prep that builds focus, confidence, and resilience.
Learn More →What our students gain.
Most people start Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for self-defense — but then they stay for something much greater.
Real self-defense that sticks
Trained against live resistance, not theory. The skill is tested every class.
Conditioning that transfers
Grip, core, cardio, composure. The body you build here works everywhere else.
A family away from home
You’ll know every name in the room within a month. That is the room.
Focus, discipline & confidence
An hour of total presence. Kids carry the focus into the classroom, adults into the workday — everyone leaves steadier than they came in.
A community that trains together
Open mats, belt promotions, and long hours of drilling side by side. Some of the closest friendships you’ll make are forged right here on the mat — and they tend to last well beyond it.
A belt path with integrity
No buying stripes. No rushed promotions. Ranks under the Soca banner are earned on the mat.
Taught in the tradition
of a legend.
The Soca BJJ Academy was founded by Professor Alexandre Soca Freitas — a producer of world-class competitors across kids, juveniles, adults, and masters divisions.
- 7°Coral Belt
7th Degree - 10×World Master
Champion - 6×Pan-American
Champion - 2×Abu Dhabi
World Legend - ADCCWorld Champion
Submission Grappling
At Glen Cove, Professor Ron and Professor Cristian teach Professor Soca’s curriculum directly — the same fundamentals, the same progression, the same standard used at the HQ in Wantagh.
Visit Soca BJJ Headquarters →
One team.
One R1NG.
Our academy competes as part of R1NG — a worldwide competition-team alliance founded in 2019 by Professor Soca and a circle of world-champion friends, including Roberto “Gordo” Corrêa, creator of the modern half guard.
The idea is simple: academies like ours join forces under one banner, so our students stand alongside teammates from around the world at IBJJF tournaments — and compete for the team trophies the biggest associations chase.
- 2019Founded by
Soca, Gordo, Tinguinha, Pé de Pano & Regis Calixto - 60+Academies
Five continents - 1stIBJJF Tampa Open 2025 — Gi team title
plus team podiums across the IBJJF circuit
Meet your professors.
Four black belts and competitors under Professor Soca. Tap any coach for their full story.
Train where the team calls home.
A clean, full-size competition mat, a relaxed lounge, and a stocked pro shop — right in the heart of Glen Cove. Take a look around before you walk in.
Train when it fits
your life.
This week’s classes — pick a program, click any class to reserve your spot.
Live schedule · reservations powered by Zen Planner.
Rep the team.
Gis, rashguards, and team gear come straight from our official Soca BJJ store at shop.socabjj.com — every purchase supports the academy and the competition team.
Follow the journey.
What our students say.
Check out what our students and families have to say. These aren’t testimonials we wrote for ourselves — they’re real Google reviews from real people who walked through our door exactly where you are right now: parents, total beginners, and lifelong grapplers.
“I cannot recommend this gym enough — Professor Ron, Professor Cristian, and all of the students have been incredibly welcoming, kind, patient, and helpful.”
“If you are looking to learn to defend yourself, gain discipline, and gain many friends — look no further. The way Ron and the staff run this business is flawless.”
“An amazing place to train. My teenage son and I both joined — the professors and coaches are amazing, and the members all welcome you and celebrate your progress.”
“My boys love this place. They learn discipline, self-defense, and they also talk to them about life lessons.”
“My son enjoys his class every time! Professor Ron is amazing with the kids. Highly recommend this academy!”
“The best Jiu-Jitsu school in the North Shore area. Professor Ron is strong, kind, polite and very knowledgeable.”
“Amazing school for beginners and veterans alike. Ron and Cristian are excellent teachers and will help you develop your skills to new levels.”
“Incredibly professional and friendly instructors in a clean, top-quality facility. This place is a gem — you know it as soon as you step inside.”
“Professor Ron creates a fun, safe space for his students to explore the world of Jiu-Jitsu!”
“Tight community and not intimidating. All professors are extremely welcoming and willing to focus in on each individual.”
“Best BJJ gym in town.”
“Amazing jiu-jitsu experience!”
Brazilian jiu-jitsu is for everyone.
Adults and kids. First-timers and lifelong competitors. Come in for your free introductory class — no experience needed, just show up.
Soca Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Glen Cove academy.
- Address
- 20 Glen St,
Glen Cove, NY 11542 - Call the academy
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(516) 945-9944
Rather talk to a person? Just call or tap the number — a real coach picks up, and your first class is free.
- Hours
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Monday 2:45pm – 8:00pmTuesday 10:45am – 8:45pmWednesday 5:45am – 8:00pmThursday 10:45am – 8:45pmFriday 5:45am – 7:30pmSaturday 9:30am – 1:00pmSunday 10:45am – 12:30pm
Hours follow our live class schedule — doors open 15 min before the first class and close 30 min after the last.
Athletic shorts & a t-shirt. Water. No food 90 min prior. We provide a loaner gi for your intro.
Ask us anything.
Not sure which program fits, whether you’re “in shape enough” (you are), or what your first day looks like? Send us a note — a real person from the academy answers, usually the same day.
Prefer the phone? (516) 945-9944
Before your
first class.
Still have a question? Text or email us — Professor Ron answers every one personally.
What should I wear to my first class?+
Athletic shorts and a t-shirt are perfect. Rashguards are encouraged but not required. We’ll provide a loaner gi for your free intro so you get the real experience.
Do I need a gi to start?+
Not for your first class — we’ve got you covered. Once you’re signed up we’ll point you to our team gi program. Most new students buy one within their first two weeks.
How often should I train?+
Two times a week is the minimum pace where you’ll feel real improvement. Three to four is the sweet spot for most adult students. More is always welcome.
How old do kids need to be?+
Mini Grapplers starts at age 4. Juniors is 8–14. If your kid is 7, we’ll try them in both and pick the class where they thrive.
Is BJJ safe?+
BJJ is one of the safest martial arts for long-term training because everything is done with a partner, with a tap, and under supervision. We teach new students how to stay safe before we teach them anything else.
How does pricing work?+
Unlimited monthly memberships for adults and kids, with family and multi-member discounts. Exact pricing is shared at your free intro — it’s easier in person than in an email.
What happens at the free intro class?+
You’ll warm up with the class, learn one or two fundamental techniques, drill them with a coach-paired partner, and watch a round or two of rolling. Thirty to sixty minutes total. No pressure, no sales pitch.