Our Vision
At Matt Secor Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, we help every student unlock their full potential. Whether you're brand new or an experienced practitioner, our instructors guide you through a training environment built for real growth, on the mat and off.
Through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu you build discipline, focus, and resilience. You get stronger and more flexible. You sharpen your problem-solving and your confidence. That's the work, and we do it together.
What We Offer
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is the foundation of our academy. We also offer Yoga, Striking, and MMA classes for members who want to round out their training. See the Schedule for class times.
Meet Your Instructors
Matt Secor
Black Belt
Kirill Gron
Black Belt
Chris Combs
Black Belt
Eric Nichols
Black Belt
Derek Ellis
Black Belt
Nico Amorosi
Black Belt
Terry Karanikas
Brown Belt
Our Facilities
Matt Secor Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu isn't just a gym. Our South Glens Falls facility is equipped with everything you need to train hard and recover right.
Sauna
Our sauna helps you loosen tight muscles, improve circulation, and accelerate recovery after training. It's the perfect way to wind down after a hard session on the mat.
Cold Tub
Cold water immersion reduces inflammation, speeds up recovery, and builds mental resilience. Step in after class and feel the difference.
Red Light Therapy
Our red light therapy setup targets sore muscles and joints, speeding up recovery and reducing inflammation so you can get back on the mat faster.
FAQs
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art and self-defense system focused on grappling and ground fighting. It uses leverage, technique, and joint locks to control and submit opponents, allowing smaller practitioners to defeat larger ones. At Matt Secor Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in South Glens Falls, NY, we teach BJJ to students of all ages and skill levels.
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was developed in Brazil in the 1920s by Carlos and Helio Gracie. They adapted it from traditional Japanese jiu-jitsu after Mitsuyo Maeda taught the art to Carlos Gracie. The Gracie family refined the system to emphasize ground fighting and leverage, making it effective for smaller fighters.
- Belts are earned through consistent training, technical skill, and time on the mat. Adults progress through white, blue, purple, brown, and black belts. Kids progress through yellow, orange, and green before moving to adult ranks. Promotions are decided by experienced instructors based on performance and growth.
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu builds self-defense skills, fitness, mental discipline, and confidence. It's a full-body workout that also sharpens problem-solving and focus. Many students join for fitness or self-defense and stay for the community. At Matt Secor BJJ in South Glens Falls, NY, our program serves kids, adults, beginners, and experienced grapplers.
- Most classes at Matt Secor Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu require a gi (the traditional uniform). We sell gis at the academy if you need one. We also run no-gi classes for those who prefer training without it. Check our schedule for gi versus no-gi days.
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo share Japanese roots but focus on different ranges. Judo emphasizes throws and takedowns from standing. BJJ specializes in ground fighting, control, and submissions. Both are effective martial arts, but BJJ offers a more complete system for controlling opponents once the fight goes to the ground.
- Yes. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu teaches kids confidence, discipline, teamwork, and self-defense. At Matt Secor BJJ in South Glens Falls, NY, our kids program (ages 4-12) emphasizes bully-proofing and life skills in a fun, supportive environment. Most parents see real growth in their child's focus and confidence within the first few months.
- Matt Secor is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, professional MMA fighter, and head instructor at Matt Secor Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in South Glens Falls, NY. He's a US veteran and longtime practitioner dedicated to helping students of all ages reach their potential through world-class training.
- Matt Secor Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is located at 131 Saratoga Ave in South Glens Falls, NY, just minutes from Glens Falls and Saratoga. We offer kids and adult BJJ classes, plus Yoga, Striking, and MMA. New students get a free trial class. Call (518) 932-1793 or visit us to get started.