Usually yes. It will depend on your goals, and quality of instruction. Being "private" won't help much if you're learning jiu jitsu from your white belt plumber. Just the same, you probably don't want to request private lessons from a gym that doesn't already have experience with individualized training. It's a skillset you won't find at every school, and some instructors are way better than others.

The disadvantage of private lessons can be cost. You're pretty much reserving an entire class and gym for yourself. Naturally, it will be more expensive than a group setting where you and unfamiliar people learn on each other. Many students find reaching their goals and increasing their skill faster is well worth the additional cost.

Starting privately can also be more comfortable for new students or families, who aren't even sure how much they'll like jiu jitsu. You learn gym etiquette in a more relaxed environment, and level up your skills faster, without doing it in front of a whole class. Many students will start with private lessons and then transition to group classes after they're more comfortable with body mechanics and jiu jitsu basics.

Our introduction classes are held privately, so that's the best time to discuss your goals and find out how private lessons might help you achieve those goals, faster, smarter, and safer.

Find out when introduction lessons are held to learn more.