Balance Studios HQ: Gracie Jiu-Jitsu & Muay Thai in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

“Iu2019ve been training at Balance for about 15 years and I can easily say itu2019s the best place for jiu jitsu anywhere! Rick and Phil are amazing instructors and treat every student with up most respect. Their instruction is world class!”

— Chuck G. · ★★★★★

“I started training jiujitsu about 3 years ago and I happen to google best places at the time and came to Balance Studios. I quickly fell in love with training even as a beginner. It has nourished my confidence, put me in great physical shape and connected me with a beautiful diverse community of dedicated practitioners. Rick and Phil are amazing martial artists and people to learn from and have so many black belts an”

— Dina Y. · ★★★★★ · 2017-6-26

“I trained at the Center City location for a few years. Would even ride my bike n the freezing cold so I consider myself extremely lucky they opened a gym in Fishtown. The Migliarese brothers treated me like family the day I walked in the door and all the other instructors are super passionate and knowledgeable about Jiu Jitsu. This is one martial art where your gym really matters and these guys make sure the environm”

— mark l. · ★★★★★ · 2018-2-3

“Balance Studios offers excellent instruction in authentic Gracie Jiujitsu, Muay Thai, and Yoga. The instructors are the best I have seen. The environment is always positive and friendly. I have noticed that the students and instructors make it a point to make new people feel comfortable and welcome. I highly recommend training here! Best in Philly!!!”

— Bill T. · ★★★★★

“Balance is the best. It is a very competitive, but a true family for many. If you are in the Philly area, stop by and come get some rounds in. All the instructors are great! Phil and Ricky are always there to help and the experience has always been an experience worth the time.”

— Isaiah B. · ★★★★★

“The best training in Philly! Phil and Rick are world-class teachers, but so are so many of their staff and students. My jiu jitsu has improved immensely, and the optimal class timing means i get to train BJJ and Muay Thai. Lastly, the kidu2019s class has also been an incredible environment for my 2 sons to learn and train.”

— Michael R. · ★★★★★

“Balance Studios is the best! Great instructors who want each individual to achieve their very best. All locations have amazing kids classes with safety as a priority while teaching applicable and age appropriate self defense. They take the time to know all of their students!”

— Jennifer M. · ★★★★★

“There's no way I can say enough good things about balance in this review. The instructors are all top notch, the training is world class and, most importantly, you'll never meet a more welcoming and inviting group of straight up killers. I've trained at a lot of great BJJ gyms all over the country and there's a reason balance is my home gym. I've met some of my best friends training here and the community is so top t”

— Sean R. · ★★★★★