Philly Korean Jujitsu
About
Philly Korean Jujitsu offers a comprehensive martial arts experience in Philadelphia, blending multiple disciplines including MMA, Judo, and Karate. The gym is led by a team of highly credentialed instructors, most notably head instructor Rob Brown, a 7th dan black belt in Korean Jujitsu and Yongmudo. The curriculum is described as both vigorous and detail oriented, providing a satisfying workout while emphasizing technical skill development. Members appreciate that the instructors, who teach as volunteers, are experienced, informative, and talented, contributing to the gym's reputation as an exceptional value in the neighborhood.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the gym for its incredible value, describing it as the best value in the neighborhood for martial arts. Reviewers highlight the inclusive and welcoming community, the safe and inviting environment, and the satisfying workouts. Specific praise is directed at head instructor Rob Brown, who is called one of the most talented martial artists they have encountered and an expert instructor. The gym is noted for being free to try, making it easy for newcomers to walk in and see if it suits them.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (4)
Ian Connito
a year ago
A vigorous but detail-oriented curriculum with talented but inviting practitioners.
Melinda Snitow
a year ago
I have been training with this group since 2009, and the head instructor, Rob, is one of the most talented martial artists I have come across. Philly Yongmudo is the best value in the neighborhood for martial arts, since the instructors teach as volunteers.
William Myrick
a year ago
I started working out with Philly Yongmudo over a year ago and with no prior experience. Really great value, community, and workout. Instructors are very experienced and informative.
Will Towler
a year ago
Incredible value, inclusive group, good space with satisfying workouts. Free to try and a safe environment, so it's super easy to just walk in see if it suits. Rob is an expert instructor.
scheduleHours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 4:00 – 5:30 PM
groupCoaches & Instructors
Mindy Snitow
Instructor
3rd dan black belt
Practicing since 2008. Started at Harvard Hapkido. Interested in women's self-defense and technical details for effective technique. Biomedical research scientist.
Rob Brown
Instructor
7th dan black belt (Korean Jujitsu/Yongmudo)
7th dan under Ken Min and Norman Link. Began in 1991. Formerly ran schools at GWU and UC San Diego. Trained in judo, BJJ, taekwondo, and kick boxing. Retired professor.
Amanda Montera
Instructor
3rd dan black belt
Practicing in Philly since 2014. Previously practiced Japanese Ju-Jitsu and Judo. Enjoys practical self-defense and traditional elements. Works as a music therapist.
Will Towler
Instructor
2nd dan black belt
Began practice in 2017. Doctorate in molecular biology. Foci are body-mind awareness, effective mentorship, and throwing.