- Open 7 days a week by appointment only
One-on-One Jiu-Jitsu Training Built Around You
Sal Zephirin provides private Jiu-Jitsu coaching for adults seeking personalized instruction, technical improvement, and measurable progress. Each session combines proven techniques, individual feedback, and a supportive approach designed to help you progress with confidence.
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Jiu-Jitsu Coaching Designed Around Your Goals
Large group classes can make it difficult to receive the individual attention and feedback needed to improve. At Core Fitness NYC, our private Jiu-Jitsu training in the Upper East Side provides personalized instruction, focused coaching, and a progression plan built around your experience level, fitness goals, and individual needs.
Whether you’re learning Jiu-Jitsu for self-defense, confidence, fitness, mobility, or personal growth, each session is designed to help you develop skills safely and effectively. With one-on-one guidance and expert coaching, you can train at your own pace and make consistent progress both on and off the mat.
Why Train With Sal Zephirin?
Personalized One-on-One Attention
Receive direct coaching, real-time feedback, and technical guidance tailored to your goals, skill level, and learning pace.
Beginner-Friendly Training
Learn Jiu-Jitsu in a supportive environment without the pressure of crowded classes or keeping up with advanced students.
Safe, Structured Skill Progression
Training is structured around proper technique, controlled movement, and gradual progression to help you improve confidently.
Injury-Conscious Coaching
Sessions can be adapted around previous injuries, physical limitations, and individual mobility needs while continuing to build skills.
Technique-Focused Instruction
Develop strong fundamentals through positioning, leverage, movement, control, and practical Jiu-Jitsu principles.
Private & Semi-Private Options
Choose one-on-one coaching or train with a partner for a personalized experience focused on growth and long-term improvement.
Built for Your Goals, Experience, and Progress
- Beginners learning Jiu-Jitsu in a supportive environment
- Busy professionals looking for flexible private training
- Fitness enthusiasts seeking a new challenge
- Students focused on self-defense and confidence
- Individuals wanting a safer, more personalized approach to training
- Adults looking to improve strength, mobility, and conditioning
- Essential Jiu-Jitsu positions, escapes, and movement
- Balance, leverage, timing, and body control
- Ground-fighting fundamentals and defensive techniques
- Practical self-defense skills
- Grappling-specific conditioning, movement, and confidence-building
Private Jiu-Jitsu Training in the Heart of Manhattan
Located at 12 East 86th Street, Lower Level, New York, NY 10028, Core Fitness NYC provides private Jiu-Jitsu training in the Upper East Side with convenient access for clients throughout Manhattan. Our studio is located near Central Park and easily accessible from Yorkville, Lenox Hill, Carnegie Hill, and surrounding Upper East Side neighborhoods.
With nearby subway access to the 4/5/6 lines, getting to your private training session is simple and convenient whether you’re training before work, after work, or on weekends. Enjoy expert one-on-one Jiu-Jitsu coaching in a private NYC training environment designed to fit your schedule and goals.
