Build real confidence, self-defense, and strength in a supportive women's class led by black belt Professor Melissa Regis.
Kioto BJJ runs women's Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes in Oakdale in a supportive, welcoming space where you can learn at your own pace. No experience needed, no pressure, just real skill built one class at a time.
We are located at 96 Biltmore Ave in Oakdale, close to women across Sayville, Bohemia, East Islip, and the rest of Long Island. Come learn practical self-defense in a room that has your back from day one.
All Women Welcome
Your Instructor
Our women's program is led by Professor Melissa Regis, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and co-founder of Kioto BJJ South Shore. She is known for being patient, encouraging, and genuinely invested in every student who steps on the mat.
Alongside Professor Milton Regis, Melissa has helped women across Long Island discover how capable and strong they really are. You will never feel out of place here. You will feel like part of the family.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is built on leverage and technique, not size or strength, which makes it one of the best things a woman can learn.
Learn to stay calm and in control against a bigger, stronger opponent.
Carry the calm that comes from knowing you can handle yourself.
A real workout that builds strength, mobility, and endurance.
Train with women who cheer you on every single class.
You do not need any background in martial arts or fitness. Just wear comfortable athletic clothes and bring water. Melissa and the team will walk you through everything, step by step, in a space that is safe and judgment-free.
Step by Step
The strength you build here goes way past the mat. It shows up in how you carry yourself at work, at home, and everywhere in between.
What our students say about training at Kioto.
Best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu place on Long Island. Milton and Melissa are the kindest, most patient, and caring trainers.
Would highly recommend. Very family oriented, and my children enjoy learning Jitsu as much as going.
My husband and both children train at Kioto. We joined the Kioto family and we love it. The training is top notch and they truly care about each of their students.
Not at all. Our women's BJJ classes in Oakdale are built for beginners. Professor Melissa and the team guide you through the basics step by step, so you can start with real confidence.
Yes. Professor Melissa Regis, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and co-founder of Kioto, leads the women's program, so you always have a mentor who understands where you are coming from.
It is one of the best options there is. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is based on leverage and technique rather than size or strength, which makes it ideal for defending yourself against a larger opponent. We weave self-defense into every class.
Comfortable athletic clothes and water are all you need to start. When you are ready to commit, we will help you get set up with a proper gi.
Women's classes run on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Check the full schedule for exact times here in Oakdale.
Step onto the mat and see what you are capable of. Fill out the form and we will get you set up.
