As a US. Marine Corps Veteran, Exercise Physiologist and Functional Medicine Health Coach for over two decades, I am always on a relentless quest to find the best practitioners to support and guide me in every genre. From day one as a White Belt stepping into my first Jiu Jitsu class, Royce Gracie Black Belt Seth Shamp and the TJJ Community made me feel welcome and included. Bring your family and friends! My wife and two kids all started at the same time and TJJ is a friendly, no ego, family environment. Seth executes every class I take with him in an extremely accessible teaching style that was simple but precise. His excellent attention to detail in regards to lesson plans serve all of his students at every level. Additionally, he takes the time to address lifestyle modifications, exercise, and ways strengthen the mental state that reinforces the larger practice of the art.Thanks Professor Seth Shamp and Triangle Jiu-Jitsu!Elijah Sacra

Triangle Jiu-jitsu gives the absolute best all around experience in the area if you train mma, jiu jitsu, want to get in shape, self defense, or all around fitness. Any age or level will have a great experience training here and Seth Shamp, a Royce Gracie black belt is not only one of the most knowledgeable instructors, his patience, determination and understanding of what drives each of his students guarantees you the results your looking for!

We were visiting Durham for a few weeks and I wanted to train while away from my home. I attended 4 classes each week and felt my skills growing with each class.Seths style of teaching is direct and to the point. He doesnt waste time talking too much or going over the skill more than necessary. He introduces a skill, gives some great examples then lets you start practicing. Right about when you realize youre making a mistake he stops everyone and shares some insight that corrects what you were doing wrong. A much better teaching style than cramming too much info up front.Brandon, a brown belt who teaches the morning class was wonderful as well. He brought his knowledge of Judo to the sessions and blended it seamlessly with the Jiu Jitsu skills we were working on. He also has a great teaching style. He began with slow reps of each skill and eventually got to rolling games by the end of class using the skill wed just practiced. Brandon has a laid back personality and makes class a lot of fun.The rolling after class on Mon and Wed night was great. Several of the higher belts like Detroit and Juicebox made real efforts while rolling with me to take the time to point out what I should work on and corrected my mistakes. The entire school has a positive and encouraging feel to it.Overall I was so impressed with Triangle Jiu Jitsu. If I lived here full time, theres no question that this is where I would train.

If you ever get an opportunity to train at Triangle Jiu Jitsu do yourself a favor and do it! Everybody treats you like family and goes above and beyond to make sure your experience is just awesome. The head instructor,Seth is one of the best instructors i have ever had the privilege of learning from and I cannot wait until my next lesson. 5 Stars just completely excellent!!

High quality instruction in a positive setting thats perfect for beginners. The instructors really know what theyre doing. The people who make up the community are great to train with. The friends I have brought to classes as guests have all loved their experience... I highly recommend you go to Triangle Jiu Jitsu Academy, at any skill level!

TJJ offers great technical instruction in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in a positive & welcoming environment. Their kids classes are also a great mix of self defense, discipline, and fun.

Stopped in for an open mat and was greeted by a very friendly staff member Andre. I was able to roll with some good people and will be by again when I visit the area . The school is very clean and everyone was so welcoming. Highly recommend this school for adults and kids!

Triangle Jiu Jitsu is a great place to get in shape, learn self-defense and or to prepare yourself for the competition scene. Seth provides top-level instruction in a way that can be understood by the novice or the advanced student. If you have an opportunity to train in Durham, make sure you stop by to see just what makes TJJ so special.

This is an amazing place to train. Seth Shamp believes in a self defense approach to training that speaks well of the lineage I chose to study. With the addition of a second black belt, Rod Detroit Hanson, the quality of instruction continues to grow.

Seth is a thoughtful teacher with incredible energy. No hype and no frills -just legit talent and instruction. When youre this good thats all you need. Our entire family trains at TJJ and we love it! From our first visit we felt at home and comfortable.

If youre looking for a place to train martial arts, you wont do better than Triangle Jiu Jitsu in Durham. Jiu Jitsu has been proven to be one of the most effective martial arts on the planet and the lead instructor, Seth Shamp, is a Royce Gracie black belt in Gracie Jiu Jitsu. He is a fantastic teacher for adults and children alike. The facilities are spacious and clean and the other students who train there have been gracious and welcoming. Come try a class, you wont regret it.

If youre in Durham, Triangle Jiu Jitsu is the place you need to be to learn the most efficient and rewarding martial art on the planet. Royce Gracie black belt, Seth Shamp, teaches in a very articulate and thorough manner leaving no student behind and no grappling stone unturned. When you train here you feel like you are a part of something bigger/better than yourself. Many families train here together too, making for a very welcoming environment. You owe it to yourself to stop in and try a class!

Seth is a great instructor who teaches self defense and BJJ at Duke University and his gym. His gym and the people there are awesome. And they have a new black belt teaching now.

Triangle Jiu Jitsu Academy is a great place to learn and make new friends. They have both adult classes and youth classes. The support you and/or your children will receive from the instructors and other students is incredible. Their are no attitudes here...just friendly people helping each other the best that they can. I most definitely recommend TJJ.

Ive been training here for a year and a half. Love the instruction format, love the community! Its been an amazing part of my life!

I cannot speak highly enough of this academy. The people are great and the women who train there were the reason I kept coming back after my first class. Seth is truly a great instructor and a great person.

I was made to feel like I had been a part of the team for years on day 1! Ive never had that experience at any other gym. Seth has built an incredible and healthy community around Triangle Jiu Jitsu Academy.

Great technical instruction. Plenty of upper belts to learn from as well. Really great group of people. Very nice facility with large, clean mat space. Also has a full cage and awesome mma training.

Great class format and instruction. Seth and Detroit are knowledgeable and great at communicating techniques. Really enjoy training here.

Dropped-in for an open mat over Thanksgiving break. Staff was great, even waived the mat fee. They had pretty good deals on clothing/training gear too.

The best in training authentic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu for self defense, sport and mixed martial arts! Seth creates a fun and welcoming environment for training, making sure that everyone is welcome. The instruction is top notch and so are the training partners.

The premiere, and authentic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu experience in the triangle area. The Professor is knowledgeable and has trained with some of the most respected names within the martial arts community. To be a member of TJJ is to be welcomed into family of diverse people, and not just another gym...

My son has been training with Seth at TJJ for five years now. It is a great family friendly atmosphere. As my son made friends I have made friends with the other parents. Seth is patient and he really cares about each and every child. I will recommend this school to anyone who will listen! Not only has my son’s technical knowledge of Gracie JiuJitsu grown so has his confidence. If you have a child who is interested in martial arts please give Triangle Jiu Jitsu a try. You will not regret it.

I just started coming to TJJ three weeks ago, and Im very glad that I did. I received a very warm welcome from Seth (the head instructor) and from the other people who come to classes. The instruction is detailed and clear, and I love that TJJs fundamentals curriculum is self-defense-oriented. I also love that there are plenty of people who are blue belts and above that attend the fundamentals class. There are also plenty of white belts who come to advanced classes. Overall, Ive experienced a welcoming, positive gym vibe that keeps me coming back to continue to learn and grow.

Seth is a great instructor. He has a deep understanding of Jiu-Jitsu, self defense and MMA. Ive been taking Jiu-Jitsu and mma classes from Seth on and off for the past 8 years as my schedule permits and enrolled my son in the kids class as soon as he was old enough. I feel lucky to have such a high level Jiu-Jitsu practitioner instructing me and my son.

Triangle Jiu Jitsu is a fantastic place to learn. The environment is extremely friendly and welcoming to people of all ages and abilities. If you are overweight and un-athletic like I was, they will welcome you and help you to become your best self.Seth is an amazing teacher. His knowledge of Jiu Jitsu is extensive, but he is also exceptionally capable at breaking down his lessons in ways that make learning intuitive. My only regret in joining TJJ is that I did not start sooner.

We have been so happy to have our son attend Triangle Jiu Jitsu Academy. Seth and his team took the extra time and care to bring our boy up to speed in a way that he can understand and feel comfortable with. It only took a week for our kid to go from zero knowledge about jiu jitsu to being a dedicated student attending three afternoons per week. Lesson prices are very reasonable. The facility is clean, safe, unpretentious and kid-friendly. I wholeheartedly recommend Triangle Jiu Jitsu Academy.

After training in five other gyms within the Triangle and elsewhere, I can easily say that TJJ is the best in terms of infrastructure and instruction. The gym itself is big and clean, with access to weightlifting equipment, ample mat space, and other combat sport amenities. The culture of the gym is welcoming and positive, with an emphasis on mutual respect and personal growth. Seths teaching is methodical, approachable, and designed to accommodate all levels of experience - beginners are especially welcome. He is a wealth of knowledge in combat sport history, which informs his ability to translate complex techniques into simple terms. Overall, Seths instruction makes learning and application straightforward and fun. Youll get amazing instruction in self defense, MMA, and sport BJJ. If I could give more stars, I would.

TJJ has brilliant Brazilian Jiujitsu intructors with vast knowledge behind the mechanics of this amazing self defense system, between my teammates an the great staff of folks that work there, Ive always felt welcomed and right at home.

Seth, Detroit, Brandon and Andrey are all absolutely fantastic instructors and theyve made TJJ my favorite place to train both self defense and sport jiu jitsu. Seth convinced me to get into martial arts a little over two years ago and Im incredibly grateful my first exposure to the sport was such a positive one. The community at the gym is the friendliest, most supportive one I know - everyone trains hard, but everyones also there to help each other. Would strongly recommend!

The faculty has lots of space, the students were super cool and the teaching is clear, structured and through. Excellent academy

If you are looking for a place to learn high quality Gracie Jiu Jitsu this is the place for you. Seth is a top notch professor with a wealth of knowledge in both self defense and sport jiu jitsu. This is the most welcoming gym I have ever stepped foot in and the level of training partners is second to none. My wife and I travel 2 hours just to train here and we love every minute.

Triangle Jiu Jitsu offers top notch instruction in Gracie Jiu Jitsu in a warm and welcoming environment. TJJ instructor Seth Shamp is a black belt under the legendary Royce Gracie! Seths great instruction, and attention to detail has led one of his top students Kim Rice to becoming a Jiu Jitsu World Champion!

Learn the most amazing self defense martial arts from a premier instructor Seth Shamp. Triangle exhibits a welcoming atmosphere for training for all ages.

Seth and Detroit are amazing instructors and very knowledgeable. This is the number one place to train in the Triangle.

Triangle Jiu-Jitsu Academy is a great place to train, whether your interested in competing or just looking for exercise and fitness. The facility is clean and the staff/instructors are friendly and welcoming, making it easy to take the first step and try a class.

Great atmosphere. Friendly people. Seth is a fantastic instructor.

I have been training at Triangle Jiu Jitsu since 2009. I absolutely love Seth and all the instructors! I highly recommend Triangle Jiu Jitsu for self-defense and sport jiu jitsu! The gym has a great vibe - lots of fun!

The instructors are fabulous and they have the best kids Jiu Jitsu program. All of the members are welcoming and encouraging.

Seth and Detroit are great instructors and very knowledgeable. Great atmosphere and a great place to learn brazilian jiu jitsu and self defense.

I had no idea what I was about to get into. So thankful I found TJJ

Awesome facility with awesome people. Whether your interested in fitness, self defense, or competition, this academy has it all!

Triangle Jiu Jitsu is the place you want to be if you are interested in the most versatile martial art on the planet. Jiu Jitsu is the martial art that teaches you that you can defend yourself no matter how much bigger, stronger, or more athletic your opponent is if you have the right technique. How do I know this? I learned it at TJJ. Even as a fresh off the street white belt you will feel welcome at TJJ. The two black belt instructors, Seth and Detroit, as well as the brown and purple belt instructors take pride in emparting detailed and accessible knowledge to anyone interested in putting in the time.

This place is a wealth of knowledge and full of ppl who will enthusiastically divulge this knowledge. Ive learned so much here while simultaneously getting the most intense workouts of my life.

Great instructor, great facility, great people! Training jiu jitsu is the most empowering thing I have ever done for myself. Hands down, it changed my life!

Best place to learn the greatest martial art in the world.

Seth Shamp is the best instructor for Gracie Jiu Jitsu in North Carolina PERIOD. The atmosphere that Triangle Jiu Jitsu Academy has is the most welcoming and inviting gym you could go to. Giant facility! With a fight gear shop and crossfit all in the same buliding!

About 2.5 years ago, we called Seth at Triangle Jiu Jitsu and set up a time to meet with him and our 4 year old. Seth was patient, understanding, helpful and extremely informative during that meeting. We started out doing private lessons with seth weekly and when he turned 5 he joined the kids class. In these last few years, my child has learned skills that will help him in so many areas of his life. At nearly 7, he has made friends that he never would have, and he has instructors that he trusts and knows will always help him if he is in trouble. TJJ provides a really nice laid back atmosphere, with so many great people. It truly is one of the best things we could have done for our child. Also, check out their birthday party package they offer!! It blends jiu jitsu with some birthday fun :)

Amazing place to learn how to defend yourself, be prepared to make lifelong friends.

Incredible instruction, caring and kind training partners, beautiful facility. Hands down my favorite place to train.

I LOVE TJJ! My husband and I travel 2 hours one way at least once a week, sometimes twice, for Seth Shamps instruction and the great team atmosphere that you can only find at TJJ. If you are looking for a welcoming environment and solid technique -- this is the right place for you!

Best spot to train jiujitsu in Durham. Large space and very clean

Great place to train. Seth is a Gracie jiujitsu black belt and amazing instructor that runs a very friendly, positive and supportive martial arts academy. Gracie Jiujitsu teaches anyone, any age or gender a realistic Self defense based on controlling space and distance to stop sometimes a much larger opponent or an attacker. They have an awesome Kids program as well. Call to try a class and see why it’s the fastest growing martial art on the planet. Gracie Jiujitsu, brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Triangle Jiu-Jitsus facility, martial arts offerings, most of all the people are top. The owner and head instructor, Seth Shamp, is a decorated martial artist and an amazing teacher that connects to students of all levels, sizes, ages, and reasons for training. The environment is warm and friendly and the price is extremely reasonable (no contracts!). If you want to get in shape, learn how to defend yourself for a lifetime, or train to compete in sport jiu-Jitsu or MMA, check out TJJ! Jiujitsu changed my life and it can change yours too.

I started training with Triangle jiu-jitsu in 2010. Instructor Seth Shamps ability to breakdown fundamental and advanced techniques of Royce Gracie Brazilian jiu-jitsu self-defense into an easily digestible curriculum for students of all ages and backgrounds in a gift. I have trained BJJ in gyms around the world. TJJ is second to none. The only reason why I do not train there today is because I moved to Asia in 2014. TJJ is my second family.

TJJ one of the best academies Ive seen. Seth Shamp is an incredible instructor (trained by Royce Gracie himself!), and the people under him are there because they truly love jiu jitsu and its way of life. I could not have asked for a better experience here. If youre thinking about trying jiu jitsu, seeing what its like, do it here. Theyll take good care of you.

Ive trained at a few jiu jitsu gyms and TJJ stands out. Seth is a great teacher who cares about his students and the art of jiu jitsu. The environment is welcoming and open and the upper level belts are knowledgable and always willing to teach and help out. If youre looking for a new jiu jitsu gym or are looking to learn a new martial art, definitely check out Triangle Jiu Jitsu.

Seth Shamp gives highly technical, highly detailed, highly fun instruction in a world class training center at TJJ. As Co-President of the Duke BJJ club Seth was the natural choice when it came to picking an instructor to teach pure, authentic jiu-jitsu.

This review is for people who (like me!) have no idea what Royce Gracie jiujitsu means, or even why you would pick jiujitsu instead of krav maga or kickboxing or whatever. In other words: Most of us.Triangle Jiujitsu Academy is a self-defense-oriented school that nevertheless has a burnished sets of credentials in international jiujitsu competition -- and MANY of those credentials come from the friendly, smart, fun women who make TJJ a great place to train -- whether youre a tentative ballet/pilates type (like me!) or a lifelong athlete or an ordinary person whod like to feel a little safer and more prepared in the world. TJJ is diverse, inclusive, and welcoming -- and thats why I kept coming back. Six months in (and no contracts, by the way!), Im discovering that physical skills and fitness that seemed impossible are 100% within my reach, and that class time is one of the best way to turn off all of the distractions and demands of daily life and learn something that makes me feel ready to face the world.Come take a class with us and say hi!

I’ve been a member of 4 bjj gyms and was a member here for just over a year. This is an incredible place to train from the top down. TJJ has you covered whether you want to compete for fun, competition, health, self defense, or all of the above. Kids programs. Showers. Dad jokes. Morning, lunch, and night classes throughout the week. Tons of great, clean, mat space. Instruction from an actively-competing Royce Gracie black belt. Community events. Reasonable dues without contracts (!!!!). No wonky gi requirements (looking at you Gracie Barra). It has the absurdly welcoming vibe of scientology without the any of the weird cult stuff. High-level women train here and it’s very inclusive without any machismo. There’s even a crossfit joint under the same roof if you’re into that kind of thing. When I think about my ideal bjj gym its basically TJJ but with more Seths.There are some great schools in the area (you might check out Elevate if you’re more into MMA/nogi/striking) but this is *the* place to learn bjj if you’re in the Durham market.

What to say a great gym with a great instructor couldnt ask for a better experience !!!!!!

Great academy. Great instructor

The teaching and camaraderie can not be beat.

Great instruction, great people, great exercise!

Great gym with great people!