Sensei Jason McCarthy is the founder and head instructor of New York Jiu Jitsu (American Jiu Jitsu Centers - Manhattan Dojo).

New York Jiu Jitsu
666 Broadway, Lower Level
New York, NY 10012

(Entrance on Bond St 2 Blocks north of Houston St.)
Toll Free 1-866-NY-JITSU
Local: 212-343-8310
Fax: 212-343-8311
New York Jiu Jitsu is located in the heart of NoHo. We are located at 666 Broadway (Entrance on Bond St.) 2 Blocks north of Houston St.
New York Jiu Jitsu is extremely accessible by public transportation, especially the following subways: B, D, F, and V Trains (Broadway/Lafayette); N (Late & Weekends) and R (All time except late nights) Trains (Prince Street); and 6 Train (Bleecker Street).

He started his training directly under O'Sensei Joe Puleio in 1989, achieving the rank of Shodan (1st Degree Black Belt) in 1993, Nidan (2nd Degree) in 1997, and Sandan (3rd Degree) in 2002. Along with his Jiu Jitsu training, Sensei Jason has experience in Fencing, Judo, Grappling, Knife Defense, and Arnis De Mano.

We are here to serve any student who has a genuine interest in improving his or her strengths as a martial artist and as a person.

Our first goal is to provide a safe, clean, and enjoyable learning environment.

Our second goal is to teach effective self-defense techniques that truly rely on skill as opposed to physical strength.

Our third goal is to foster a community in which current and future students of our school feel supported in their personal development.

Our fourth goal is to support the wider community through education and outreach activities.

We constantly strive to provide the means of improvement for ourselves and our students, including seminars, special training, and first aid and safety instruction.

As martial artists, we keep open minds and encourage thoughtful discussion and respect among all members of our school and community. We welcome all serious students regardless of age, gender, style, heritage, race, or rank.