Walters Jiu-Jitsu HQ
Empowering New Bern & Newport Residents
Discover a powerful way to improve confidence, real self-defense, and physical fitness. Certified black belt instruction, programs for kids, teens & adults, and a welcoming community with zero ego.
Jiu-Jitsu Gives You:
Claim Your Free First Class Trial
Join us for a free trial class in New Bern. No gimmicks, no pressure — just step on the mat and experience why Walters Jiu-Jitsu HQ is Eastern NC's top-rated academy.
Free First Class Trial
Join us for a free trial class in New Bern. No gimmicks or pressure.
Proudly Sponsored by Local Businesses That Believe in Community Strength
Real Results. Real People. Real Jiu-Jitsu.
Whether you’re brand new or already rolling, our programs meet you at your current fitness level and help you grow safely. Train in a modern, clean 24/7 accessible facility with professional mat space.
Clean Mats, Expert Black Belt Instruction & Zero Egos
Physical & Mental Health
Improve flexibility, strength, cardiovascular endurance, and mental clarity. BJJ is scientifically proven to reduce anxiety and stress.
Confidence & Self-Defense
Walk taller with real-world self-defense skills. Build authentic confidence on the mat that transfers to your daily life, career, and family.
Supportive Network
No egos here. We build each other up, push each other forward, and celebrate every milestone together. You’ll feel welcome from Day 1.
Safety & Structure
Certified black belt coaches provide structured curriculums so you progress at your own safe pace. We teach smart, controlled technique.
Walters Jiu-Jitsu HQ — New Bern & Newport
Our flagship academy in New Bern is open now, and we're bringing certified black-belt instruction to Newport soon. Same coaches, same culture, zero ego — now closer to you.
New Bern HQ
Flagship Academy
Newport
Coming SoonConvenient to Morehead City, Cape Carteret & the Crystal Coast. Get on the early-access list and we'll text you the grand-opening schedule first.
Our Martial Arts Programs
Adult Fundamentals
New to the mats? Learn posture, frames, escapes, guard, and high-percentage submissions in a controlled cycle.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Master leverage, control, and live sparring strategies for self-defense, fitness, or competition prep.
Kids Martial Arts
Build focus, discipline, bully-safe awareness, and teamwork in short, rewarding classes for ages 3 to 12.
Wrestling Program
Led by experienced grappling specialist Justin Perry. Ideal for school wrestling prep and BJJ takedown dominance.
Boxing Classes
Learn authentic footwork, combination punches, head movement, and high-energy conditioning.
24/7 Gym Access
Rogue power racks, Olympic lifting platforms, turf, Echo bikes, rowers, and daily Wodify programming.
More Than Just Mats —
A Complete Performance Facility
From our spacious, daily-sanitized grappling mats to our private showers and recovery sauna, Walters Jiu-Jitsu HQ is purpose-built so you can train hard, recover fast, and fit martial arts into your daily life.
Infrared / Traditional Sauna
Post-Training Recovery & Detox
Accelerate muscle recovery, cut water weight safely, reduce soreness, and unwind after tough training rounds or heavy gym sessions.
Clean Showers & Locker Rooms
Train & Head Straight to Work
Spotless private showers, changing stalls, and secure lockers. Perfect for early-morning rolls before heading to the base or office.
12,000 Sq Ft Premium Training Facility
Hospital-Grade Sanitized Daily
Sprawling high-density grappling mats disinfected before and after every single class. Maximum impact absorption for safe takedowns and throws, with room for every program to run at once.
24/7 Secure Keycard Access
Train On Your Own Schedule
Active members get 24/7 encrypted keycard access to the strength gym and open turf lane. No crowd rush, no limited hours.
Rogue Strength & Functional Rig
Olympic Lifting & Power Racks
Rogue Monster power racks, calibrated bumper plates, competition bars, Concept2 rowers, Echo air bikes, and sled turf lane.
Military & First Responder Hub
MCAS Cherry Point & Camp Lejeune
Proudly serving Marines, Sailors, law enforcement, and firefighters. Flexible schedules designed around duty rotations and deployments.
Military & First Responder Community
Cherry Point & Lejeune WelcomeWe are proud to train Marines, Sailors, Coast Guard, law enforcement, and first responders throughout Craven, Carteret, and Onslow counties. Ask our staff about our military and first responder rates.
Life On & Off The Mat
Take a look inside our clean 610 Airport Road facility in New Bern. Friendly coaches, active training rounds, huge mat space, and a community that treats you like family.
Walters BJJ Community
Class in Action
Live Sparring & Rolls
Kids Martial Arts
Clean, Professional Mats
Walters Fitness & Strength
Visiting New Bern or Eastern NC?
Come Roll With Us
Whether you’re on temporary orders at MCAS Cherry Point, visiting the Crystal Coast beaches, or in town for work — Walters Jiu-Jitsu HQ warmly welcomes traveling practitioners from any lineage and belt level.
Check the Schedule & Pick a Class
We offer Morning (6:00 AM), Midday (11:00 AM), and Evening (5:30 & 6:30 PM) sessions plus Saturday Open Mat (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM). Gi and No-Gi options available daily.
View Full ScheduleAny Clean Gi or Rashguard
Zero academy-gi mandates or team patch restrictions. Wear your home gym's gi, any color, clean and washed. For No-Gi, bring a clean rashguard and grappling shorts (no pockets/zippers).
Showers & Sauna Available
Bring a towel and soap — you can rinse off in our clean private showers and enjoy our post-training sauna before heading back to your hotel, flight, or base.
Zero Politics. Zero Drama. Just Good Jiu-Jitsu.
We've hosted black belts, competitors, military personnel, and curious white belts from all over the world. Our culture is friendly, competitive, and respectful. Sign our digital waiver at the front desk or ahead of time.
Let Us Know You're Coming
Text or call us at (252) 515-0180 or shoot an email to waltersbjj@gmail.com
Convenient For New Bern, Havelock & Military Personnel
Our HQ at 610 Airport Rd, New Bern is easily accessible for residents and military service members stationed at MCAS Cherry Point & Camp Lejeune.
Havelock & MCAS Cherry Point
Short drive on US-70. Many Marines and military families train here after shift. Solid beginner path with Adult Fundamentals & No-Gi nights.
Jacksonville & Camp Lejeune
Popular weekend and drop-in option for Marines looking for top-tier competition training and black belt instruction in Craven/Onslow counties.
Morehead City & Crystal Coast
Coastal schedule? Our morning and Saturday sessions keep you rolling all year long without disrupting your work day.
Newport, River Bend & Trent Woods
Quick hop for local families. Parents love our early evening kids block, with adult classes running immediately after!
What Our Students & Families Say
"Walters jiu jitsu is awesome. Nick Walters and the other instructors are all extremely knowledgeable and are super easy to get along with and learn from."
"I’ve really enjoyed the atmosphere and the people here. Nick and the other coaches have been incredibly welcoming, knowledgeable, and always available to answer questions or help whenever needed. The positive environment makes it easy to keep showing up and improving."
"Blackbelt visiting from Atlanta and I was looking for a Jiu Jitsu school to train at. I heard great things about Walter Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school and came to train. Professor Walter is an amazing instructor, very kind and a great training partner. Top notch Jiu Jitsu school in the area!"
"Super clean, huge mat space, locker rooms with showers & sauna! The techniques Nick showed were broken down well and everyone was super friendly and welcoming. Go-to drop in spot in New Bern!"
"Dropped in for a few days recently. Incredibly welcoming gym with great coaching and people and the largest BJJ facility I’ve ever trained at."
"Walters Jiu Jitsu is amazing! It is for children as young as 3-4 all the way up to adults. They don’t only have Jiu Jitsu, they have wrestling, boxing and many forms of exercise. You won't be disappointed!"
Frequently Asked Questions
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