Train BJJ in Montenegro: drop-in classes in Podgorica

Train BJJ in Montenegro: drop in at Montenegro Top Team, Podgorica

If you are in Montenegro on holiday, for work or on the way to a tournament, you are welcome on our mats. Montenegro Top Team is a Podgorica club with four black belts, an affiliate of the ZR Team association, with gi and no-gi classes on weekday evenings and a morning class on Tuesday and Thursday. The first week is free for visitors too.

Who we are

The club is run by Marko Jokmanović, a 3rd-degree BJJ black belt and 4th dan in judo, IBJJF referee and coach of Montenegro's national jiu-jitsu team. Three more black belts train alongside him. Since 2023 the club has won over 160 medals on Smoothcomp at ADCC, Grappling Industries and regional events, and in 2025 it became an affiliate and partner of the ZR Team association. Classes are in Montenegrin; technique is explained in English as well.

When to come

Adult groups train on weekdays at 19:30 and 20:30: gi on Monday and Wednesday, no-gi on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, a no-gi beginners' group on Monday and Wednesday. Tuesday and Thursday at 9:00 is morning BJJ, ideal if you are heading to the coast afterwards. Weekends are open mat by arrangement. Exact slots are on the schedule page.

What to bring

For no-gi a rashguard or t-shirt and shorts without pockets, for gi a kimono of any colour; if you travel without one, we lend you a gi. Flip-flops to the mat, a bottle of water and a mouthguard if you have one. Do not worry about rank: sparring is matched by level, and a new visitor starts with technique alongside the group.

What it costs

The first week of training is free for everyone, visitors included: come to any class, no sign-up. If you are staying longer, message us and we will agree a price for the time you are in town. A private lesson with the head coach is available by arrangement.

Getting here

The gym is at Medunska 4 in Podgorica, about 20 minutes by car from the airport. From Budva and Bar it is about an hour, from Tivat and Kotor an hour and a half, from Nikšić 45 minutes. The exact location is on Google Maps, linked under useful links below; if you cannot find the entrance, call or message and we will come out to meet you.

Frequently asked questions

Can I come for just one class?

Yes. One class or the whole week, the first week is free. Message us a day ahead so we know you are coming.

Do you speak English?

Yes. Class is run in Montenegrin and technique is explained in English too; there are always English speakers in the group.

I am coming for the ADCC Montenegro Open or MFC. Can I train with you before the event?

You can. Send us your dates and whether you want a light session or sparring; our competitors train Subwrestling on Monday and Wednesday at 20:30.

Is there an open mat at the weekend?

By arrangement. If weekdays do not suit you, message us and we will see who is on the mat at the weekend.

I only train no-gi. Is that a problem?

No. No-gi classes are on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and the competition Subwrestling class is no-gi as well.