Brazilian
Jiu-Jitsu.
Gi, no-gi and women’s classes five days a week, in a program led by black belt Coach Rick. Learn to control, escape and submit, starting from day one. Your first class is free.
“If you’re in Watertown and looking for BJJ look no further.” — Google review
Find your
class
Gi BJJ
Traditional jiu jitsu in the gi. Grips, positions, escapes and submissions, built step by step. A great first class.
No-Gi BJJ
The same art in shorts and a rash guard. A faster pace that carries straight over to MMA.
Women’s BJJ
A women-only class, gi and no-gi, led by Coach Rachel. Real jiu jitsu, taught with the same attention and detail as our main program, in a supportive room.
Advanced BJJ
Deeper technique and harder rounds for experienced members. Members
Times can change for holidays and events. See the live schedule.
Your first
BJJ class
Warm up together
A coach-led warm-up that teaches the basic movements jiu jitsu is built on.
Drill with a partner
Partner-based drilling on the techniques and movements shown in class. We’ll make sure you’re paired with a good partner who’ll help you learn.
Meet the team
Stick around after class to ask the coaches anything. Everyone on the mat started where you are.
Your
coaches
Rick Huntsman
BJJ black belt under Paul Elliot. Head jiu jitsu instructor.
Peter VanDeusen
Jiu jitsu instructor and BANG Muay Thai black belt. Also helps coach Lil Ninjas.
Rachel Huntsman
Leads women’s jiu jitsu. BANG Muay Thai black belt and coach.
5.0 stars.
120+ reviews.
★★★★★
“Coach Rick is highly knowledgeable and works with you until you get it right.”
★★★★★
“A learning environment has been cultivated so that anyone of all skill levels can improve. … I fully recommend at least trying the free class that is offered for first timers.”
★★★★★
“I in particular have found myself fond of the women’s jujitsu class… All of the coaches give us the space to ask questions and go above and beyond to answer them.”
Youth Jiu Jitsu, ages 8–15
Mon, Wed & Fri at 5 PM. The same art, coached for kids: confidence, discipline and real technique.
BJJ questions
No. Most people start with none. Gi BJJ, No-Gi BJJ and Women’s BJJ are all open to beginners, and our coaches will meet you at your level.
No. We have gis you can borrow for your first classes, and gis for sale when you’re ready for your own. For No-Gi, comfortable workout clothes are all you need.
Gi classes are trained in the traditional jacket and pants, so grips on the uniform are part of the game. No-gi is trained in shorts and a rash guard, moves faster and carries straight over to MMA. Both teach the same fundamentals.
Yes. BJJ teaches you to control someone, get back to your feet and escape bad positions, using leverage instead of size. That’s why it works for people of every build.
Yes. Women’s BJJ runs Tuesday and Thursday at 5 PM, gi and no-gi, led by Coach Rachel. It’s real jiu jitsu, taught with the same attention and detail as our main program.
Gi and No-Gi classes run an hour. Women’s BJJ and Advanced BJJ run 45 minutes.
Youth Jiu Jitsu is for ages 8–15. For ages 4–7, Lil Ninjas is a great place to start.