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Alchemy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Clinton, Massachusetts

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

Plan your first class

  • Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
  • Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule alchemybjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 978-549-5577

Hours

Monday 5:30–9 pm
Tuesday 5:30–9 pm
Wednesday 5:30–9 pm
Thursday 5:30–9 pm
Friday 5:30–8 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday 10 am–12 pm

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Alchemy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

📘 Fundamentals 2 mentions

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💪 Women's BJJ

“The women’s class is amazing and they really take their time with you to make sure you understand so everyone will be able to move at the same pace.”

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🏆 Competition Team 3 mentions

“Highly recommend this program to both new and seasoned competitors.”

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🔓 Open Mat

“A typical class consists of warmups, technique drills, and live sparring, with open mat sessions available weekly.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Alchemy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is by far one of the most comfortable schools to learn self defense.”

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🌱 Beginners 5 mentions

“The atmosphere is welcoming whether you’re a beginner or more experienced, and the community feels like a family.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 39 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 5 mentions

“I’ve been here for two years and can say Igor is a great professor and the curriculum is always a refreshing update to your arsenal of BJJ technique.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 11 mentions

“The environment is very welcoming, the training partners are always supportive and encouraging, and Professor Igor is excellent — he teaches with patience, skill, and motivation.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 26 mentions

“The environment is very welcoming, the training partners are always supportive and encouraging, and Professor Igor is excellent — he teaches with patience, skill, and motivation.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“I’ve been here for two years and can say Igor is a great professor and the curriculum is always a refreshing update to your arsenal of BJJ technique.”

active competition team 4 mentions

“Highly recommend this program to both new and seasoned competitors.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 3 mentions

“Most definitely worth looking into if you’re interested in self defense or self discipline.”

From the reviews

Having never trained a martial art before, I had no idea what to expect when starting training here. I definitely did not expect to meet people that I now call my family and best friends. The community and family aspect of this gym is amazing.

★★★★★ — Gus, Jul 2021

I can’t say enough great things about alchemy ! The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and truly care about each student’s progress. The atmosphere is welcoming whether you’re a beginner or more experienced, and the community feels like a family.

★★★★★ — Samuel, Sep 2025

Alchemy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is by far one of the most comfortable schools to learn self defense. The academy’s instructor is very kind and experienced in the art of a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The students there are very helpful and are not aggressive as other schools.

★★★★★ — Matt, Sep 2019

I moved up from Jersey and needed a school to continue my training. I'm blessed and couldn't be more joyous to have found this place. Not only do they take the time to adjust what works best for your Jiu Jitsu, they also bond and follow a close family orientation.

★★★★★ — Rick, Nov 2021

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New to BJJ? Start at Alchemy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Alchemy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first BJJ class at Alchemy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Alchemy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

45 High St, Clinton, MA01510

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