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Alexey BJJ

4.9 ★★★★★ 33 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Westbrook, Maine

BJJ gym Affiliated Kids & teens Competition team

Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.

Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule alexeybjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (207) 518-3445

Hours

Monday 12–1:30 PM, 5–7:30 PM
Tuesday 12–1:30 PM, 5–7:30 PM
Wednesday 12–1:30 PM, 5–7:30 PM
Thursday 12–1:30 PM, 5–7:30 PM
Friday 12–1:30 PM, 6–7:30 PM
Saturday 11 AM–12:30 PM
Sunday 10–11:30 AM

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 Alexey BJJ, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 8 mentions

“Whether seeking instruction for yourself or your kids, don't hesitate and contact Alexey.”

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🏆 Competition Team 2 mentions

“Don’t matter if you’re a competitor, a hobbyist, looking for self defense, or just for a different form of exercise, he always makes the classes fun, inviting and interesting.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Don’t matter if you’re a competitor, a hobbyist, looking for self defense, or just for a different form of exercise, he always makes the classes fun, inviting and interesting.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 33 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 4 mentions

“A safe and clean environment with outstanding instruction from extremely welcoming and knowledgeable instructors.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“Having trained here for 12+ years and the opportunity to train at gyms in the area and around the US, Alexey runs a very welcoming gym.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 15 mentions

“Having trained here for 12+ years and the opportunity to train at gyms in the area and around the US, Alexey runs a very welcoming gym.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“Whether you're training to compete, looking for a great workout, or just want to learn technique in a relaxed environment, this is the place.”

active competition team 3 mentions

“Don’t matter if you’re a competitor, a hobbyist, looking for self defense, or just for a different form of exercise, he always makes the classes fun, inviting and interesting.”

🧼 clean, well-kept mats 5 mentions

“A safe and clean environment with outstanding instruction from extremely welcoming and knowledgeable instructors.”

From the reviews

Jiu jitsu transformed me. When I started I was just a man but now with the confidence I gained from jiu jitsu I'm a BULL!

★★★★★ — Jedediah, Feb 2026

Best place for pure bjj instruction in Maine and beyond. Clean facility, friendly atmosphere. Whether seeking instruction for yourself or your kids, don't hesitate and contact Alexey.

★★★★★ — Jason, Mar 2017

Great team atmosphere here with Alexey Cruz. I dropped in last year for some BJJ, while on business, and everyone was very welcoming.

★★★★★ — Michael, Jun 2019

I recently joined and from minute 1 Alexey and everyone at the gym has made me feel part of the family. If anyone is considering BJJ in Maine, look no further. Also, I could use some more white belts in the classes 😂

★★★★★ — Joseph, Apr 2022

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Your first BJJ class at Alexey BJJ

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 Alexey BJJ

90 Bridge St #3172, Westbrook, ME04092

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