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Aqueous Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Fitness Center
5 ★★★★★ 77 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Bedford, New Hampshire
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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule aqueousbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (603) 566-7775
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“We bring several children of different ages and each one has felt supported, challenged, and excited to return week after week.”
“Whether you are a hobbyist or choose to compete you will feel right at home at this gym.”
“The first time I ever did jiu-jitsu was here, and that was almost 5 years ago.”
What members say
“Not only is Greg West a great instructor but he’s supportive of the kids’ academics and personal life.”
“On top of the fantastic mentorship, the facility is always spotless, organized, and incredibly welcoming to everyone who walks through the door.”
“This sport can truly be a gift to you and your family if you let it, and the community within this gym in particular is nothing short of a treasure.”
“Greg is fantastic at taking the time to explain all the techniques and circling back to fix any issues when you are drilling.”
“On top of the fantastic mentorship, the facility is always spotless, organized, and incredibly welcoming to everyone who walks through the door.”
“Greg West has built a culture that is both welcoming and challenging, encouraging every athlete to develop confidence, discipline, and skill.”
From the reviews
Top notch facility, always clean and there's always a large variety or different classes from Yoga to Brazilian Jiu-Jitdu. Professor Greg West is very dedicated to the art. He has dedicated many hours to progressing in Jiu-Jitsu and he brings that dedication to teaching his students.
Dropped in at Aqueous Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and was instantly welcomed like i was an old friend. Coach Greg runs an awesome gym where the vibe is friendly, the rolls are tough, and the laughs come easy. The team at Aqueous is the real deal — skilled, humble, and super welcoming. Nobody’s trying to be the mat hero.
My three kids trained at this gym, and I have to say that Greg is one of the best things to happen to them. During a time when they were struggling, he gave them a sense of belonging.
I visited Aqueous recently and had a great experience. The instructor is really great and the community here is fantastic. There's a great sense of family and support here. The head instructor Greg is awesome, very knowledgeable and brings in great guest instructors for seminars from time to time.
New to BJJ? Start at Aqueous Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Fitness Center
Aqueous Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Fitness Center 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.
Your first BJJ class at Aqueous Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Fitness Center
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.
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