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BJJ BOSTON

5 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Methuen, Massachusetts

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens No-gi 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
  • 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 lp.bjjboston.net — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (978) 943-0184

Hours

Monday 8–10 AM, 4–9:30 PM
Tuesday 8–10 AM, 5–9:30 PM
Wednesday 8–10 AM, 4–9:30 PM
Thursday 8–10 AM, 5–9:30 PM
Friday 8–10 AM, 4–7:30 PM
Saturday 8 AM–2 PM
Sunday 8–10 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 BJJ BOSTON, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 15 mentions

“anybody that’s looking to get their kids and the Jujitsu Brian is the man he runs a great kids program as well as a phenomenal adult program!”

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🩳 No-Gi

“The facility is amazing and clean offering the best BJJ instruction in Gi and No Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.”

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🥋 Gi

“The facility is amazing and clean offering the best BJJ instruction in Gi and No Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“Want to compete and challenge yourself?”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Whether you want to learn self-defense, get in shape, lose weight, or just have a great workout, this is the place for you.”

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🌱 Beginners 5 mentions

“If you're looking to take your BJJ to the highest level or just a beginner looking to start an exciting and challenging journey in a safe environment then this is the place to be.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 29 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 4 mentions

“Coach Brian is incredibly knowledgeable and skilled, but what truly sets him apart is his kindness and patience with the kids.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“If you're looking to take your BJJ to the highest level or just a beginner looking to start an exciting and challenging journey in a safe environment then this is the place to be.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 11 mentions

“My son has been training at Brian Caldwell Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Methuen, MA, a family local business and we couldn’t be happier with the experience.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“The instruction is top-notch, with a strong focus on both technique and discipline, while still making classes fun and engaging.”

great workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“Whether you want to learn self-defense, get in shape, lose weight, or just have a great workout, this is the place for you.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“anybody that’s looking to get their kids and the Jujitsu Brian is the man he runs a great kids program as well as a phenomenal adult program!”

From the reviews

Outstanding Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Gym for Kids! My son has been training at Brian Caldwell Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Methuen, MA, a family local business and we couldn’t be happier with the experience.

★★★★★ — Sandra, Feb 2025

I travel for work and Brian was able to accommodate. I've been to my share of studios but I was blown-away at how nice his establishment is. Don't let the neighboring businesses fool you. It doesnt stop at clean mats and drinking fountain. His place is a legit high-end BJJ gym.

★★★★★ — Jennifer, Jul 2025

If you’re looking for a place to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), this gym is amazing! It feels like a big family here. The coach is awesome – they really know their stuff and teach BJJ in a way that’s fun and easy to understand.

★★★★★ — Andrew, Feb 2025

BJJ BOSTON 24/7/265 - Team Forsa and Coach Brian Wade Caldwell are the REAL deal. Coach Brian has a wealth of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu knowledge and experience. He has raised up many high level Black Belts and is a wonderful mentor to students of all ages.

★★★★★ — Wuxia, Feb 2025

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New to BJJ? Start at BJJ BOSTON

BJJ BOSTON 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.

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Your first BJJ class at BJJ BOSTON

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 BJJ BOSTON

40 Jackson St, Methuen, MA01844

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