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Caique Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Novi
5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Novi, Michigan
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
- 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 novibjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (248) 438-8420
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The training is practical and empowering, especially as a woman learning how to defend yourself against a larger opponent.”
“I try to train here on No Gi days, the instructors, feedback and q&a sessions are top notch.”
“I try to train here on No Gi days, the instructors, feedback and q&a sessions are top notch.”
“The practical focus on self-defense, rather than pure BJJ as a sport, is refreshing, and the Gracie network ensures I can keep up even while traveling.”
“) If your brand new to the sport, the hardest part is trying the first time.”
Other martial arts here
“(Also pro tip: I also love doing the Bang Muai Thai offered in the same facility before or after for the full MMA experience.”
What members say
“Great coaching, encouraging and appropriate for beginners.”
“Such a fun environment to train in and everyone is super friendly and welcoming!”
“This is a great place for anyone looking to learn Brazilian jiu-jitsu, self-defense, and real-world safety skills in a welcoming and encouraging environment.”
“The instructors are incredibly attentive, patient, and knowledgeable—they take the time to make sure you truly understand each technique before moving on.”
“Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Novi has been a surprising joy for me.”
“I’ve been taking a women’s self-defense class at this jiu-jitsu gym, and I can’t recommend it enough.”
From the reviews
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Novi has been a surprising joy for me. Initially hesitant, I now train three days a week (when work isn't crazy) finding it both physically and mentally rewarding.
I’ve been taking a women’s self-defense class at this jiu-jitsu gym, and I can’t recommend it enough. The instructors are incredibly attentive, patient, and knowledgeable—they take the time to make sure you truly understand each technique before moving on.
Caique Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at iMA has been a fantastic experience. The instructors create an environment where students can learn, improve, and challenge themselves regardless of experience level. The emphasis on technique, patience, and personal growth really stands out.
Discovering a gym where the focus is on personal growth and skill development is a fantastic achievement. It's inspiring to hear that you've found a place that not only challenges your physical capabilities but also nurtures your mental resilience.
New to BJJ? Start at Caique Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Novi
Caique Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Novi comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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 Caique Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Novi
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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