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Carlson Gracie Brookfield Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 13 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Brookfield, Connecticut

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BJJ gym Affiliated Kids & teens

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
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  • Phone +1 203-343-4053

Hours

Monday 8–9:30 pm
Tuesday 7–8:30 pm
Wednesday 8–9:30 pm
Thursday 8–9:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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 Carlson Gracie Brookfield Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“Whether you are looking to be a fighter, learn self defense, or to pick up a healthy new hobby, this is the best place to train.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Carlson Gracie Brookfield Jiu Jitsu — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 13 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 4 mentions

“The academy is welcoming to all ages and levels and you truly feel embraced by everyone there.”

🎖️ legit lineage & affiliation 8 mentions

“Brookfield Carlson Gracie school is a true martial art BJJ based on the legendary Carlson Gracie style.”

From the reviews

Carlson Gracie Brookfield is the best place to train jiu jitsu. True traditional Brazilian jiu jitsu, lead by very experienced and knowledgeable instructors. A lot of training and hard work, but also a lot of fun and camaraderie.

★★★★★ — Paoli, Feb 2025

If you want to learn the art of Brazilian Jiujitsu and Judo to the highest degree, be surrounded by amazing people that share the desire to evolve and become the best version of yourself, Carlson Gracie Brookfield is the place for you.

★★★★★ — Luis, Feb 2025

Best BJJ around. Brookfield Carlson Gracie school is a true martial art BJJ based on the legendary Carlson Gracie style. Completely different from the other schools seen around. If you want to learn true Jiu Jitsu that’s the place!

★★★★★ — Lúcio, Feb 2025

Love coming here, everyone is so friendly and welcoming. Always learning new things all while having fun.

★★★★★ — Dangelo, Mar 2025

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Your first BJJ class at Carlson Gracie Brookfield 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 Carlson Gracie Brookfield Jiu Jitsu

994 Federal Rd Ste 1, Brookfield, CT06804

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