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Commonwealth Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Livonia, Michigan

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens 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
  • Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
  • Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule cmmnwlth.org — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (734) 743-1624

Hours

Monday 6 AM–9:30 PM
Tuesday 6 AM–9:30 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–9:30 PM
Thursday 6 AM–9:30 PM
Friday 6 AM–9:30 PM
Saturday 10 AM–2:30 PM
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 Commonwealth Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 4 mentions

“If you're interested in Muay Thai, There's different Muay Thai classes: kids MT, women only MT, adult MT (co-op), Muay Thai Sparring 101.”

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💪 Women's BJJ 3 mentions

“Ladies, if you're looking for Women Only Muay Thai, this is the place!”

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🏆 Competition Team 2 mentions

“Whether you’re just starting or want to compete at the highest levels, you will find training partners and a community ready to be your second family.”

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🔓 Open Mat

“Went to an open mat and had a great experience, I learned so much and walked out better at jiujitsu!”

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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 Commonwealth Jiu Jitsu — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Muay Thai 9 mentions

“Training at Commonwealth is one of the best decisions you can make for your BJJ/ Muay Thai game .”

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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 49 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 4 mentions

“Very welcoming community with great coaches who are understanding and patient.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“Very welcoming community with great coaches who are understanding and patient.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 16 mentions

“Whether you’re just starting or want to compete at the highest levels, you will find training partners and a community ready to be your second family.”

active competition team 3 mentions

“Whether you’re just starting or want to compete at the highest levels, you will find training partners and a community ready to be your second family.”

💗 welcoming to women 5 mentions

“Ladies, if you're looking for Women Only Muay Thai, this is the place!”

From the reviews

Simply the best Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai gym in Michigan for all ages and experience levels. Whether you’re just starting or want to compete at the highest levels, you will find training partners and a community ready to be your second family.

★★★★★ — Jay, Feb 2023

Phenomenal gym. I’ve trained and competed at a lot of different gyms, and you won’t regret joining this one. Month-to-month membership, no contracts, no required uniform. They’re not trying to take advantage of you. The membership structure is very relaxed.

★★★★★ — John, Jul 2025

This is not just another jiu jitsu gym, it's a family of martial artists. Always evolving and pushing you to be the best martial artist and person you can be. And you can't beat the schedule. Mornings, noons, and evening classes. Kids, adults, women's classes, AND Muay Thai! Why are you not here yet!

★★★★★ — Aaron, Dec 2023

My daughter (11y) just started doing jui jitsu here a couple weeks ago, she loves it and is constantly asking when her next class is. The instructors are patient and seem to really enjoy teaching. The class is affordable and everyone is friendly. I highly recommend you stop in for a class!

★★★★★ — Roderick, Feb 2023

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New to BJJ? Start at Commonwealth Jiu Jitsu

Commonwealth Jiu Jitsu 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first BJJ class at Commonwealth 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 Commonwealth Jiu Jitsu

31629 Plymouth Rd, Livonia, MI48150

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