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Darkside Jiu-Jitsu LLC
4.9 ★★★★★ 60 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Plainville, Massachusetts
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule darksidebjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (508) 333-4678
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Great energy and will get you right with your kids, if you wanna be a fighter, if you just want self defense etc.”
“As a woman I was nervous about trying Jiu Jitsu and finding a gym where I would feel safe and respected.”
“His ability to use multiple approaches to teach techniques is mind blowing, especially important when teaching adolescents.”
“If you’re looking to learn self-defense, train different kinds of martial arts, or just simply get in shape, this is the place for you.”
“If you have been nervous about trying Jiu Jitsu for the first time or wanting to find your new favorite gym, Darkside is what you are looking for!”
Other martial arts here
“Whatever you’re into Muay Thai, kickboxing, jiu jitsu, or mma it has it all and can attend any class, any day for a great price.”
“Whatever you’re into Muay Thai, kickboxing, jiu jitsu, or mma it has it all and can attend any class, any day for a great price.”
“Whatever you’re into Muay Thai, kickboxing, jiu jitsu, or mma it has it all and can attend any class, any day for a great price.”
What members say
“Incredible coaching, coaches prioritize students and give them the attention they need to grow to their best ability.”
“If you have been nervous about trying Jiu Jitsu for the first time or wanting to find your new favorite gym, Darkside is what you are looking for!”
“Such a welcoming and laid back environment and the coaches are so attentive to everyone especially new students!”
“His ability to use multiple approaches to teach techniques is mind blowing, especially important when teaching adolescents.”
“I had taken some time off training and my health and weight got out of control within 6 months I have lost over 60 pounds and am on my way to being in the best shape of my life.”
From the reviews
Amazing school Shane is an incredible teacher and motivator. His ability to use multiple approaches to teach techniques is mind blowing, especially important when teaching adolescents. His down to earth calm teaching style is refreshing.
I have been training jiu jitsu and MMA for almost 6 years now I've been all around New England training at various gyms over the years and am even blessed enough to have students of my own, I can safely say this is one of my favorite jiu jitsu gyms around.
This gym, its members and owner Shane are all amazing. I've been training there for 5 months now and beyond my jiu-jitsu improving immensely, my quality of life and overall well-being have improved.
Very friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Shane teaches great techniques. All the students were friendly as well. Didn't see a single mat spaz. I'd be more than willing to suggest this place for children or adults.to go learn some great self defense skills.
New to BJJ? Start at Darkside Jiu-Jitsu LLC
Darkside Jiu-Jitsu LLC 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 Darkside Jiu-Jitsu LLC
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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