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Deep Blue Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Caledonia, Michigan

BJJ gym Free trial 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

  • 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
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Website & schedule deepbluebrazilianjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 616-420-4717

Hours

Monday 10–11:30 am, 5–8 pm
Tuesday 5–8 pm
Wednesday 10–11:30 am, 6:30–10 pm
Thursday 5–8 pm
Friday 10–11:30 am
Saturday 11 am–1 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 Deep Blue Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

📘 Fundamentals 2 mentions

“They build confidence in each child that comes to class which is a foundational piece for the life long learning experience.”

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🧒 Kids BJJ 3 mentions

“the teachers for the kids classes are attentive and helpful to all the students and I can see how much he has progressed already in just a month due to their teaching!”

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💪 Women's BJJ

“Literally the best place to start as an adult - especially as a woman!”

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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 Deep Blue Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA

“I have been involved with MMA for 19 years and have been thoroughly impressed with the progress that my sons have made.”

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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 18 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“Have been attending the beginner classes for a little over a month now and I couldn’t ask for a better experience.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 3 mentions

“Lastly, they are team players who are professional and encourage a welcoming environment.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 7 mentions

“Coach Ben is a fantastic teacher- very good at breaking down techniques and going through moves systematically.”

🧼 clean, well-kept mats 3 mentions

“The mats were clean and everyone was very professional.”

From the reviews

Awesome caring instructors that are passionate and patient with my two sons. I have been involved with MMA for 19 years and have been thoroughly impressed with the progress that my sons have made.

★★★★★ — Nathan, Sep 2023

Literally the best place to start as an adult - especially as a woman!! I went around and watched classes at different places before committing to Deep Blue. The beginning instructor is very kind and patient, breaking down moves and explaining all the details.

★★★★★ — Tianna, Apr 2023

Coach Ben is a fantastic teacher- very good at breaking down techniques and going through moves systematically. Deep Blue also has a bunch of great blue belts who are great teachers too! If you’re looking to start BJJ or improve your game, this is the place to be!

★★★★★ — Angie, Oct 2022

Have been attending the beginner classes for a little over a month now and I couldn’t ask for a better experience. Stepping into it I was pretty nervous, but coach Mike does an exceptional job at creating a friendly yet very professional training environment every class to give everyone attending the best possible…

★★★★★ — Jeremy, Feb 2023

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Your first BJJ class at Deep Blue Brazilian 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 Deep Blue Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

9175 Cherry Valley Ave SE Ste K, Caledonia, MI49316

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