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Diego Saraiva Brazilian Jiu Jitsu / Nova União Atlanta
5 ★★★★★ 111 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Norcross, Georgia
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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule saraivabjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (943) 204-0582
Hours
| Monday | 12–1 PM, 6–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–1 PM, 6–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–1 PM, 6–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6–9 PM |
| Friday | 12–1 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Perfect place for training for kids and adults!”
“On top of that, the gym has some legit world-class competitors, which makes training even more exciting and pushes everyone to improve.”
“Everyone is welcomed, supported, and encouraged, whether you are brand new to jiu jitsu or have been on the mats for years.”
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What members say
“Diego is not only an incredible professor/coach with deep technical knowledge, but also someone who truly invests in his students’ growth on and off the mats.”
“This gym has some of the best vibes I’ve ever experienced—super welcoming but still tough and competitive.”
“Diego and Fernanda run this place as a small family business, and you can feel that the moment you walk in.”
“Diego was teaching the class and demonstrated the technique of the day in detail, and after a few rounds, we did several "king of the hill" rounds, followed by rolling.”
“I have gained so much confidence from training here and love learning from these amazing professors!”
From the reviews
I love doing bjj here. The facility is always so clean and everyone is so kind and welcoming. It truly feels like a family. Professor Diego and Dj are always making sure everyone is safe and enjoying their time while also learning the best techniques.
Diego Saraiva Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is more than just a gym. It is a true team and community built with care, intention, and heart. Diego and Fernanda run this place as a small family business, and you can feel that the moment you walk in.
I can’t say enough good things about Diego Savaiva BJJ. From day one, I felt welcomed and supported by Diego, Fernanda and everyone. Diego is not only an incredible professor/coach with deep technical knowledge, but also someone who truly invests in his students’ growth on and off the mats.
This gym has some of the best vibes I’ve ever experienced—super welcoming but still tough and competitive. From day one, I felt at home while getting solid training. Diago is an awesome instructor, always bringing great energy to every class.
New to BJJ? Start at Diego Saraiva Brazilian Jiu Jitsu / Nova União Atlanta
Diego Saraiva Brazilian Jiu Jitsu / Nova União Atlanta 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.
Your first BJJ class at Diego Saraiva Brazilian Jiu Jitsu / Nova União Atlanta
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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