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Fierce Academy RI MMA BJJ

5 ★★★★★ 70 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Manville, Rhode Island

BJJ gym Free trial Private lessons No-gi 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
  • Membership memberships run around $130/mo — many academies also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
  • 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 fierce-academy.gymdesk.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 401-256-9394

Hours

Monday 9 am–8 pm
Tuesday 9 am–8 pm
Wednesday 9 am–8 pm
Thursday 9 am–8 pm
Friday 9 am–8 pm
Saturday 10 am–5 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 Fierce Academy RI MMA BJJ, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

Teens BJJ

“I did wrestling in high school amongst other sports.”

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🩳 No-Gi

“Great instructors for every class from No-Gi to Gi and MMA/Striking, atmosphere is family/team oriented with a very strong skill base from all teammates and instructors.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“They get you ready if you want to compete if that is your goal.”

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👤 Private Lessons 3 mentions

“I have been personal training with him for approximately six months now, and my goals and gains have been outstanding.”

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🔓 Open Mat 2 mentions

“I am understanding fundamentals and getting to use them on Saturdays for open Mat.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“I highly recommend Fierce Academy to anyone who is wanting to get healthy and learn some valuable self defense skills.”

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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 Fierce Academy RI MMA BJJ — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA 3 mentions

“Great instructors for every class from No-Gi to Gi and MMA/Striking, atmosphere is family/team oriented with a very strong skill base from all teammates and instructors.”

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🤸 Wrestling

“I did wrestling in high school amongst other sports.”

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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 70 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 4 mentions

“Great instructors for every class from No-Gi to Gi and MMA/Striking, atmosphere is family/team oriented with a very strong skill base from all teammates and instructors.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“My first class I was gassed out (Hard to breath, head feels dizzy) and now in my ninth class I am able to keep up with everyone for the most part.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 18 mentions

“Great instructors for every class from No-Gi to Gi and MMA/Striking, atmosphere is family/team oriented with a very strong skill base from all teammates and instructors.”

great workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“The small group classes have been a great way to learn how to properly workout without being overwhelmed.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“The instructors are very knowledgeable and it's affordable.”

From the reviews

Amazing Gym, looking to change or maintain a healthy life style this the place for you. Workouts fun fellow members are inspiring. The workouts are personal, Coach Sarra gives instant feedback and adjustments hiring the workout and just the right amount of encouragement, the atmosphere is great. Highly recommended

★★★★★ — Astrid, Mar 2022

Amazing gym! Both Sarra and Vinny are wonderful coaches who truly care about the gym members. Every class is super fun with a lot of support from other members and coaches alike. You will sweat, you will be sore, and you will see results quickly. 10/10 highly recommend!

★★★★★ — Colleen, Jul 2022

Just get to this gym!! Fierce Academy is a perfect gym for all abilities! Extremely knowledgeable coaches! Coach Sarra makes working out actually fun because she’s full of energy and can get you excited about your health and fitness levels.

★★★★★ — Kristin, Nov 2023

Fierce Academy is an amazing team with a great group of coaches. The classes are challenging and fun and the atmosphere is supportive and motivating. I've been a member for a few months now and I've seen a big improvement in my strength and overall health.

★★★★★ — Sophia, Nov 2023

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Your first BJJ class at Fierce Academy RI MMA BJJ

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 Fierce Academy RI MMA BJJ

2 Main St, Manville, RI02838

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