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First Response Mixed Martial Arts and Behring Jiu-Jitsu LLC
5 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Batavia, New York
Plan your first class
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Website & schedule firstresponsemma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
The classes they run
“It’s a great place for beginners looking to build confidence, develop self-defense skills, and grow personally.”
Other martial arts here
“Thank you also for your patient instruction in the art of Muay Thai, I have learned so much already!”
“There’s a wide variety of classes for all ages — MMA, striking, gi, jiu-jitsu, kids classes, and more!”
What members say
“Pete is a solid coach and mentor, the gym has a great crowd and lots of experience.”
“He’s an outstanding head coach and creates an environment that’s welcoming, disciplined, and motivating.”
From the reviews
Variety of classes offered week in and week out. Pete (owner) does an excellent job teaching students. I came in with little experience and have an absolute blast every time I attend a class. Morning and night options available! Whether you’re new to mixed martial arts or you’re an expert join our team!
Amazing training and awesome people! This place has genuinely changed my life for the better. Coach Pete is a great motivator and helps all of his students get better. I always look forward to the next time I get to train!
Great place to train and hone your craft. Pete is a solid coach and mentor, the gym has a great crowd and lots of experience. I highly recommend this gym for anyone who wants a challenge and to better themselves.
I absolutely love this gym and Coach Pete! He’s an outstanding head coach and creates an environment that’s welcoming, disciplined, and motivating. There’s a wide variety of classes for all ages — MMA, striking, gi, jiu-jitsu, kids classes, and more!
Your first BJJ class at First Response Mixed Martial Arts and Behring 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. 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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