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Folgo Jiujitsu
5 ★★★★★ 6 Google reviews · BJJ gym in North Providence, Rhode Island
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 folgobjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 401-358-8313
Hours
| Monday | 12–1 pm, 5–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–1 pm, 6–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–1 pm, 5–8 pm |
| Thursday | 12–1 pm, 6–8 pm |
| Friday | 12–1 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“People from all walks of life and all skill levels train here, if you’re on the fence, I urge you to try a class.”
“My son joined here first and has done very well competing in different events under Gene's guidance.”
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What members say
“Everyone is helpful and welcoming, regardless of your background or experience level.”
“Everyone is helpful and welcoming, regardless of your background or experience level.”
“He's also able to explain those trends and translate them into actual technique for both those who have experience and those who do not.”
From the reviews
I myself have not participated as I don't do jujitsu but I do come by to watch occasionally as moral support for my partner who does. Love the vibes and it is very evident the students appreciate the instructor very much. He's very supportive and kindhearted. Very cool place, would recommend
I've been going here for a few weeks now and the gym is great. I've gone to a number of gyms over the years and have very much enjoyed my time here: 1) (Maybe this is a minor point for some) The gym is kept clean. Some gyms aren't, this one is. 2) It's a great deal.
If you’re looking for somewhere to learn BJJ in RI , then this is the place to go. I’ve been going a few weeks and found Gene to be extremely knowledgeable, highly skilled and passionate about teaching BJJ. The atmosphere was welcoming and supportive making it a great place for beginners.
I was apprehensive about starting jiujitsu - being in my 40’s and out of shape so I checked out a few local places. I’m glad I settled on Folgo. Everyone is helpful and welcoming, regardless of your background or experience level. The owner / instructor has an impressive resume in his training and experience.
New to BJJ? Start at Folgo Jiujitsu
Folgo Jiujitsu 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 Folgo Jiujitsu
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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