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Gustavo Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Wilson, NC
5 ★★★★★ 83 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Wilson, North Carolina
Plan your first class
- 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 gustavomachadojiujitsunc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 252-203-0028
Hours
| Monday | 6–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6–9 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter(9) has been going here for awhile now, she’s gained so much self confidence since starting along with self defense and friends.”
“My daughter(9) has been going here for awhile now, she’s gained so much self confidence since starting along with self defense and friends.”
“Whether you're brand new to Jiu-Jitsu, searching for a new home academy, or just passing through, this academy and its culture are truly worth experiencing.”
Other martial arts here
“Coming from a background in collegiate wrestling, sambo, and BJJ, I can honestly say this gym stands out.”
What members say
“They have amazing coaches, very patient and knowledgeable.”
“The environment is very clean, safe, and welcoming to all skill levels to include a fantastic youth program.”
“I highly recommend if you've ever wanted to try jiu-jitsu this is definitely the place that you should come to and join the family!”
“Third, the overall program has dramatically benefited my son. From discipline, patience, and respect, I can’t express the positive change I have seen in him enough.”
“We absolutely love Scott and the at coaches at Gustavo Machado —they strike the perfect balance between teaching discipline and making the classes genuinely fun.”
From the reviews
Great academy with a very positive atmosphere! Our 8 year old daughter trains here under Professor Scott and immediately she was hooked. She loves all the instructors and is always ready to go to class. Great place for kids to learn self defense and get positive feedback. Highly Recommended!
My Grandson joined Gustavo68 approximately 12-14 weeks ago. I must say that since day one, I’ve seen positive changes in him. At Gustavo, they not only teach how to train and learn to defend themselves, but also extend what’s he’s learned at home.
Maaannnnn…. What a great group of people!!! Scott and his students are absolutely incredible I came to visit down from Baltimore and they welcomed me literally with open arms 🤣😂… Scott is an extraordinary teacher and absolute animal on the mat… all of his students are monsters and are technically sound… if you’re…
My daughter(9) has been going here for awhile now, she’s gained so much self confidence since starting along with self defense and friends. They have amazing coaches, very patient and knowledgeable. The owner is always available for info and to help in anyway. I’d recommend them to anyone but especially for kids.
New to BJJ? Start at Gustavo Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Wilson, NC
Gustavo Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Wilson, NC 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 Gustavo Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Wilson, NC
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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