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Legacy self defense Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 10 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Brookfield, Connecticut
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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 203-648-1347
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 am |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5–9 am |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 5–9 am |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“As I tell everyone, joining once a week is as pricey as every other kids activity, but if you do twice or 3 times a weeks it's a steal!”
“Master Luciano’s passion for self defense Jiu-Jitsu and his focus on both technique and mindset make every class rewarding.”
What members say
“His teaching is clear, detailed, and always tailored to each student's needs, whether you're a beginner or more advanced.”
“🥋 Our whole family—me, my husband, and our kids—train here, and it has been such an incredible experience for all of us.”
“His teaching is clear, detailed, and always tailored to each student's needs, whether you're a beginner or more advanced.”
“Luciano has a direct lineage to the Gracie family in Brazil, and he truly shares everything he knows from the ground up.”
“If you’re looking for a place to train, build confidence, and be part of a great community, we highly recommend Legacy Jiu Jitsu!”
From the reviews
I started training under Master Luciano Oliveira in September 2024, and it's been an amazing experience so far. His teaching is clear, detailed, and always tailored to each student's needs, whether you're a beginner or more advanced.
I started training around September because of my friend Ian. Ian was a very good student who always trys his best. He told me how BJJ has changed his life and I wanted to see the hype. Soon after a couple of trial classes I enjoyed myself.
Our family has had a great experience here. My 9-year-old has been training for about 2 years, and my 3-year-old started around 6 months ago. We’ve seen a big difference in their confidence, discipline, and focus — and they genuinely enjoy going to class.
I have been training at the self-defense academy with Master Luciano, and I can only offer praise. He is a highly skilled, dedicated, and passionate professional. The classes are well-structured, providing excellent technical learning while also fostering self-confidence and discipline.
Your first BJJ class at Legacy self defense Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
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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