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Luiz Paulo Jiu Jitsu - West Bridgewater MA

5 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · BJJ gym in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts

BJJ gym Affiliated Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

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

  • 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
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule luizpaulojiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 603-351-1174

Hours

Monday 5:30–7:30 pm
Tuesday 4:30–7:30 pm
Wednesday 5:30–7:30 am
Thursday 4:30–7:30 pm
Friday 5:30–7:30 am
Saturday 9:30–11:30 am
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 Luiz Paulo Jiu Jitsu - West Bridgewater MA, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 2 mentions

“Nate is an excellent coach and great with the kids showing patience and able to help them understand what they are accomplishing.”

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🏆 Competition Team 5 mentions

“As an active jiu jitsu competitor, one thing I have learned is the importance of the professor and the gym you train at.”

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🌱 Beginners 4 mentions

“I have been to a bunch of gyms all over the US, Coach Nate's teaching style is great for the beginner all the way to the advanced skill level.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 43 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 14 mentions

“Coach Nate Hays is not only a great instructor but he cares about your development I have worked with him for years and can say he has always been there for me on and off the mats.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“I have been to a bunch of gyms all over the US, Coach Nate's teaching style is great for the beginner all the way to the advanced skill level.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 4 mentions

“Nate creates a welcoming and supportive environment for all of his students, regardless of their level of experience.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 7 mentions

“Nate is a natural teacher and is able to break down Luiz's BJJ framework into easy to understand movements with a focus on the subtle details that make the movements effective.”

active competition team 5 mentions

“As an active jiu jitsu competitor, one thing I have learned is the importance of the professor and the gym you train at.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 3 mentions

“Nate is a natural teacher and is able to break down Luiz's BJJ framework into easy to understand movements with a focus on the subtle details that make the movements effective.”

From the reviews

I have been to a bunch of gyms all over the US, Coach Nate's teaching style is great for the beginner all the way to the advanced skill level. Luiz Paulo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a great environment to learn, grow, and compete at the highest level.

★★★★★ — Dennis, Jul 2022

I have been training with Nate for over a year and he has absolutely elevated my Jiu Jitsu game. Whether you’re brand new to the sport, or have been training for a while Nate has the Jiu Jitsu knowledge to find or improve your game. His attention to detail and work ethic are unparalleled.

★★★★★ — James, Jul 2022

As an active jiu jitsu competitor, one thing I have learned is the importance of the professor and the gym you train at. I have been training with Nate for over 2 years and I don’t have enough great things to say about him.

★★★★★ — Matt, Jul 2022

Coach Hays is easily the best instructor I have had in any discipline. The amount of knowledge and escoerience I gained under his tutelage were invaluable. He dedicated so much of his time to help a group of us through a critical period in our lives, I could never forget it.

★★★★★ — Eric, Jul 2022

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New to BJJ? Start at Luiz Paulo Jiu Jitsu - West Bridgewater MA

Luiz Paulo Jiu Jitsu - West Bridgewater MA 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.

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Your first BJJ class at Luiz Paulo Jiu Jitsu - West Bridgewater MA

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 Luiz Paulo Jiu Jitsu - West Bridgewater MA

120 W Center St #12, West Bridgewater, MA02379

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