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Metro West Academy of Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 70 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Natick, Massachusetts
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 (ages 4–18) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule metrowestacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 508-315-3251
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–6 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I love the amount of patience they have with the little ninja classes and my son loves seeing the range of ages that the coaches are; and always asking if he can go see them.”
“The children not only learn self defense but also learn leadership skills, respect and discipline.”
Other martial arts here
“For the other members of the family, the HIIT Kickboxing classes are a must try!”
What members say
“The program also offers a Parent's Night almost every month, and holds events for charity and for family fun.”
“There is a definite emphasis on good solid technique and execution with a lot of good old-fashioned drilling.”
“I love the amount of patience they have with the little ninja classes and my son loves seeing the range of ages that the coaches are; and always asking if he can go see them.”
“The dojo is kept meticulously clean and the programs they run for the kids (Parents Night Out, Haunted Dojo, Summer Camps) are fun and make them feel part of a team.”
“My 7 year old started about 6 months ago, and in this short time I have seen her develop confidence and be proud of herself knowing she's doing a great job.”
From the reviews
Recently, I attended Paul's pistol firearms training, and it was amazing. As a licensed NRA instructor, Paul's deep knowledge of firearms, his engaging teaching style, and his unwavering commitment to safety were beyond impressive.
My wife and I looked at a number of martial arts schools across the Metrowest area for our son (then 6 years old). Many of the facilities we visited were filled with drill sergeant styled instructors barking out orders from the front of the room to a sea of humanity.
Can't say enough good things about this place. We've been attending for about a year and my 6 year old is still having fun, but more importantly he's learning valuable life skills. The facilities are clean, the coaches and sensei's are all great, and the programs are fantastic.
I love the amount of patience they have with the little ninja classes and my son loves seeing the range of ages that the coaches are; and always asking if he can go see them. I have a 4y that started who has such a hard time focusing and attending the classes have helped so much.
New to BJJ? Start at Metro West Academy of Jiu-Jitsu
Metro West Academy of Jiu-Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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 Metro West Academy of 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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