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Newaza Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Club
4.9 ★★★★★ 68 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Fitchburg, Massachusetts
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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule newazabjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (978) 696-5417
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:30–10 AM, 4:30–8:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–8:45 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30–10 AM, 4:30–8:45 PM |
| Friday | 5 PM–12 AM |
| Saturday | 12–8 AM, 9:30 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“When I started, the students and coaches went out of their way to introduce themselves and make me feel at home as well as help me get up to speed on the basics.”
“My daughter Adrianna began her jiu jitsu journey at just 7 years old, and now at 12½, the transformation has been nothing short of incredible.”
“The dojo is spotless, with separate men’s and women’s changing rooms, and as a woman in a close-contact sport, I’ve always felt safe, respected, and supported.”
“I’ve competed and brought home multiple medals from Bronze all the way to Gold and the best part is, I’m still growing.”
“Self defense is something that cannot be take lightly, and Newaza's commitment to excellence, family and respect shows in all of the coaches and the students.”
“The training environment is friendly and welcoming, making it a great place for beginners and experienced practitioners.”
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What members say
“Me and my two girls, 14 and 12 have been training at Newaza for a few weeks already and from the first day we walked in, we were warmly welcomed by Rogerio and his team.”
“Self defense is something that cannot be take lightly, and Newaza's commitment to excellence, family and respect shows in all of the coaches and the students.”
“When I started, the students and coaches went out of their way to introduce themselves and make me feel at home as well as help me get up to speed on the basics.”
“Our daughter has gained increased confidence, discipline, and resilience through their program.”
“I’ve competed and brought home multiple medals from Bronze all the way to Gold and the best part is, I’m still growing.”
“The dojo is spotless, with separate men’s and women’s changing rooms, and as a woman in a close-contact sport, I’ve always felt safe, respected, and supported.”
From the reviews
I’ve met professor Roger about 10 years ago. He’s a great human being. Just now I joined the Newaza bjj family. Everyone was welcoming and friendly. I bet will love it here. They also have a great kids program.
We started with Newaza 2.5 years ago and so happy we did! The instructors possess extensive knowledge and organize fun drills. What stands out the most is the individualized teaching approach towards each student, tailoring their methods to suit the unique needs and learning styles of every student to ensure each…
Me and my two girls, 14 and 12 have been training at Newaza for a few weeks already and from the first day we walked in, we were warmly welcomed by Rogerio and his team. The classes are taught with great passion and Knowledge, making learning Jiu-Jitsu a rewarding experience.
I’ve been a member of the Newaza family for approximately 2.5 years now and WOW! Newaza has an amazing team of instructors who are super knowledgeable and passionate about Jiu Jitsu. The training environment is friendly and welcoming, making it a great place for beginners and experienced practitioners.
New to BJJ? Start at Newaza Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Club
Newaza Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Club 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 Newaza Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Club
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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