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Nova Geração Davis Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
4.8 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Davis, California
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
- Membership memberships run around $250/mo — many academies also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule novageracaodavis.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 530-220-3624
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–1 pm, 4–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–7 am, 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–1 pm, 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7 am, 4–8 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–1 pm |
The classes they run
“NG and Michael Quigley teach very fundamentally sound Jiu Jitsu.”
“Lucianna is his right hand, she loves the children and adults as if they are her own family, and puts her heart and soul into every person that enters those doors.”
“Furthermore, Michael himself is a seasoned competitor who still competes at a high level and comes from an esteemed lineage of BJJ.”
“Michael provides personal, one-on-one level attention to each member during classes and we focus on the subtleties and micro adjustments needed for success on the mats.”
Other martial arts here
“From the first day I have felt welcomed and I would recommend to anyone willing to invest the time to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu or Muay Thui.”
What members say
“Nova Geração has a great instructor and students who all care about each other’s growth and safety, and they accommodate students of any skill level.”
“Nova Geração Davis been welcoming to all new comers no matter their experience level or age and I highly recommend giving it shot if you are interested.”
“Lucianna is his right hand, she loves the children and adults as if they are her own family, and puts her heart and soul into every person that enters those doors.”
“He is able to push people to fulfill their potential as well as explain the details of jiu-jitsu simply, with easy-to-understand metaphors.”
“I’ve lost weight, put on muscle, gained confidence and skill, and joined a new family I know will be there for my entire BJJ journey.”
“Furthermore, Michael himself is a seasoned competitor who still competes at a high level and comes from an esteemed lineage of BJJ.”
From the reviews
I had no martial arts background before coming here and quickly fell in love with BJJ. Classes are challenging and you will learn to push yourself. There's a great community of people at this gym, and they all support one another. This place has become a second home to me, and the people here are my family.
I started training at Nova Geração Davis shortly after enrolling my two kids (8 & 10) over a year ago. The training has been a real positive for both myself and my kids. Their conditioning and general ability in sports have improved quite a bit since starting.
I started BJJ at Nova Geraçao under Michael Quigley right before the Pandemic hit in 2020. My husband has been training here for about 3 years and this gym has quickly become a place we call family. The community and support here are what keeps us coming back every day.
I've been training at Nova Geração for just over a year and I love it here. The gym is like a second home and family. It has a fun and supportive atmosphere. The instructor Michael is a great coach and teacher.
Your first BJJ class at Nova Geração Davis Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
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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