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Primal Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Derry, New Hampshire
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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule primaljiujitsuacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (978) 729-3820
Hours
| Monday | 6–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 9–10 AM, 6–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6–8 PM |
| Friday | 9–10 AM, 6–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Been under Nicks guidance for over 6 years now, starting as a complete beginner not knowing anything to being competent enough to compete in mma due to his teachings.”
“Been under Nicks guidance for over 6 years now, starting as a complete beginner not knowing anything to being competent enough to compete in mma due to his teachings.”
Other martial arts here
“Been under Nicks guidance for over 6 years now, starting as a complete beginner not knowing anything to being competent enough to compete in mma due to his teachings.”
What members say
“Always professional, incredible instructor, very knowledgeable, and has a great disposition with people which makes him a great teacher!”
“Been under Nicks guidance for over 6 years now, starting as a complete beginner not knowing anything to being competent enough to compete in mma due to his teachings.”
“Always welcoming, willing to answer questions, and help his students achieve their goals - highly recommend”
“It is one thing if someone has skill… it’s quite a different beast if they are equally skilled at teaching and imparting the techniques they have learned on their students.”
“Been under Nicks guidance for over 6 years now, starting as a complete beginner not knowing anything to being competent enough to compete in mma due to his teachings.”
“If you’re looking for a great gym with world class instruction no matter what background, I recommend this gym.”
From the reviews
Nick Fiore has managed to parlay his acumen as a high level Jiu Jitsu and MMA practitioner to the science of teaching these disciplines. Over several years, he has honed the ability to transfer his wealth of knowledge to his students.
Nick was the person who introduced me to jiu jitsu 5 years ago. As someone who has been learning from Nick my entire jiu jitsu journey, I can say that his patience and clear, detailed instruction makes me feel comfortable and prepared in class and live rolls.
Been under Nicks guidance for over 6 years now, starting as a complete beginner not knowing anything to being competent enough to compete in mma due to his teachings. He is the best jiu jitsu instructor in all of New England and I would highly recommend checking out his gym, you won’t regret it!
Nick Fiore was my first jiu jitsu professor and my level of training would not be where it’s at today if it wasn’t for him pushing me to work harder, use technique and teaching me to relax and not panic.
New to BJJ? Start at Primal Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts
Primal Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts 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.
Your first BJJ class at Primal Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts
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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