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Raven Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Cumming, Georgia

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The things reviewers bring up again and again across 11 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 5 mentions

“Professor Omar is one of the most knowledgeable black belts I’ve had the pleasure of training with, and he genuinely cares about your well-being and progress.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 7 mentions

“I tried three other places in the area and decided to stay at Raven in the end as it was a really welcoming atmosphere.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“Omar Lira is an incredible instructor, and his attention to detail is unmatched.”

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If you want to learn or continue your journey in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu this is the school you should be a part of. Your training partners will become your family and this will become your second home.

★★★★★ — Darwin, Dec 2017

If you are looking to get into Jiu Jitsu, you can't find a better gym in Cumming, GA than Raven Jiu Jitsu. Omar Lira is an incredible instructor, and his attention to detail is unmatched. The students are a phenomenal group of people, making the atmosphere as if it is a second family.

★★★★★ — Love, Dec 2017

Love it here! I tried three other places in the area and decided to stay at Raven in the end as it was a really welcoming atmosphere. The guys are friendly, not at all intimidating and they are very willing to help, going at my slow pace.

★★★★★ — Delia, May 2023

This is a great place to train BJJ. Great instructors and a friendly atmosphere. The attention to detail when teaching the techniques is amazing.

★★★★★ — Phillip, Apr 2023

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Your first BJJ class at Raven Brazilian 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.

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 Raven Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

110 Industrial Park Dr, Cumming, GA30040

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