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Renzo Gracie NH

5 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Manchester, New Hampshire

Part of Renzo Gracie Academy

BJJ gym Free trial Affiliated Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

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

  • 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
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule renzogracienh.org — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (603) 777-2775

Hours

Monday 12–7 PM
Tuesday 9 AM–7 PM
Wednesday 12–7 PM
Thursday 9 AM–7 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 9–11 AM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Renzo Gracie NH, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 5 mentions

“Been going for 8 months our step kids go to the kids class and they love it too.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Amazing place to train jujitsu and learn self defense such a welcoming place definitely recommend.”

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🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“The classes are well-structured and safe, accommodating to both beginners and those with more experience.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 12 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 2 mentions

“Professor Kevin Landry and his staff are incredible instructors who have become like family.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“The classes are well-structured and safe, accommodating to both beginners and those with more experience.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 8 mentions

“Amazing place to train jujitsu and learn self defense such a welcoming place definitely recommend.”

🎖️ legit lineage & affiliation 12 mentions

“My family has been training Jiu Jitsu at Renzo Gracie New Hampshire for almost seven years.”

🧼 clean, well-kept mats 4 mentions

“All three of the academies are top-notch, with clean and spacious training areas.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 4 mentions

“Ever since I started Jiu jitsu I’ve noticed my confidence and self esteem go up and I’m less nervous to go to new places.”

From the reviews

My family has been training Jiu Jitsu at Renzo Gracie New Hampshire for almost seven years. Professor Kevin Landry and his staff are incredible instructors who have become like family. From the moment you walk in the door you are warmly welcomed making for a comfortable environment especially for newcomers.

★★★★★ — Beth, Nov 2023

I’ve been training for 6 years and this is hands down one of the best gyms I’ve been to. The people and the staff are so friendly and it’s really a family environment. Ever since I started Jiu jitsu I’ve noticed my confidence and self esteem go up and I’m less nervous to go to new places.

★★★★★ — Frank, Nov 2023

I have been going for 3 years now. It's a wonderful community. They invite everyone in at all levels. The Professor helps answer all questions and teaches you an a manner thats easy to understand. All the other instructors like Ty, Tim and Dave are super helpful and will met you at your skill and experience level.

★★★★★ — Mike, Mar 2025

My son has recently completed his second kids class at the Manchester NH location led by David Lombard and we could not be more thankful that our little guy is a student at Renzo Gracie!! David is a 10/10 instructor/leader and we are looking forward to the future!!! 😃

★★★★★ — Stephen, Jan 2026

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New to BJJ? Start at Renzo Gracie NH

Renzo Gracie NH 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first BJJ class at Renzo Gracie NH

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 Renzo Gracie NH

590 Second St 2nd Floor, Manchester, NH03102

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