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Rilion Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 100 Google reviews · BJJ gym in West Warwick, Rhode Island
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
- 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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule riliongracieri.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (401) 525-8670
Hours
| Monday | 6–7 AM, 11 AM–12 PM, 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–7 AM, 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–7 AM, 11 AM–12 PM, 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6–7 AM, 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 6–7 AM, 11 AM–12 PM, 5–7 PM |
| Saturday | 9–11 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I bring my Granddaughter (3 and a half years old) and she is picking up moves being taught through the exercises and games Jamie teaches.”
“) I've leveled up my jiu-jitsu game, fought in tournaments, and got in much better shape— but it's more than just that.”
“I never imagined that I would still be taking twice-a-week private lessons with Professor Rai nearly 3 years and over one hundred and twenty lessons later.”
“Many classes, open mats, semi-private, and private lessons are offered.”
“I never thought I would take a BJJ or any self-defense class at 44yrs old, but I'm so glad I did.”
“He’s very personable, takes one on one time to meet you at your level whether thats beginner or advanced experience.”
What members say
“Coach Rai is an incredible instructor, he explains all of the techniques thoroughly and breaks everything down so well that even more complex concepts are easy to learn.”
“Everyone is very welcoming, encouraging, and always push you to do your best but also making sure you learn through the process as well.”
“Everyone is very welcoming, encouraging, and always push you to do your best but also making sure you learn through the process as well.”
“Coach Rai is an incredible instructor, he explains all of the techniques thoroughly and breaks everything down so well that even more complex concepts are easy to learn.”
“) I've leveled up my jiu-jitsu game, fought in tournaments, and got in much better shape— but it's more than just that.”
“We have been going to Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in Warwick, Rhode Island for about a month now and we will be attending as long as this class is offered.”
From the reviews
Rillion Gracie RI, man, let me tell you, it's been a wild ride. The coach there, he's like a jiu-jitsu wizard, knows his stuff inside out. He’s dedicated to his craft of jiu jitsu and always pays close attention to make a personal connection with all his students. And the crew?
I started Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at age 50 because I work in the psychiatric area of healthcare. The staff are often subjected to violent patient interaction. I wanted to feel safe and be able to protect myself, co-workers, and patients from assaults.
I have to say this school is truly an amazing school from the instructor who is always there for every class and who truly cares for his students. It’s great to have an instructor who watches you drill/roll while helping you correct your technique or how to get out from a tough spot.
I’m new to the gym and I love it! The teacher Ria is really good at teaching. Though he can be in a room full of other students, he is very attentive to each individual and how to better them. I love the culture there as well! They are huge with acknowledging each person, because they believe each person has value.
New to BJJ? Start at Rilion Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Rilion Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy 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 Rilion Gracie 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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