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Rothwell Mixed Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 80 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Kenosha, Wisconsin

BJJ gym Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team

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
  • 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
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  • Website & schedule rothwellmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (262) 764-5020

Hours

Monday 4–8 PM
Tuesday 5–8 PM
Wednesday 4–8 PM
Thursday 5–8 PM
Friday 4–7 PM
Saturday 8 AM–12 PM
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 Rothwell Mixed Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 7 mentions

“Great staff all around, knowledge coaches, and fun family atmosphere for kids classes, Gym offers something for everyone towards self improvement”

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💪 Women's BJJ

“I also didn't know which gym to pick so that I felt comfortable as a woman, not surrounded by a bunch of men who felt exclusive and unaccepting.”

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🏆 Competition Team 2 mentions

“Whether it's your first day on the mat or you are an experienced competitor, this academy offers something for everyone.”

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👤 Private Lessons 2 mentions

“Coach James and his team have worked one on one with my son and helped him overcome his fears and anxiety and participate (several times)!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“From starting your little ones, to getting signed up for a class yourself to learn self defense and burning calories.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Rothwell Mixed Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA 9 mentions

“I’ve been going to Rothwell MMA for about a month after trying a free class on October 4, 2025.”

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🦵 Kickboxing 7 mentions

“Anyone that has ever considered doing kickboxing, bjj, or just getting in shape should come check it out.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 80 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Whether it's your first day on the mat or you are an experienced competitor, this academy offers something for everyone.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 10 mentions

“Great staff all around, knowledge coaches, and fun family atmosphere for kids classes, Gym offers something for everyone towards self improvement”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 2 mentions

“The instructors are patient and detailed in breaking down the mechanics of a strike, kick and block.”

great workout & conditioning 3 mentions

“It is the perfect learning environment for anyone who wants to learn a martial art or someone who wants to get a good sweat in while learning some technique.”

active competition team 2 mentions

“Whether it's your first day on the mat or you are an experienced competitor, this academy offers something for everyone.”

🧼 clean, well-kept mats 3 mentions

“Everything is very clean and there are sterilizing procedures to keep things as nice as possible.”

From the reviews

These guys are awesome! I have a very anxious and emotional 5yo who struggles with new things and group activities. He had been asking for a long time to do a martial art and even though this is the first place we tried, I am so glad we found Rothwell!

★★★★★ — Amanda, Oct 2019

Rothwell Mma is an amazing gym. I started training here 3 months ago and the progress I have made is mind blowing. Everyone at the gym is very friendly and genuinely want to help your progression. I feel like I am part of a family when I come here!

★★★★★ — Caleb, Jan 2016

I'd been interested in the idea of kickboxing for a long time, more and actively for the last few months, but I was intimidated by going to a gym and being completely outclassed and too out-of-shape.

★★★★★ — Carrie, Nov 2015

I’ve been going to Rothwell MMA for about a month after trying a free class on October 4, 2025. The Blast Fitness and Cardio Kickboxing classes are excellent. Coach Jen and Coach Frank keep every workout fresh and different, so it never gets boring.

★★★★★ — Steph, Nov 2025

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Your first BJJ class at Rothwell 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.

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 Rothwell Mixed Martial Arts

12009 53rd Pl, Kenosha, WI53144

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