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Russell Boxing & Brazilian jiujitsu
5 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Schenectady, New York
Plan your first class
- 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
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- Website & schedule brazukajiujitsu.com.br — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 518-878-2735
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–5 am |
| Tuesday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–1 pm |
The classes they run
Other martial arts here
“Jay Russell has been training in and teaching jiujitsu, boxing, wrestling, kickboxing, and mixed martial arts for close to three decades.”
“Jay Russell has been training in and teaching jiujitsu, boxing, wrestling, kickboxing, and mixed martial arts for close to three decades.”
“Jay Russell has been training in and teaching jiujitsu, boxing, wrestling, kickboxing, and mixed martial arts for close to three decades.”
“Jay Russell has been training in and teaching jiujitsu, boxing, wrestling, kickboxing, and mixed martial arts for close to three decades.”
What members say
“Jays a awesome, could not believe the amount of info I’ve learned, hands down one of the Best instructors in area, very humble.”
“He has a great way of breaking down complex techniques so they’re easy to understand, all while keeping the training positive and disciplined.”
“The instruction provided is tailored to individuals so that they are able to perform at their best, while improving their skills and building confidence.”
From the reviews
Jay Russell has been training in and teaching jiujitsu, boxing, wrestling, kickboxing, and mixed martial arts for close to three decades. He is an original pioneer of these arts in his community. His technique, and his ability to articulate and demonstrate to all of the students is masterful.
This is a great place to go for boxing and jiujitsu- for any level of athlete from beginners to advanced. The instruction provided is tailored to individuals so that they are able to perform at their best, while improving their skills and building confidence.
We've been with Coach Jay for over 6 years, and he’s been an outstanding coach. He has a great way of breaking down complex techniques so they’re easy to understand, all while keeping the training positive and disciplined. Coach Jay knows how to adjust his approach to fit each student's experience and goals.
Started going to this gym for about a month now and has really leveled up my game, Coach Mike is a real talent and is one of the best to train with definitely recommend this gym to anyone looking to lose weight, compete, or even simply just train they do it all!
Your first BJJ class at Russell Boxing & Brazilian jiujitsu
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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