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Shinka Suru Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Cranston, Rhode Island
Plan your first class
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule tombokai.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (401) 335-9962
Hours
| Monday | 3–8 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 3–8 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 3–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Our whole family loves this place with kid and adult classes - what started as an after school activity has turned into a life long passion.”
“I had the opportunity to train with Carlos through private sessions, and I can’t recommend him enough.”
“Went in for an introductory class with my family and Carlos did a wonderful job teaching some of the foundational moves for self defense.”
What members say
“Sensei Carlos is an amazing instructor and fun person.”
“Our whole family loves this place with kid and adult classes - what started as an after school activity has turned into a life long passion.”
“The structure and detail applications made it a great learning experience for all ranks and affirms the need for practical application and repetition.”
“No nonsense techniques, just tools to have when needed and the confidence to back it.”
From the reviews
Went in for an introductory class with my family and Carlos did a wonderful job teaching some of the foundational moves for self defense. He was patient, informative and disciplined. He is a wealth of knowledge in this area and I totally recommend this business for really getting the "nitty gritty" of self defense.
Great dojo and community. Our whole family loves this place with kid and adult classes - what started as an after school activity has turned into a life long passion. Carlos is a great teacher- not only does he understand how to work with kids, he also tunes in on each individual to bring out their full potential.
One of the most professional and respectful persons I know, and I have known him for over 30 years. I highly recommend Carlos’s as a martial arts instructor and role model for all.
This dojo and the people there are so cool . Learning all these killer techniques while feeling like family is special. Sensei Carlos is also great with children. Coming here is therapy and I take advantage of the schedule and try to attend 2-3 times a week.
Your first BJJ class at Shinka Suru 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.
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