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Team Link Ludlow MA - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 123 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Ludlow, Massachusetts
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule linkbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 413-589-0080
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–9 pm |
The classes they run
“My daughter just recently had a trial class here to see if she liked it and we were all just completely blown away at how friendly, kind and welcoming everyone was.”
“As a woman who has never done wrestling or any martial arts growing up, I had no idea what to expect joining a BJJ gym.”
“BJJ teaches self defense and I think that’s also so important for children and adults to know.”
“I would definitely recommend this gym to beginners or experienced practitioners.”
Other martial arts here
“I started taking Muay Thai classes a few months ago, along with my husband, and it has been a great experience.”
“My son has been a student there for the Moy Thai kick Boxing Classes for about half a year now.”
“My son has been a student there for the Moy Thai kick Boxing Classes for about half a year now.”
“As a woman who has never done wrestling or any martial arts growing up, I had no idea what to expect joining a BJJ gym.”
What members say
“Amazing school and very friendly and very knowledgeable coaches .”
“My daughter just recently had a trial class here to see if she liked it and we were all just completely blown away at how friendly, kind and welcoming everyone was.”
“My daughter just recently had a trial class here to see if she liked it and we were all just completely blown away at how friendly, kind and welcoming everyone was.”
“Whether it’s refining technique, or learning something completely new, they always take the time to clearly explain what we’re working on.”
“It's a great workout, mentally and physically.”
“Phenomenal coaching, a wide range of teammates of all different skill levels and sizes, exceptionally clean mats and locker rooms, and all the gear/merch you need.”
From the reviews
Team Link is the best bjj school around. I've been training here for over 7 years. All the coaches are knowledgeable and encouraging. Truly feels like I'm part of a family. As a female training bjj, I feel so comfortable at team link. It's a great workout, mentally and physically.
My daughter just recently had a trial class here to see if she liked it and we were all just completely blown away at how friendly, kind and welcoming everyone was.
Team Link Ludlow has been one of the best decisions I’ve made for myself. The coaches push you the right way, the energy is positive and you always walk out feeling better than you came in. Everyone treats you with respect, and you learn real technique from people who genuinely care.
I can't recommend Ludlow Link Brazilian Jiu Jitsu enough! My son started a few months ago, and he absolutely loves it. The instructors are not only highly professional but also incredibly kind, creating a welcoming environment for all students. Whenever I have questions, they respond quickly, which I really appreciate.
New to BJJ? Start at Team Link Ludlow MA - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Team Link Ludlow MA - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 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 Team Link Ludlow MA - Brazilian 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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