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Villari's Martial Arts Centers
5 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Somerville, Massachusetts
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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule villarisomerville.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 617-625-5070
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Master Brad is really great with little kids making them feel welcome, little them have fun, and also helping them stay focused.”
“I'm now a brown belt, and I've gone on to place in tournaments with my forms.”
“This martial art style is a combination of Japanese Karate and Chinese Kung Fu with an emphasis on self defense for all body types.”
Other martial arts here
“Master Brad at Villari's of Somerville is creating a martial arts experience that goes beyond the typical run of the mill karate class.”
What members say
“The supportive environment, where everyone helps each other and feels like a family, has been a cornerstone of this transformation.”
“I have seen my son's confidence and self control improve since starting.”
“In my short 10 months of being at Villari’s Somerville, I've gained a remarkable boost in self-confidence and have shed a lot of my depression.”
From the reviews
In my short 10 months of being at Villari’s Somerville, I've gained a remarkable boost in self-confidence and have shed a lot of my depression. I now truly believe in my ability to achieve my goals.
After doing yoga for 5-6 years, I wanted to try something new. After some googling, I stumbled on this convenient location, went in for a free trial class - and I've been coming here ever since. Master Brad is an amazing teacher, and he runs a fantastic operation for both children and adults.
Here is what Ana (my mom) says about Villari’s Martial Arts Centers, Translated by Andy. “My daughter suffered bullying in school to the point she wanted to take her life. She was in the hospital for 6 months. And when Andy looked for this place in the internet, Andy and I came to talk with Master Brad.
This is a good facility with a good long standing reputation. I have been here many times and many more in the future. This is a very comfortable place to learn where the instructors encourage :) You are in good hands placing your trust in this facility and its staff.
New to BJJ? Start at Villari's Martial Arts Centers
Villari's Martial Arts Centers 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 Villari's Martial Arts Centers
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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