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Wolves Academy of Jiu-Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 44 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Buffalo, New York
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule wolvesjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (716) 771-6447
Hours
| Monday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:45–8:15 AM, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:40 AM–1:30 PM, 4:30–8:15 PM |
| Thursday | 11:40 AM–1:30 PM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Friday | 6:45–8:15 AM, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:45 AM–1:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10:45 AM–12:15 PM |
The classes they run
“My children and husband began training at wolves about six months ago, and it has been such a wonderful and rewarding experience for all of them, especially the kids program.”
“As a woman, I was hesitant to step into a male-dominated sport, but from my very first class, I felt welcomed, supported, and safe.”
“The schedule is fantastic, with plenty of options for Gi and No-Gi BJJ, plus Judo.”
“The schedule is fantastic, with plenty of options for Gi and No-Gi BJJ, plus Judo.”
“Whether you're new or experienced, just trying to stay active and involved, or trying to go out and compete, this place and the people within it support you 100% in your journey.”
“I've been training jiu-jitsu for 7 years and I have been visiting Wolves for a few months now for various community open mats and recently for a few Bjj and Judo classes.”
“The instruction is extremely detailed and the class / drill time is daptable for all levels and also has the perfect amount of class time for sparring / positional training.”
Other martial arts here
“I've been training jiu-jitsu for 7 years and I have been visiting Wolves for a few months now for various community open mats and recently for a few Bjj and Judo classes.”
What members say
“For the kids, Coach Nick is amazing—patient, engaging, and has a great way of breaking down lessons into bits kids can actually digest.”
“The instruction is extremely detailed and the class / drill time is daptable for all levels and also has the perfect amount of class time for sparring / positional training.”
“I was a bit uneasy about being a complete beginner in my 30s but the coaches and community were immediately so welcoming and supportive when I walked in.”
“The instruction is extremely detailed and the class / drill time is daptable for all levels and also has the perfect amount of class time for sparring / positional training.”
“It's fun , a great workout , the only negative is that I don't want to leave when I'm there”
“My children and husband began training at wolves about six months ago, and it has been such a wonderful and rewarding experience for all of them, especially the kids program.”
From the reviews
Me and my Children have been training at Wolves for a few months so far and it has been one of the best experiences we’ve ever had, Coach Brandon, Coach Nick, and the rest of the team run an amazing, program for both adults and kids a like.
I've been training jiu-jitsu for 7 years and I have been visiting Wolves for a few months now for various community open mats and recently for a few Bjj and Judo classes. I highly recommend you try them out!!
Awesome place to train! Coach Brandon and Coach Dusty are highly knowledgeable and are able to cater to each person regardless of skill level. Comfortable, clean and welcoming facility. Highly recommend for anyone thinking about training jiu jitsu.
Joining Wolves Jiu-Jitsu is easily one of the best decisions I’ve made. From the moment we walked in shortly after they opened, we were met with an incredibly welcoming atmosphere. It’s rare to find a gym where every member is not only friendly but genuinely willing to show a "newbie" the ropes.
New to BJJ? Start at Wolves Academy of Jiu-Jitsu
Wolves Academy of 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 Wolves Academy of 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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