Brazilian Martial Arts Center

700 Mystic Ave, Somerville, MA 02145, USA

4.7 (83 reviews)

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BMAC is a martial arts school that offers classes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Muay Thai, and Karate classes for kids and adults near Boston.

https://www.bmacboston.com/

(617) 628-3800

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Ciamei Associates

Marcelo and his staff are the absolute best in the business. I absolutely love it there. Great people and an overall awesome experience.

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Posted 1 year ago
EDINHO USA

Excellent school for martial arts. Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, karate, muay thai.

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Posted 1 year ago
Dyonathan Adorno

Great team!!!

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Posted 1 year ago
James LoChirco

Wouldn’t train anywhere else.

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Posted 1 year ago
Nadia

My son (5y) has been training at the gym for almost a year. And it has made a huge difference in his life. In addition to learning martial arts, he is much more self-confident and calm. The teachers are really very careful. The class is in Portuguese and English, which can make things easier if your son doesn't understand English very well yet. We are very glad with them.

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Posted 1 year ago
ROCK SOLID FLOORING90

Eat place around, my son goes there since he was 3 years old. He’s 7 now and he loves it good training good teachers and me mentors. Gerson Vilela

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Posted 1 year ago
Nick Cohen

Great classes good for beginners. Coaches ate very knowledgeable and easy to understand, great sparring partners, its a good vibe Everyone is friendly and respectful. Iron sharpens iron

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Posted 1 year ago
Jean Lima

Good place for training and friends

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Posted 1 year ago
Mustapha

Fantastic martial arts gym!!!! The instructors are incredibly skilled, patient, and motivating . Whether you are a beginner or experienced, this gym is perfect for learning, improving, and staying fit. Highly recommend!!!!!!!

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Posted 1 year ago
Amy Miranda

My husband and I joined BMAC in March 2024. We highly recommend this martial arts center. The instructors are extremely knowledgeable and caring. Jiu-jitsu is a way of life for us now. Ozz

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Posted 1 year ago
Théo

This training room is incredible, I have been training every day for several months in Muy Thai, bodybuilding and BJJ. I was not particularly attracted to BJJ but coach Gustavo passed on this passion to me and really made me want to learn this sport. And of course how can we not talk about Marcelo, the president of the club, as fascinating as he is kind, he knows the first name of ALL the gym members. I recommend.

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Posted 1 year ago
Nicolas Ricketti

I've been coming here for 4 years. Great variety of classes and teachers!

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Posted 1 year ago
carlos vallace

Amazing place to learn martial arts, good environment e amazing professionals

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Posted 1 year ago
Yohandry Gonzalez

I have been training for 5 months and it is the best place I have ever known, the camaraderie, the atmosphere and the knowledge of the trainers is incredible. I am currently doing my camp for my next fight there and I feel 100% and ready.

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Posted 1 year ago
Enzo

I’ve went to multiple dojos and been here for years, best dojo I’ve ever been to!

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Posted 1 year ago
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For the girls- I’m a small girl, but I grew up with older brothers who wrestled me any chance they got and that is why the idea of BJJ stood out to me. Despite that, I am petite and weak, no athletic background at all. I was terrified of joining. Yet, they say BJJ the one of the only sports where your size doesn’t matter. This place makes you feel incredibly supported and respected. Everyone starts somewhere, and in times where I felt embarrassed because I couldn’t even complete the simplest of steps, they will continue to support you, push you past your limits, and show you that you’re capable of more. Be open to fail and try again, but know that this place will encourage you and bring you farther. Great staff, great atmosphere, great people all around. Thank you for helping me be more confident!

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Posted 1 year ago
Alexia Abreu

LOVE THIS PLACE!!

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Posted 1 year ago
alexia abreu

Amazing place! clean, nice people, amazing teachers! great kids class! overall love this place

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Posted 1 year ago
Felipe Tavares Vignoli

this is the best gym you will find in Boston. great energy, great people and the best fighters ✅

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Posted 2 years ago
Real Group USA

Our kids love the experience of learning BJJ, karate and self defense at BMAC. World class teachers!!

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Posted 2 years ago
Gustavo Coelho

Uma super completa com excelentes profissionais uma ótima experiência de artes marciais

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Posted 2 years ago
Nick Cohen

Coaches have well rounded knowledge. Everybody who trains helps everyone else out. Very friendly and clean.

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Posted 2 years ago
Nikesh Chopra

My mate brought me here for a practice jiu-jitsu session and I was amazed by this place. 🤩 The gym is super spacious and all the students were very welcoming (and didn't destroy the newbie). 😂 The teacher was extremely kind and really made us work. 💪🏽 Unfortunately I was just passing through Boston, otherwise I would go here as my regular gym... I 1000% recommend it. 💯 O meu amigo me trouxe aqui para fazer uma sessão de prática de jiu-jitsu e fiquei maravilhado com esse lugar. 🤩 A academia é super espaçosa e todas as alunos foram muito acolhedores (e não destruíram o novato). 😂 O professor foi extremamente amável e realmente nos fiz trabalhar. 💪🏽 Infelizmente eu estava apenas de passagem por Boston, se não iria aqui como a minha academia regular... recomendo 1000%. 💯

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Posted 2 years ago
Sabine D.

Joined my brother in law here for a practice session. First time seeing Jiu-Jitsu in action. Friendly people and had a lot of fun!

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Posted 2 years ago
Christian Kirsch

Really love this dojo. I went there to take up Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) again after the pandemic. I was looking for a place that wasn't too "bro-ey". I found everyone here to be super friendly, no ego, not too much testosterone, and a diverse crowd of students. Learned a ton and just earned my first stripe as a white belt!

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Posted 2 years ago
Guilherme Alves

Amazing gym with great coaches that are very knowledgeable and experienced in both BJJ and Muay Thai. All the coaches have been nothing but helpful and encouraging with the learning process 10/10

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Posted 2 years ago
Dungeon Questing

Excellent martial arts and really chill group

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Posted 2 years ago
Erik Darisse

Great place, quality instructors. Definitely a workout

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Posted 2 years ago
Burak Harmankaya

perfect day 🏖️

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Posted 3 years ago
Marco R

World class instruction and a welcoming environment

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Posted 3 years ago
Francesco Carpinito

Great gym great coaches

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Posted 3 years ago
Jesus Diaz

BMAC, is a very awesome academy, Very technical . Everyone is very motivated to help one another. Honestly to me it feels more than just a team. At BMAC it’s a family type of vibe. Everyone is so encouraging! It’s a great uplifting feeling when you’re done with a class At BMAC.

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Posted 3 years ago
Marcio Eler

For me best experience ever great team a good teachers and our Master sensei Marcelo it's changing my life I recommend everyone try it.

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Posted 3 years ago
Matthew Hirst

I have been training both BJJ and Muay Thai at BMAC for a little over a year and love it. Great instructors and training partners. A very welcoming and motivating environment, filled with great people.

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Posted 3 years ago
greg play

Great environment, excellent teachers is a real family

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Posted 3 years ago
Sarah Sacala

Love this place. I’ve been doing Muay Thai here for the last 6months and am hooked. I was going to another dojo not far from here and also loved it, but it came to the point where I felt like I wasn’t growing anymore in the sport there. I made the choice to switch gyms, and I am glad I did! I feel like I’ve grown so much as a marital artist here- and we’re only just getting started. The coaches are awesome and always have something new to teach me/ a way to get me to the next level of where I am striving to be. I know it can be intimidating, especially for females in a male dominated sport, but you will find nothing but love and hard work at this place.

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Posted 3 years ago
Derek Sarno

Very welcoming place to learn BJJ! Great Information, great workouts, and great friends to make. If you're thinking of trying a martial art, it's the place to do it.

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Posted 3 years ago
rutayan patro

I love this school. The instructors are very knowledgeable and very welcoming. With all the technical knowledge and seriousness of this school, the instructors are trying their best to form a community. We hang out for UFC matches and it’s always great to find company to watch these. The senior belts are also like instructors and are extremely patient with new students like me. Highly recommended if you want to learn jiu jitsu.

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Posted 3 years ago
Alex Marshall

BEST GYM IN BOSTON.

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Posted 3 years ago
Gabriel Fiol

I have been training at this gym for the last 6 months and I gotta say I love the classes and the coaches are top notch. I would recommend this gym to anyone interested in becoming a martial artist!

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Posted 4 years ago
Brian Cutts

I LOVED VISITING BMAC WHILE IN BOSTON! I had the best tome handing out with Professor Marcelo and his team! They made me feel right at home and gave me the privilege to teach a class while visiting to promote American Grappling Federation! Thank you guys!

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Posted 4 years ago
victor oliveira

Excellent professional coaches specially my master Chris he does an amazing job with us!

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Posted 4 years ago
Brian Heaton

Marcello is a great teacher along with his staff. From the minute you walk in you feel welcome. Everyone respects each other and it feels like a family. The coaching is top notch but the environment is my favorite thing about this place. Highly recommend!

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Posted 4 years ago
Jenn Silvestri

My son loves it here.... they do an amzing and tough work out

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Posted 5 years ago
Charles C.Robinson

I'm training to become a professional mma fighter with the help of some of the best coaches around. The gym has a friendly atmosphere. The coaches/professors are wicked good on muay thai and jiu-jitsu. They train with former UFC fighters and helped them become a better version of themselves. If you want to become a pro or just get a great workout in come to this gym you won't regret it 💪🏿.

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Posted 5 years ago
CBUSA BMAC SIAM Siam CHUTE BOXE

Best martial arts school

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Posted 5 years ago
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I’ve been training for over 20 years and been to many different schools and BMAC is the best by far! Victor , Marcelo , and John are the best ! Highly recommended ! Family environment , non judge mental , build self confidence , and the best workout you’ll get!

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Posted 6 years ago
Beatriz Selis Sz

I am so thankful for everything I learn from such amazing professionals as Sensei Alex Marshall and Master Marcelo Sirqueira who are my “tatami” father.. I am very happy to be part of this family :)) Sou muito grata por tudo que aprendo com profissionais incríveis, como sensei Alex Marshall e Mestre Marcelo Sirqueira, que é meu pai de tatami. Estou muito feliz por fazer parte desta família **Se voce ainda nao faz parte da nossa familia e ver essa mensagem, vem rolar com a gente** 🇧🇷&🇺🇸

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Posted 6 years ago
JACK B

Since I've driven by BMAC Somerville twice a day for eight years, I thought to turn 40 newly married with a baby on the way I should finally learn martial arts and go in. Three years later, I have learned more than martial arts with Sensei Marcelo's academy and his teachings, the professors and students have taught me how to get up when someone is holding you down. In my life, that translates so much more about handling my stress and keeping my self-safe.

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Posted 6 years ago
ERICK SWENSON

Choke your friends! Joined in Dec 2016 and its been a wonderful experience so far. Jui-Jitsu was my first jump into a fighting sport of any kind. It is awesome to see the camaraderie and respect from long standing students both on and off the mat. Marcelo delivers a lifetime of knowledge from multiple disciplines of fighting in many different countries to his students on a daily basis. Alex and the other instructors bring an unmatched enthusiasm and culture you will find nowhere else. I highly recommend this for anyone interested in learning how to become a fighter or just how to defend themselves in a fight and in the process you will discover friendship and maybe a better version of yourself. This is a wonderful family activity as well. My daughter goes to the kids class which is right before the adult class. Very convenient! Its wonderful for her self esteem and fitness.

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Posted 6 years ago
Natalia Amorim

Absolutely LOVE this gym, Marcelo and everyone there! I’ve been there for ten months now training jiu jitsu and I’ve learned so much from Marcelo and Alex. Their style of teaching allows you to learn at a fast pace while also perfecting the technique.

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Posted 6 years ago
Weslley Martins

This gym really is different from all other gyms. We are all part of a big family and we all watch each other's backs. Marcelo and the other instructors are kind, and will always be happy to help succeed.

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Posted 6 years ago
Caroline Ramos

Get in shape, gain confidence and learn to defend yourself! All of that plus you become part of a family of motivated, inspiring people that will treat you like family, cheer for you, respect you and motivate you to become a better person! So proud to be a part of this family of champions! Oss!

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Posted 6 years ago
Jonathan Smith

My year in review at BMAC: -down 15 pounds -3 tournament gold medals -gained a ton of new friends -trained with UFC fighters, ADCC champions, and some of the most down-to-earth black belts in the area. In an age of required uniforms and short impersonal bjj instruction, BMAC is a breath of fresh air. Everyone can be themselves at this gym. Coach Marcelo goes out of his way to make newcomers feel welcome. The techniques are legit and the coaching is top notch. You won't be disappointed!

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Posted 6 years ago
Avi Wolfson

I had a really great experience at BMAC for the time my daughter went here. Marcello and his staff are world class citizens and teachers that want to bring out the best in kids. Not only did my daughter gain Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense experience but I noticed her confidence, social skills and respect for herself and others increased dramatically. She has ADHD and taking classes at BMAC helped with this in school. It helped her to be more responsible, treat herself, others and her parents with respect so bringing your child here at any age would be invaluable. I stopped only because I moved and my daughter wasn't sure she wanted to continue and Marcello was very honest and encouraged me to continue only if her heart was in it and she wanted to really stick with it. The graduations are amazing. I've attached a picture from her first graduation, this was a life-changing experience for her and in addition I really like that when kids make achievements in school or in life they are given a stripe at the end of a class and this reinforces positive behavior, it's really great. Can't thank Marcello enough. It's an honor to have met and know him. His own accomplishments in life, where he came from, what he's been through to where he is now are extremely impressive. I can't recommend BMAC enough, life-long value kids will keep with them for entire lives. It is a business but being apart of this organization does feel for myself and for the kids more like family.

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Posted 6 years ago
Carol Pontes

Best gym ever! Everybody is respectful and friendly! Haven’t had the time to try Muay Thai there yet, but bjj became my favorite thing since I started training at BMAC,7 months ago! Oss

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Posted 6 years ago
John Avery

Where it all began for me great school Marcello is the best

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Posted 7 years ago
Amine Benhamou

Best martial arts dojo around. Come try for yourself, and bring your kids.

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Posted 8 years ago
Leandro Viana

Awesome amazing

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Posted 8 years ago
JUNIOR USA

Best place to learn Muay Thai!! Great people, and big parking lot!!!

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Posted 9 years ago
Michel Souza

Whether you training to be a fighter or are just looking to get in shape BMAC is the best place 😊! Top notch trainers , friendly training partners , the place is super clean and loaded with good equipment . Best MMA gym in New England 😊!!!!

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Posted 9 years ago
Julie Czapla

Love training here! Great learning environment and a way to have fun while exercising. Teachers are dedicated to your growth.

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Posted 9 years ago
Danniel Ribeiro (Danny)

Great place !!!!

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Posted 9 years ago
Rebecca Hohlenwerger

Love all the classes, the people and the most important "the vibe". they teach real jiu jitsu there, not bla bla bla. GREAT GYM!!

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Posted 9 years ago
Stephen Kiss

Hands down the best BJJ in Boston. The community is competitive yet respectful and supportive. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and patient. Proud to be a part of the BMAC family

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Posted 9 years ago
William Tchate

Great school to learn BJJ and Muay Thai. Sense in Marcelo keeps a light but serious atmosphere. The rest of the people are very kind and helpful. Big thumbs up

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Posted 9 years ago
Edwin Gonzalez

Great experience 👍🏼💪🏼

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Posted 9 years ago
Richie Miner

This is such a great Gym for all skill levels. I Highly recomend This Gym for kick boxing and BJJ

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Posted 9 years ago
LJ Scarcella

Best place for Training to be a fighter. Awesome instructors, awesome training partners, but more importantly awesome people as a whole. Everyone from kids to adults, really promotes a family style setting in which you can grow as not only a martial artist but as a person. TOP OF THE LINE, BOTTOM LINE!!!

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Posted 11 years ago
Heloisa DaCunha

Excellent experience! Absolutely love the gym, everyone there is very focused and serious about the classes, about being fit and progressing. The Muay Thai class is a great and fun workout, and I've been improving a lot healthwise and my physical fitness. The instructors are excellent professionals, very helpful and very knowledgeable.

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Posted 11 years ago
Andrea Abdelnour

I am now member for about a month and all classes are great and fun! Great schedule options, great instructors. If you want to have an awesome Muay Thai experience come and check it out.

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Posted 11 years ago
Andrea Abdelnour

This is a place where you can have it all. Great training, great technique, great workout, and respect. Everyone is very friendly and made me feel like part of the community in my very first day. I just became a member and am looking forward to training hard.

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Posted 11 years ago
Matt Bitzer

I've been attending BJJ classes at BMAC since February and have been extremely impressed with the facility and instructors. Multiple Gold-Medal IBJJF champions and tenured athletes teach every class, and take individual attention very seriously to ensure each time you step on the mat you are improving your game. I've been to plenty of other schools in my BJJ career and I can say without a doubt this is one of the best, and certainly has the best learning environment for aspiring champions. If you're looking to get in shape, learn BJJ, or even compete in tournaments-- look no further; this is the best gym in Boston.

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Posted 12 years ago
james squires

BMAC provides World-Class Trainers. Training there is great for families, fitness, and competing. I went there looking to compete, immediately they gave me fitness recommendations, classes to take, and so forth. As a result I've lost 20 pounds of fat at this gym, and am proud to be competing under the BMAC logo.

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Posted 12 years ago
Alex Marshall

I recently became a member of the team, it was a wonderful experience, everybody welcome me very well, all the instructors are always ready to help with tips, correcting anything that I was doing wrong on the spot.Overall a great Dojo.

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Posted 13 years ago
Adalton Alves

Otimo trabalho com as crianças!!!

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Posted 3 years ago
Mike Jones

Stepping stone for kids but there’s better options out there. I can’t speak for adults or older individuals.

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Posted 3 years ago
Lank

The place is really dirty also very unprofessional and unwelcoming for new students you can get hurt here I don’t recommend unless you are experienced

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Posted 3 years ago
Rafaela Lopes

had some family issues and was unable to go to class anymore. I contacted the owner for months with no response, when he eventually responded canceled my membership but did not refund for all the months I did not attend.

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Posted 3 years ago
Juliana Masci

Completely unsafe place with wrong people calledthemselves"professionals" husband got hurt there with someone that was new at that time with no supervision from a real professional horrible experience paid a fortune for medical bills and they never pay our unused balance.Unsafe and dirty place.

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Posted 4 years ago