Brazilian Martial Arts Center - Somerville, Massachusetts

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.

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.

Amy M.

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

Sarah S.

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.

Yohandry G.

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.

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!!!!!!!

a

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!

Nikesh C.

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%. 💯