Amherst, MA hosts two Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms, including GROUND UNITS BJJ and New England Submission Fighting. Notably, New England Submission Fighting holds a strong reputation with a 4.9 out of 5 rating based on 44 reviews. The local scene offers focused training environments, though specific affiliations for these gyms are not publicly detailed.
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Amherst, MA
GROUND UNITS BJJ brings together Gi and No-Gi Brazilian jiu-jitsu in Amherst, Massachusetts, USA. This discipline mix gives the record a clear grappling identity across both traditional uniform-based and non-uniform formats. For someone beginning their martial-arts exploration, Gi and No-Gi represent two closely related ways to engage with Brazilian jiu-jitsu while emphasizing different clothing contexts. For a competitor, the paired focus signals relevance to the distinct settings commonly associated with Gi and No-Gi grappling. Amherst provides the location for this USA-based martial-arts record, while the name GROUND UNITS BJJ keeps the emphasis firmly on Brazilian jiu-jitsu. The combination of Gi and No-Gi makes its stated focus broader than either format alone, without moving beyond the supplied information.
Amherst, MA
New England Submission Fighting, operating as NESF, operates at 460 West Street, suite 11, Amherst, MA 01002. The martial arts training center is situated on the 36 and 38 PVTA bus routes, offering parking on the left side of the building. Direct contact and registration details can be coordinated through the academy contact channels. Instruction at the school is anchored by Kirik Jenness, who serves as co-founder and head MMA coach. Charles Bishop serves as Head jiu-jitsu coach, while Stacey Matarazzo-Rine serves as Head youth coach for younger martial artists. Curriculum options feature adult training across MMA, jiu-jitsu, kickboxing, and wrestling through the adult program schedule (ages 15+). Youth practitioners train in the youth program (8-14). Tuition options include a One-Year Membership at $139 per month for unlimited classes or $1,399 for a full year, with beginners invited to Try a FREE week!