Anyone who rated this above a two was paid to. The instructors egg on cheating and are biased…read moretowards some children and totally neglect others.

I've never exp such an unwelcoming club. I flew In and thought I could make a class. I was willing…read moreto pay and respect all the rules but I was told to leave because I had my luggage. The front desk person would not be the welcoming committee at my club. This is out of frustration but may no other bjj players get treated the way I did. OSS

Gregor Gracie Jiu Jitsu is the best place to learn legit BJJ in Brooklyn. The instructors are…read moreAMAZING, extremely knowledgeable of their craft. The Academy is extremely clean, honestly the nicest Academy I've ever trained at. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming of new comers, veterans or if you're looking to get back onto the mats after a long break like myself. I cannot recommend this place enough, you won't regret it I promise.

My two sons have just completed 13 months at Gregor Gracie! Their Jui-Jitsu and Muay Thai program…read moreare excellent!. I highly recommend this place to every parent! Come for the BJJ and stay for the Muay Thai!

I have been training with Shaolin for 3 years. I was one of the first students when he came here,…read moreand I am very happy with things. I feel like I got much better, primarily because Shaolin and Loro and other visiting blackbelts are there so often (Shaolin teaches every class and when Loro is not training for pro mma he is there all the time as well). The prices are also very competitive for NYC. I believe they are the cheapest considering the extremely high level of quality.

Great environment. Instruction was solid, with a superb workout! What a fun class. Can hardly wait…read morefor more!

Exceptional gym culture. Clean and modern facilities. Knowledgable, yet personable instructors that…read moreare genuinely good at teaching. I've been training at this gym for 3 years now out of ~4 years total training BJJ. I've trained and done drop-ins at 5+ gyms now and no mat has felt more like home than MGA on 26th street. Scott and Kanan are both fantastic head instructors with different teaching styles that complement each other. They both foster an inclusive learning environment and a great sense of community and involvement. The gym culture is very relaxed, casual, and collaborative, lacking the traditional imposed rigid hierarchy of many other BJJ gyms and martial arts studios in general. This culture then trickles down from the top. The gym populace is overwhelmingly respectful, safe, and fun to train with, while still being stuffed full with absolutely high level people. The vibe is a "everyone is trying to learn and get better together." The curriculum and training also emphasizes takedowns and standup grappling, especially in the more advanced classes. So if you are interested in BJJ not just as a sport, but as a holistic system for fighting, you will definitely learn that here. This was a big plus of this gym for me. The facilities are also one of the cleanest I've experienced. The space itself is a brightly lit loft that, as far as NYC goes, is a great place to train and focus. The only downside is the "prison" style showers (in the men's room at least) which will take some getting used to but the plus side is that it maximizes shower throughput after class. Overall I strongly endorse MGA as a place to start your Jiujitsu journey or if you are an experienced grappler looking for highlevel training partners and advanced instruction.

What an amazing and open and friendly place to train. I've always been a big fan Marcelo and I've…read moreheard how nice and kind he is and when I was NY for my last work trip I decided to train here. The demeanor, culture and friendly atmosphere that Marcelo creates definitely shows! When in town again I won't hesitate to come back!

Sorry to see them go but my time there doing the women's empowerment classes were great! Learned a…read morelot and met a lot of good people.

Great training! Excellent instructors! Clean facility. Perfect location. A great group of training…read morepartners. Check it out!

Brandon is a good Muay Thai Coach, very technical and knows how to break down the techniques step…read moreby step.

Ive been training here about 4 years now... And it's still great. There have been a lot of changes…read moreover the last few years including them putting in boxing ring, creating a weight lifting area, they now have multiple fighters including one that is now in the UFC. Brandon teaches most of the classes but occasionally one of the fighters will teach - all good and they follow in his style. The gym also offers multiple classes for different levels - Muay Thai, Sparring, Clinch, Boxing, BJJ w Gi, BJJ no-gi, wrestling, and yoga (on Sundays). Whether you are a beginner, just training to be fit or to fight - EMT definitely a great place for you.

What an experience, to train with an elite and accomplished athlete and coach in Ajarn Phil Nurse…read more I'm one of those weekend warriors who has experience in martial arts but don't intend to fight pro, so I signed up for a private class to improve my fight game and to sharpen some skills with the best. And wow did I learn more than I thought I would in a private lesson. Ajarn Phil Nurse is simply top notch in instruction. He'll challenge you, he might go a few rounds with you, and he'll coach you up like he did his legendary fighters. Thank you Ajarn Phil Nurse for your time and sharing your expertise with me. I highly recommend the Wat and training with Ajarn Phil Nurse if you ever get the chance.

*Virtual Class Review…read more Today I had the pleasure of taking a free 45 minute beginner Muay Thai class taught over Instagram Live with Master Kru Phil Nurse. Nurse broke down several basic moves from Muay Thai in a way that anyone could follow. The Yelp description stated "Kru PHILosophies are unique because they strive to stimulate your body and your mind". I can genuinely say my mind felt clearer after the class and I got a full body workout! Just this one class had me looking into The Wat and their virtual classes. If you get a chance, I absolutely recommend trying out a class! Happy moving Yelpers!

Super clean gym with high level jiu jitsu being taught by very welcoming coaches in an even more…read morewelcoming atmosphere. they also have showers.

After visiting countless gyms in NYC and doing free trials everywhere to find the right spot, it…read morewas an absolute no brainer to settle at Studio X with Fabio, Zata, and all the other great instructors. First off, the gym is very clean and well kept. There's access to weights/lifting equipment if you want to warm up or even workout separately. The changing rooms are clean and private. I've been training here for 6+ months and should've left a review a while ago. This gym finds a great mix between pushing yourself past your limits to grow while still building friendships and community. Zata is the main No Gi instructor and has built a phenomenal curriculum. Each class is full of drills and technique that work well for all levels and have made me such a better grappler. Zata also teaches at a fast pace, which while sometimes is difficult, is extremely necessary for becoming comfortable with live training. Zata also welcomes everyone like family and in a sport where it can be frustrating, intimidating, and uncomfortable, he's exactly who you want in your corner. I would hands down recommend this place to absolutely everyone and anyone who is interested in martial arts, self defense, and exercise. Anytime I'm in NYC, you know I'll be here.