Williamsburg Mixed Martial Arts

I’ve been going to this MMA gym for four years. Joining was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made not only for the obvious physical reasons but it has transformed my life outside of the gym as well. This is not your typical MMA gym. It is a comfortable, clean environment, with an amazing staff, and amazing training partners. I’ve met some amazing people and have always felt at home here. I would absolutely recommend this gym to anyone trying to get fit, make a positive change in their life, and anyone who has an interest in the sport… especially those who have been intimidated by other MMA gyms. The regulars here are a family of good people who are aways working together to learn and get better every day and I am honored to be part of that.

A truly wonderful experience, to be training at WMMA. Great environment; mature atmosphere; very structured, safe and clean.
Roger has a wealth of knowledge regarding many a martial arts, and all of the advanced practitioners are very helpful and very respectful, as well. It’s a great learning environment and a really great place to start out as a beginner; no hazing, no meat-​head BS, everyone checks their ego at the door.
If you’re looking for a fun, productive and effective martial arts school, or if you’re just looking to get in serious shape (serious, serious shape), definitely give WMMA a shot. After two weeks, you’ll be looking at yourself in a whole new light.

If you want to spar with the best, go here.
I have a couple friends who are members and I have seen their bodies transform.
They have different types of classes to take depending on your interest and skill level.
Kids can go from the age of 2

If you think you’re too old, you’re not! If you think you’re too out of shape, you’re not. If you think an MMA school is all about a bunch of tough guys beating each other up, its not! If you want to get in shape, boost your confidence, and learn multiple disciplines of Martial Arts then this is the place for you! The owner and head instructor, Roger Mamedov is not only an excellent martial arts practitioner but is also a great teacher. The atmosphere is friendly and respectful. Roger is a great teacher and goes the extra mile to personally ensure that each student is learning at his or her own pace. Believe me when I say if I can join and look forward to training, then anyone can. I absolutely believe that Williamsburg MMA is one of the best MMA schools in the tri-​state area. If you don’t believe me stop by and check it out for yourself.

I know reviews posted by someone who trains regularly here may come off as someone helping their own gym. Taking this into consideration you should consider that if that someone, ME, is, and has been willing to continually pay for a service it is absolutely worth it. This place has given me a home away from home, taught me the sweet science of martial arts, and given me the tools, the fight, and the motivation to improve every aspect of my life.
Roger, our instructor, teaches many martial arts, so you’ll be covered from standing up to lying on your back. Muy Thai, boxing, wrestling, judo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Greco, and MMA, ALL IN ONE PLACE. It may sound intimidating, but once you meet the family you’ll forget all about that and truly enjoy your time. Teaching is designed for the day one novice up to the competing professional. The girls and guys in the gym are super helpful, inviting, and fun to train with. A HUGE amount of classes are offered during the day and during the night, making every day training an easy possibility.
I highly recommend Williamsburg Mixed Martial Arts and hope this helps a few more people come join in on the fun.

Great academy. Proud to be part of it. Great teachers and really great people. Thank you

I trained with Roger and BBurg BJJ for over two years. Roger, the owner and head instructor, built the school from the ground up with only a handful of students and made it something really special. The guy is a class act; super humble and nice, and he’s an black belt from Ricardo Almeida, and has trained with Renzo Gracie, frankie Edgar, and others. There aren’t really any douches or gym tough guys there, and the environment is extremely friendly and family oriented – even though serious fighters like Akira, and a few younger guys, coming up the ranks in the amateurs also train there. I couldn’t recommend this place enough. Certain life events have kept me off the mats, but hopefully someday soon I’ll find my way back.

I love training at WMMA. Roger is a great instructor, he gives each student individual attention during class and is always willing to answer any questions you may have, both during and after class time. The classes themselves are great. There are three main classes: Muay Thai/​Boxing, Strength and Conditioning, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. I’ve only taken Muay Thai and Strength and Conditioning so far, but I absolutely love those classes.
As a woman going to WMMA, I always feel comfortable. Roger and my classmates make the gym a safe and positive place to train, no matter your size or skill level (I am not the only woman that goes here, but there also aren’t that many of us, either). All in all I highly recommend WMMA!

I have been training at Williamsburg MMA for 3 years. I can honestly say finding the school and training here was one of the best (and luckiest) moves of my life. Every time I train at other gyms while traveling or when I see what other gyms have to offer for instruction and style, I am always reassured I am in the right place. While professor Mamedov teaches the most effective elements of striking and grappling drawn from his experience as a training partner to UFC champions, it is the way the whole curriculum fits together to make a cohesive whole that makes what he is teaching special, and in my opinion, a generation ahead of other local schools. His emphasis on safety built on a foundation of balance, movement, adjustment and progression ensures that you will always be challenged while developing an effective skill set. Professor is always brings a positive energy, and has no tolerance for any dickhead behavior — this means that the school is full of great training partners who want you to succeed. I strongly recommend WMMA to both beginner and advanced students.

I have been taking my son to WMMA for only a few months and have to say this has been one of the best decisions I have made for him. Roger and Diego are wonderful instructors, very kind and attentive, and they love what they do. They teach fundamental martial arts skills, but classes are more than that. They teach values such as respect, critical thinking, gratitude, empathy and others. They talk about safety awareness and how to handle challenges, like bullying, that children face daily. I assume every little boy, like mine, likes to wrestle. Here you learn the skills, which the little ones take very earnestly, but also awareness that you should use your strength in positive ways. I can see how empowering this experience has been for my son and how much he looks forward to the class each week. I cannot recommend the place highly enough.

I have been training muay thai here for over a year and I have to say it’s been a great experience. I’m not going to lie, I was a little intimidated when I first walked in because there weren’t many girls, but now I feel like part of the family. There have been periods where I was the only girl and I felt 100% comfortable. Roger Mamedov is not only a great instructor but he is a great person. He is great at explaining/​demonstrating and making sure your form/​technique is right. He has patience and is encouraging, which is what people need especially when starting. I have learned a great deal here and plan on continuing my training for as long as I can. I get a kickass workout while not even realizing it because I’m doing something I love. I’m too focused on my form/​technique and what comes next to even think about anything else. Roger teaches in a format that is great for a beginner and someone who has been training for a while. The combinations can be advanced and you are always moving but you go at your own pace and Roger encourages that. Needless to say I love this place and highly recommend it.

Traingin @ WBJJ is an experience unlike any other. Roger teaches and participates in all aspects of the class and is top notch with his instruction. Always willing to help each person individually makes learning martial arts more personal and thus your tools will be sharpened at a higher rate. I’ve known Roger for many years and along with his martial arts skillset he is also one of the most humble and nicest persons I have ever met. If you are looking to lose some weight, tone your muscles, get in shape, or just learn a new art this should be your home. You won’t regret it.

This is a great one-​stop shop for boxing, brazilian jiu jitsu, conditioning and muay thai. Roger is a friendly guy who teaches fun classes with great technique. If you live in the area this is a great gym to train at. Drop in and try a class

i love williamsburg bjj. i have been studying here for a year and 3 months, and i have learned so much! i think i started coming soon after the school began, so it is still a young school but in the best way.
roger mamedov, the head instructor, is a brown belt under ricardo almeida. he trains with almeida and current ufc lightweight champ frankie edgar, so he knows his stuff. roger’s knowledge of bjj is as deep as you would expect it to be. he is also a black belt in judo, so there is a good amount of training with judo throws and takedowns.
there are also muay thai classes, which at this point are primarily pad/​form workouts. they are really intense in terms of cardio conditioning. if you like punching, kicking, and throwing knees, they are very fun. roger knows a lot about boxing and footwork and always has us focusing on movement and posture.
the best thing about the school is that roger is incredibly friendly, helpful, and generous. he takes a lot of interest in each student and keeps a close watch on everyone’s progress. he definitely doesn’t hand out rank very easily, but that just motivates you to work harder for that next stripe! he is always ready to help with the technical details of a throw, sweep, or submission. he is very, very conscious of having a safe environment, and will regularly stop class to remind us bjj is a sport, not a streetfight, and that it’s supposed to be fun.
there is a great group of regular students who are at most of the classes. there are big guys, small guys, and the occasional lady so there’s always someone to roll with who is a good match. i go between 2 to 4 times a week and i love it. the schedule is really convenient for a 9 – 5 type guy.
i’m no spring chicken; i’m in my late 30s, and i have to say i think i’m in the best shape of my life.
anyhow, if you are in williamsburg, or brooklyn, or wherever in the city, and you want to do some bjj /​muay thai training in a fun, friendly environment, i think you should check out williamsburg bjj.