Kimura BJJ

I’ve been training at kimura for about 8 months now, and I couldn’t be happier. Amazing teachers, awesome students, it’s my second family. Great atmosphere, and I’ve felt confident enough to compete twice already. Very happy I joined!

I’ve been getting private lessons from Bruno (one of the black belt instructors there) for a few months now, and I can honestly say that choosing Kimura BJJ as my new BJJ gym was the best decision I’ve made for myself in a very long time. Everyone there is nice, and the facilities are kept super clean at all times. Also Bruno is a great BJJ professor. He’s very passionate about teaching BJJ, extremely knowledgeable, and also very funny!
Other students I’ve interacted with are also very friendly, and I’ve yet to meet one with an attitude. Overall, I’m very satisfied with Kimura.

I’ve been going to Kimura for about 4 years now and I couldn’t be happier. This school has great instructors and is just a great environment in general. It feels more like a family than it does a school and I would recommend to anyone who is interested in starting BJJ. See you on the mat.

BJJ is a very entertaining form of exercise, and Kimura has the best instructors. I work out in the mornings with Bruno. He is an energetic, earnest teacher who really wants all his students to get as good as they can. He is very attentive and patient, repeating instructions and pointing out details that make the sweeps and take-​downs work regardless of size. I am a 5′ woman and Bruno helps me modify the moves to compensate for and take advantage of my size so that I can successfully roll with guys larger than myself — at least in fun.
My 11-​year-​old son also takes classes at Kimura and thoroughly enjoys the sport. My son is shy, but Bruno is able to draw him out, engage him and help him feel comfortable in the class among the adults. Bruno makes it fun for him because he helps him improve. There is nothing more satisfying than being able to make your 6’5″ father tap out from a rear naked choke.

I’d always wanted to take up a martial art and a few years ago I started judo classes. After a while it was clear I enjoyed the ground grappling the most. I’d spoken with a few people and they all highly recommended Kimura in Watertown. It definitely lived up to its reputation as a first-​class Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training center and I’m thrilled to have added it to my training routine.
If you want a functional workout, this is the place to come. If you want to feel stronger physically and mentally, this is the place to come. If you’re a woman looking for training that will empower you and teach you practical defensive skills, this is *definitely* the place to come. Master Jean Kleber and his team of instructors are wonderful. I’m new to the art and as a white belt I can see how each class builds on the last. They call it the Kimura family and it really is. Everyone is very friendly, helpful, and respectful of each other. As the new girl, I was warmly welcomed by all.
If you’re looking to try Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, I can’t recommend Kimura in Watertown highly enough. Ladies, do not be shy! You can do this, too! There are always a few woman in each beginner class and the guys are great to work with, too.
I didn’t know my life was missing jiu jitsu until I found it. Come by and try a class for free. Their website has all the details.

I just started to learn BJJ as a beginner this year. At first, I was a bit hesitant going into a new gym being the new guy but this place made me feel welcomed from the start. Rodrigo and Bruno are great instructors (evening beginner classes) as they take their time to teach their wealth of knowledge while remaining affable. I’ve also spoken with another instructor named Joe and he too was helpful in taking his time to talk to me about this martial art. Other students are polite as they take their time to greet and shake your hand. Even when rolling with a few higher belts, I was taught several helpful tips and never felt «beneath them». You also don’t feel rushed to leave. When class is over, there are always instructors and/​or students around to ask additional questions and to spend additional time on the mats.
This academy is a great place to learn as they blend technical skills with their interpersonal skills. I also have to mention that this is a great workout and I look forward to getting myself better skilled and in shape this year.

I intended to start bjj for exercise. What I get from Kimura BJJ is so much more than that. The community created by Master Jean is one of unity, humility and respect. I ve never been around a nicer group of people. Not only is bjj great exercise, but the lessons I take away from class have allowed me to grow personally and professionally as well. Just join!

Great instruction. Reasonable price. Convenient Schedule.
The quality of instruction is great and the students are helpful. This is a great place to train for anyone interested in martial arts.

I’m surprised there are no reviews of this place yet. I recently started training here, and I have been very happy. Everyone is nice, the owner (Jean) goes out of his way to say ‘hi’ to me as I walk in the door, and every day I train I can feel myself improving. Rodrigo is a great instructor, and I appreciate the way he makes himself available after class to go over any questions we have.
(Note — I’ve only been to the lunchtime classes, so I can’t speak to the evening classes.)

I started training in the art of Brazilian jiu-​jitsu back in January 09. I’m so glad I chose Kimura BJJ as my training center. Jean Kleber is a top-​notch instructor (
) with many years of bjj training/​teaching under his «black belt» (pun intended). His accomplishments are outstanding and his teaching ability is second to none. He takes the time to teach you, follow your progress and make sure you’re moving in the right direction. He gets to know each and every one of his students on a personal level. Since this is my first time training I can’t comment on other training centers, but I’ve heard it countless times from existing/​new members that they are thrilled to be training there because it is so much better than their past centers. (
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I would highly recommend Kimura BJJ in Watertown if you want to take up Brazilian jiu-​jitsu or one of the many mixed martial arts classes being offered. It’s a great and fun experience.
Highly recommend