Diego Saraiva Brazilian Jiu Jitsu / Nova União Atlanta

"I had the chance to train at Diego Saraiva’s gym for 10 days while visiting Atlanta, and it was an incredible experience. From day one, everyone was extremely welcoming — but don’t mistake that for an easy roll. The training was technical, yet tough and fun. Exactly what you'd hope for. You can tell Diego has built something special here — not just a gym, but a real community. No egos, just people who love Jiu Jitsu and are happy to share their knowledge. That balance of high-level training and humility is rare, and it speaks volumes about the culture Diego has created. If you’re new to the sport, it’s going to be hard to find a more accomplished, welcoming and humble instructor than Diego. His presence on the mats sets the tone, and it’s clear his students reflect that same mix of respect, skill, and openness. It's the perfect environment to learn the fundamentals of the sport. I’ve been training for a long time, and finding a place like this is what I love most about Jiu Jitsu. If you’re in the area and want to train, I can’t recommend Saraiva BJJ enough. It’s the people that make the experience."

"This gym has some of the best vibes I’ve ever experienced—super welcoming but still tough and competitive. From day one, I felt at home while getting solid training. Diago is an awesome instructor, always bringing great energy to every class. On top of that, the gym has some legit world-class competitors, which makes training even more exciting and pushes everyone to improve. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, this is the kind of place that keeps you coming back. Highly recommend!"

"Stopped in to train while I was in town and felt like I walked into my home gym! Everyone was very hospitable and friendly. There were several places to change, bottled water in the fridge, and I heard they even have free beer after class sometimes! Diego was teaching the class and demonstrated the technique of the day in detail, and after a few rounds, we did several "king of the hill" rounds, followed by rolling. Overall, a high quality gym, good people, and excellent training!"

"Excellent instruction, amazing community, and clean facility. It’d been almost 10 years since I’d trained jiu-jitsu so I was pretty anxious/hesitant on returning. But Diego and Fernanda have been so welcoming, helpful, and patient that I knew after my first class that this was home. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner, complete beginner, or anywhere in between, you’ll be welcomed in and become part of the family."