Welcome to Gentle Art Dojo, where we are dedicated to providing the highest quality Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in a supportive, family-friendly environment. Our mission is to empower students of all ages and skill levels through the art of BJJ, fostering physical fitness, mental resilience, and personal growth.
At Gentle Art Dojo, we believe that Jiu-Jitsu is more than just a martial art—it's a way of life. Our approach combines technical excellence with practical application, ensuring that our students develop skills that work both on and off the mats.
Whether you're looking to compete at the highest levels, learn self-defense, or simply get in the best shape of your life, our expert instructors are here to guide you every step of the way.

Head Coach - Black Belt
15+ years of experience competing at the highest levels.

Kids Program Director - Brown Belt
Specializes in teaching children of all ages and abilities.

Competition Coach - Black Belt
Multiple-time IBJJF champion with a focus on competitive training.
We offer a variety of classes for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. Join us at a time that works for your schedule!
Invest in your health, fitness, and self-defense skills with our flexible membership options. Join our community today and start your Jiu-Jitsu journey!
Perfect for beginners looking to start their Jiu-Jitsu journey.
Our most popular option with full access to all classes and amenities.
Hear from our community about how training at our academy has impacted their lives.
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Train together as a family with our comprehensive package.
"I flew in from out of town to drop in on class, and let me say that the GA team, and Coach Andrew are great people!! I hadn't been able to pack a gi, and they let me borrow one! The training was very challenging, and very good! All of the team members were great to train with, and very considerate! Huge shout out to the Gentle Art team, thanks so much for being so welcoming to me into your home!! I'm so thankful to have trained with all of you!! OSS!!"
"My little guy has been coming to GAD since late last summer and he absolutely loves it. The coaches are all so good with the kids. My son is learning respect, building confidence, and I’m really glad we found this place."
"Gentle Art Dojo is an amazing place to have your children train. I’ve been counting down the days months until my son turned 3 to sign him up because of all the amazing things I’ve heard about this place. I must say they were not wrong. My son is in the 3-4 year old class and Coach Andrew and Gianna have an INCREDIBLE amount of patience and are amazing with the kids. My son absolutely looks forward to attending class every week. I’m so glad we made the decision to have him join and thankful he has them as instructors, wouldn’t have it any other way!"
"This place makes you feel welcome from day 1. We started in April 2022 and it's been a positive experience. The coaches give close attention to the students and build trust with them quickly. It feels like a mini family environment. The head coach's family participates also and helps with coaching. My boys enjoy coming to class. It's been almost a year and we are still coming. My boys are good friends with their training mates and the families all know and welcome each other. We still feel the mini family environment. My kids also look forward to the school vacation camps."
83 Parkhurst Rd, Chelmsford, MA 01824, USA
Mon-Fri: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sun: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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