Ginsberg Academy BJJ, located at 2000 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140, is a top-rated martial arts school. Headed by renowned Coach David Ginsberg, the academy offers a welcoming environment for all skill levels. It prioritizes safety, learning, and camaraderie. The instruction is detailed, and the atmosphere is positive. Women and beginners feel exceptionally supported here. The six-day-a-week class schedule includes BJJ, Judo, Wrestling, and Muay Thai.
Coach Dave's impressive credentials and personalized teaching approach stand out. He fosters a respectful and team-oriented culture. The academy's strong community spirit, coupled with rigorous training, helps members progress in their martial arts journey effectively.
Pros:
- High-quality instruction from experienced coaches
- Strong emphasis on safety
- Welcoming and supportive environment
- Classes for all skill levels
- Clean and well-maintained gym
- Variety of martial arts offered
- Positive and respectful community
- Coach Dave's impressive credentials
- Flexible training schedules
- Encouraging atmosphere for women
Cons:
- Limited class hours on some days
- May be busy during peak times
- Only one location in Cambridge
Location / Contact
- Address: 2000 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140, United States
- Phone:+1 617-821-1585
- Website:ginsbergacademy.com
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Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.
This business has a rating of 5.0-star.
This business has 45 reviews.
The address is: 2000 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140, United States .
The contact number is +1 617-821-1585
This service is listed under Martial Arts School .
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Auriell Gonzalez
3 years ago
This is by far the best gym that I could’ve stumbled upon. I was visiting Boston from LA and called around for what seemed like forever trying to find a decent gym to train at. Coach Dave answered the phone and was super friendly, he sent over a health assessment and made me aware of the procedures the academy has in place to keep everyone COVID safe. I really can’t express my gratitude for Coach Dave and his team. They were aware that I belonged to another affiliation and still welcomed me with open arms and let me work my game with no limits or restrictions. They embraced the my style, took me in as a jits sister and taught me a whole bunch during our rolls. Coach Dave is SUPER helpful when it comes to correcting technique and patching holes in your game. It was an honor to share the mats with them!
Michael Wing
3 years ago
I've spent the last few months training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Ginsberg Academy and my experience has been nothing short of amazing.Professor Dave is a very skilled and friendly instructor that does his best to ensure students are training in a safe but engaging way. As a newer student, I have been extremely impressed with Dave's ability to foster a great learning and growth environment, where more senior students provide mentorship to newer students and developing students are encouraged to take on mentorship roles as they grow. The academy does its best to accommodate a wide range of schedules and learning styles. I feel like students are almost always training for hours after the formal class sessions, which is crucial for people who work pretty late, and instructors are always communicating the important details for techniques they're teaching so students are clear on why you perform a move a certain way, and not just how.I unfortunately had to move recently, but my time at Ginsberg Academy has me hooked on BJJ (I trained there 3-5 times/week and for sure plan to continue) and would 100% recommend that anyone looking to train BJJ/Judo/Wrestling/Muay Thai in the Boston area to go check it out!
Nathan Lintz
3 years ago
I have been training at Ginsberg Academy for 2 years and have loved every minute of it. Dave is a phenomenal teacher and has helped me grow as a BJJ competitor. The gym is extremely clean and I've always felt safe during training. I would strongly recommend Ginsberg academy to anyone who is interested in learning BJJ or wants to up their game.
Garrett Bernstein
4 years ago
In-person classes in the past were awesome, but Coach Ginsberg has gone above and beyond during the pandemic to keep the gym running via Zoom video classes. He offers a variety of classes from multiple instructors in many different time slots, all with personally tailored feedback to correct form, along with a continued emphasis on safety. While I really miss live rolling, the Zoom classes are as close as I can get to the real thing, and I can definitely tell the emphasis on body positioning and movements is going to help my live game. Also a big shout out to Coach Ama for leading pilates, my darkhorse favorite class of the pandemic. Damn that class destroys my core, but she does it in a super mindful way that I can tell will also help my live game.
Patty Haggerty
4 years ago
This academy is one of the best there is. Coach Dave and Mike always make me feel welcomed. Being a person with disabilities they make me feel I also can do the sport and this sport is for anyone who wishes to join. We are all a team here and learn from one another. Very great full to found a place with acceptance and respect. I always am learning more what I can do in the sport.
Arthur Chan
4 years ago
I have been learning from the Academy for three months and recently switch to a 6-month payment plan. If you look up Prof. David Ginsberg online, you would often see comments saying that he is one of the most underrated BJJ practitioners/instructors. Indeed, there is no doubt to me Dave is a tremendous martial artist himself. But perhaps more importantly, it is how he care about safety of training, hygiene of the gym and ethics of the art. All students I met are friendly, welcoming and genuinely interested in martial arts.Reasonable fee, experienced instructor and friendly group. I believe my time and $ well-spent during last three months. I highly recommend you to check the gym out.
Adam Sabatella
4 years ago
Came to visit this Academy while in MA for work. Dave Ginsberg is the nicest guy in Jiu-jitsu. His students are very friendly and welcoming. Training here was an awesome experience.
Nischit Ranganath
5 years ago
Safe training, amazing community and technique from the best, what more can you ask for? I also love that Coach Dave emphasizes the self defense aspect of the sport so much.
Jen Amlani
5 years ago
Dave is an amazing instructor - he has the knowledge and experience to provide BJJ and other martial arts coaching at all levels, and truly cares about the safety and well-being of his students. The atmosphere cultivated here is excellent too, whether it is your first or 100th class you will feel welcomed and supported by coaches and classmates alike.
Euro Leon
5 years ago
Best learning environment I've been in. Professor Ginsberg, the instructors and students are enthusiastic, share their knowledge and want you to become a better student.I had the great pleasure to watch my talented friend get a blue belt!