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January 2023 by Connor Clark
Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy, under the leadership of Dan Pilewski, invites people of all walks of life to engage and participate in a martial art that taps into the essence of developing ones mind, body, and spirit.Dan and his team have created an extraordinary environment - balancing attention-to-detail, discipline, and gritty work ethic with humility, wisecracking, and camaraderie.Being a gym owner myself, I recognize Relson Gracie’s unique blend as one that stands out amongst the rest. The impact of being a part of what Dan has put together has impacted me in ways I could not have predicted.I joined as a complete beginner, as green as grass, with no prior martial art experience. I’ve been pushed to my limits, challenged to grow, and guided with my best interests in mind from peers and coaches alike.Do not hesitate to get in touch with Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy. You won’t regret it.
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January 2022 by Jennifer Connor
Coach Dan is the reason we keep coming to Relson Gracie academy. He has the patience of a saint while training the little sharks! Our 5 year old has been in his class since April and has learned a lot and has made friends with all the kids. I stay for the class, there is plenty of seating for parents and coach interacts with everyone and makes jokes, we’re laughing a lot. The kids get plenty of water breaks and each class usually ends with sparring.I have tried the adult class and never did jiujitsu in my life. It doesn’t matter what level you’re at when you join a class, coach and other people training will help you. While I haven’t signed up for jiujitsu yet I have joined the morning conditioning workouts on M, W, & F mornings. It is an hour of intense training that includes running, high intensity intervals, and strength training with weights and body weight. I love it! I have been doing it since May and plan to continue inevitably :-)
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January 2022 by Dirk Diggler
Hands down the best jujitsu gymHands down the best jujitsu gym in all of Connecticut. Coach Daniel is absolutely amazing in every aspect, hes respectful Extremely knowledgable Has patience that is unmatched and to be honest hes just an all around great guy. Has patience that is unmatched and to be honest hes just an all around great guy. I myself have taken advantage of the classes and have progressed at a rapid pace that is surprising even me and my daughter is excelling even faster than me. I can't recommend this gym enough. If you are looking to learn a new skill, be around great people And learn from a professional that actually cares please give this gym a chance because you won't regret it!
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July 2021 by Jennifer A.
Coach Dan is the reason we keep coming to Relson Gracie academy. He has the patience of a saint while training the little sharks! Our 5 year old has been in his class since April and has learned a lot and has made friends with all the kids. I stay for the class, there is plenty of seating for parents and coach interacts with everyone and makes jokes, we're laughing a lot. The kids get plenty of water breaks and each class usually ends with sparring. I have tried the adult class and never did jiujitsu in my life. It doesn't matter what level you're at when you join a class, coach and other people training will help you. While I haven't signed up for jiujitsu yet I have joined the morning conditioning workouts on M, W, & F mornings. It is an hour of intense training that includes running, high intensity intervals, and strength training with weights and body weight. I love it! I have been doing it since May and plan to continue inevitably :-)
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February 2021 by Mitchell B.
Daniel is the real deal. Great professional environment with an atmosphere toward learning. Great group of guys training.
