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The Lab: Jiu Jitsu, MMA, Personal Training, Kickboxing
5 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Westwood, Massachusetts
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule thelabbjjdedham.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 781-613-0209
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 5:30 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–3 pm |
The classes they run
“They have early morning, noon, and evening adult classes for BJJ and small group fitness, and classes for the kids every night of the week.”
“I’ve dropped into The Lab for open mats a few times, and every time has been great.”
“The Lab is a great place to train regardless if your a serious competitor or someone who wants to train casually”
“They have numerous classes for all skill and experience levels and offer private lessons too!”
“The strength and conditioning classes here are amazing, in just a few months i feel the difference and am 100% happier with myself.”
“For the highest levels of competition and the most anxious beginner; for the child building self-confidence and the person maintaining their energy and mobility later into life.”
Other martial arts here
“Not to mention a versatile gym, with Gi and Nogi BJJ, wrestling, kickboxing, MMA, and strength training/conditioning as well.”
“I thought I was too old to start my BJJ journey however I’m so grateful to have found the courage to show up to a trial class one day…and then I just kept showing up.”
“If you are looking for hobby with your significant other or a great place for kids to learn self defense, bring them to the lab!”
What members say
“The club has a very welcoming environment and if you live in the area & are looking for high level BJJ + fitness instruction, Brett is one of the best around.”
“The strength and conditioning classes here are amazing, in just a few months i feel the difference and am 100% happier with myself.”
“For the highest levels of competition and the most anxious beginner; for the child building self-confidence and the person maintaining their energy and mobility later into life.”
“Brett and Kristen go above and beyond to make The Lab a safe, clean, educational, and welcoming gym.”
“From the moment you walk through those doors you are treated like family.”
“For the highest levels of competition and the most anxious beginner; for the child building self-confidence and the person maintaining their energy and mobility later into life.”
From the reviews
The Lab has been nothing but amazing for my family. My son started a year ago after being bullied on other sports teams and did not have the best self confidence because of it. He started his first class at the Lab and I could already tell it was a perfect fit.
The Lab is a fantastic gym, not only for Jiu-jitsu but for any fitness goals you might have. For the highest levels of competition and the most anxious beginner; for the child building self-confidence and the person maintaining their energy and mobility later into life.
I joined the Lab about 7 months ago after trying different gyms all around. It was the best decision i made for myself. The strength and conditioning classes here are amazing, in just a few months i feel the difference and am 100% happier with myself. I feel stronger and can see the improvements.
I have been doing BJJ/MMA for 4 years and it is my favorite past time. I’ve been to other gyms in the past, but when I joined The Lab 1 year ago I finally felt at home. Brett and Kristen go above and beyond to make The Lab a safe, clean, educational, and welcoming gym.
New to kickboxing? Start at The Lab: Jiu Jitsu, MMA, Personal Training, Kickboxing
The Lab: Jiu Jitsu, MMA, Personal Training, Kickboxing comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first kickboxing class at The Lab: Jiu Jitsu, MMA, Personal Training, Kickboxing
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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