Five programs. One free first class.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, No-Gi, MMA, women's kickboxing and kids martial arts on Central St. in Leominster. No experience needed.

The Squared team, kids and adults in gis, on the red-and-black mats under the SQUARED banner

Head coach Gabriel Gonzaga: 5th-degree BJJ black belt, 2x world champion, former UFC heavyweight title contender.

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Answer three quick questions and we'll point you to the class that fits. Every program is beginner-friendly.

Compare the programs

Every program is beginner-friendly. Coaches pair you with partners your size and level.

Programs compared by ages, gi or no-gi, and focus
ProgramAgesGi or no-giFocusFree class
Kids Martial Arts4–13GiJiu-jitsu for focus, confidence and real anti-bullying skills.Try it free: Kids Martial Arts
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu14+Gi (we lend you one for your first class)The gi program, taught by 5th- and 6th-degree black belts.Try it free: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
No-Gi Grappling14+No-gi: rash guard and shortsFast submission grappling in shorts and a rash guard.Try it free: No-Gi Grappling
MMA16+No-giStriking, wrestling and jiu-jitsu, from fitness to fight camp.Try it free: MMA
Women's Kickboxing16+No-gi: workout clothesA hard, fun hour on the bags. Learn to throw a real punch.Try it free: Women's Kickboxing

World-level coaches. Local gym.

Both head coaches have competed at the world level. Beginners get the same coaching as the black belts.

Head coaches Gabriel Gonzaga and Luis Soto in their black belts at Squared

Gabriel Gonzaga

Role
Head coach
Rank and titles
5th-degree black belt, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Judo black belt
2x World BJJ Champion
Former UFC heavyweight title contender
Multiple-time IBJJF Masters World Champion
More about Gabriel Gonzaga

Luis Soto

Role
Head coach
Rank and titles
6th-degree black belt, Jiu-Jitsu
4th-degree black belt, Judo
Judo National Champion, Masters
5th at the World Masters (Judo)
Meet the coaches
A Squared coach guiding two young students through a drillKids in gis practicing jiu-jitsuA young student with an orange belt on the mat
Kids Martial ArtsAges 4–13

For parents: more than a belt.

Our kids program uses jiu-jitsu to teach the things school and screens can't. Classes are structured, safe and a lot of fun.

Focus and listening
Kids follow a coach, wait their turn and finish what they start.
Confidence that holds up
They learn to stand tall, speak up and handle a bully without throwing a punch.
Fitness without a screen
An hour of rolling, drills and games. They sleep well that night.
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Your first class

  1. 1. Book online

    Pick a program. We text you to set a day and time.

  2. 2. Show up 10 minutes early

    Wear athletic clothes with no zippers. We lend you a gi for BJJ.

  3. 3. Train with a coach

    A coach walks you through the warm-up and the basics. No sparring on day one.

Hours and location

Open hours

Mon–Fri4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sat–Sun9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Full class times by program are confirmed when you book. See the schedule page.

Location

1033 Central St.
Leominster, MA 01453

978-502-5682squaredleominster@gmail.com

Students train with us from Leominster, Sterling, Fitchburg, Clinton and Lancaster.

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Questions

Do I need any experience?

No. Most of our students walked in with zero martial arts background. Every class starts with a warm-up and the basics.

What should I wear to my first class?

Athletic shorts or pants and a t-shirt or rash guard, with no zippers or pockets. Bring water. For BJJ we can lend you a gi.

What age can my child start?

Our kids program starts at age 4 and runs to 13. Teens 14 and up join the adult BJJ and No-Gi classes.

How much does a membership cost?

Your first class is free. We go over membership options in person after your class, so you only pay for what fits your schedule.

Your first class is on us.

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Questions? Call 978-502-5682.