BJJ in Brookline

Brookline is home to Florian Martial Arts Center, run by the Florian brothers — head instructor and owner Keith Florian (Professor) and Kenny Florian, the former UFC lightweight and featherweight title challenger who competed at multiple UFC weight classes and is now a sports commentator. The instructor bench is one of the deepest in the metro: Jake Parla (Manager / Coach), Miguel Claravall (Professor), Charles More (Coach), Jesse Thompson (Professor), Charles Santiago (Professor), Joe Conery (Professor), and striking coaches Lavell Wesley, Zach, Louis, and Alex. Programs include Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Striking, plus dedicated Children and Women's programs spanning beginner through professional fighter levels. A Free One Week Pass is available; schedule is managed via Gymdesk.