Solid Base Bjj
About
Solid Base Bjj offers comprehensive training in mixed martial arts, wrestling, and judo, led by a team of experienced instructors. Head Coach Ricardo Oliveira, a 5th degree black belt with a brown belt in judo, is supported by adult instructors John Brenes and Ricardo Gonzales, along with kids and youth instructor Steven Torres. The gym provides a structured environment that balances slow, intentional movement and fundamentals with precise, competitive rounds, catering to practitioners of all skill levels. Members appreciate the clean mats and facilities, which contribute to a safe and fun environment for all ages.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members praise the personalized guidance and clear feedback from coaches, particularly highlighting Head Coach Ricardo Oliveira for his technical expertise and welcoming approach. They describe a training environment that balances fundamentals with competitive rounds, suitable for all skill levels from beginners to experienced practitioners. Reviewers consistently mention improvements in both physical skills and mental attributes like confidence, focus, and discipline. Specific compliments include the clean facilities, family-friendly atmosphere, and the genuine care shown to every student regardless of their experience level.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Patrick DeFreitas
a month ago
As an engineer, I’ve been looking for a gym that values structure, feedback, and continuous improvement—and this place nails it. The coaches provide personalized guidance and clear feedback, and the room is filled with practitioners of all levels who are eager to learn and help each other grow. Training balances slow, intentional movement and fundamentals with precise, competitive rounds. Technical, thoughtful, and welcoming—exactly what I was looking for. Top tier gym right here👌🔥
Rosa Ortiz
a year ago
The owner Ricardo and his wife always treat us with true hospitality when we visit. Clean mats/faculty with a safe & fun environment for all ages. Coach Ricardo goes above and beyond with his classes and accepts people with warmth and respect. My husband and son are beyond grateful to be training at Solid Base. We highly recommend this academy to anyone with all skill levels. This will be the place for you!! #TEAMSOLIDBASE
liliana martins monteiro
a month ago
Since we started training here, our experience with jiu-jitsu has been amazing. The instructor doesn’t just teach techniques — he truly teaches discipline, respect, and the real values of jiu-jitsu. The environment is welcoming and motivating, and there is genuine care for every student, no matter their level. We’ve noticed a big improvement not only physically, but mentally as well — more focus, confidence, and discipline. We’re very happy to be part of this academy and highly recommend it!
Camron Bennett
a month ago
Solid Base BJJ is a great gym with knowledgeable coaches, a welcoming atmosphere, and strong fundamentals. Training is structured, challenging, and beginner-friendly while still pushing experienced students to improve. Highly recommend.
J S
2 years ago
Amazing school and even more amazing teacher. Don’t hesitate to take your children to learn from Ricardo. He’ll turn them into champions. My son has been in school for over a year and his confidence has grown more than we could ever imagine. He just turned grey belt and looking forward to more belts👊. We appreciate everything Ricardo has done and trust me when I say this, this school is worth a look.
Contact
1079 Queen St, Southington, CT 06489, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 6:00 – 7:00 AM, 10:00 – 11:30 AM, 4:30 – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 – 7:00 AM, 10:00 – 11:30 AM, 4:30 – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 – 7:00 AM, 10:00 – 11:30 AM, 4:30 – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Ricardo Oliveira
Head Coach
5th Degree Black Belt, Brown Belt in Judo
Over 30 years experience. Won over 80 medals in IBJJF, Gaman, Naga, and AJP tournaments. Focused on BJJ instruction and student development.
John Brenes
Adult Instructor
Ricardo Gonzales
Adult Instructor
Steven Torres
Kids & Youth Instructor