Motion City BJJ
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Motion City BJJ is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in New Brighton, Minnesota, opened in early 2024 by co-owners Aidan and Michelle Donovan, who have trained since 2008 and 2010. The gym teaches both gi and no-gi, with programs for kids, teens, adults and a women's-only class led within a welcoming, beginner-friendly culture. Newcomers are pointed to Fundamentals classes, no prior experience or fitness is required, and competition is entirely optional. Students earn stripes and belts through attendance, effort and skill progression, and active members can join the weekend open mat. The academy is registered with the USBJJF.
Training
- Styles
- Jiu Jitsu · Gi / No-Gi
- Affiliation
- USBJJF
- Founded
- 2024
Programmes
- Kids classes
- Teen classes
- Women-only classes
- Beginners' course
- Open mat
Your first visit
- Trial
- Free trial · 7 days
- Beginners
- No experience needed
- Visiting from another gym
- Visitors welcome
Timetable this week
Monday
Jiu Jitsu
Jiu JitsuKids
BeginnersJiu Jitsu
Jiu Jitsu
Tuesday
Jiu Jitsu
Jiu JitsuKids
BeginnersJiu Jitsu
Jiu Jitsu
Wednesday
Jiu Jitsu
Jiu JitsuKids
BeginnersJiu Jitsu
Jiu Jitsu
Thursday
Jiu Jitsu
Jiu JitsuKids
BeginnersJiu Jitsu
Jiu Jitsu
Friday
Jiu Jitsu
Jiu JitsuKids
Saturday
Jiu Jitsu
Jiu JitsuWomen only
Opening hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00-12:00, 17:00-20:00
- Friday
- 11:00-12:00, 17:00-19:30
- Saturday
- 10:00-12:00
- Sunday
- Closed
Prices
Monthly
US$130.00Monthly
US$175.00MonthlyKidsTrialUnlimitedvalid 1 month
US$65.00MonthlyAdultsTrialUnlimitedvalid 1 month
US$87.50From the gym's website, checked 4 November 2026.
Coaches
- Aidan Donovan
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Michelle Donovan
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Ashley Valdez
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Alex Philipp
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Brandon Wilson
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Al Miller
Assistant coachJiu Jitsu
- Violet McNab
Assistant coachJiu Jitsu
- Ameet Leeder
Assistant coachJiu Jitsu
- Jeremy McNab
Assistant coachJiu Jitsu
Contact
- Website
- https://motioncitybjj.com
- @motioncitybjj
Questions about Motion City BJJ
Where is Motion City BJJ?
Motion City BJJ is at 550 County Rd D West #2, New Brighton, MN 55112, USA.
Which sports does Motion City BJJ teach?
Motion City BJJ is listed for Jiu Jitsu.
Can I try Motion City BJJ before joining?
Yes. Motion City BJJ lets you train free for 7 days.
When are the beginner classes at Motion City BJJ?
Motion City BJJ runs classes open to beginners on Monday 11:00, Monday 17:00 and Monday 18:00.
When is Motion City BJJ open?
Motion City BJJ is open Monday - Thursday 11:00-12:00 and 17:00-20:00; Friday 11:00-12:00 and 17:00-19:30; Saturday 10:00-12:00.
How much does Motion City BJJ cost?
Prices at Motion City BJJ: Kids · Membership · Unlimited: US$130.00 a month, Adults · Membership · Unlimited: US$175.00 a month, Try It Out Offer: US$65.00 a month and Try It Out Offer: US$87.50 a month.
Can I train at Motion City BJJ when visiting from another gym?
Yes. Motion City BJJ welcomes visitors from other gyms.
Gyms near Motion City BJJ
Southside Brazilian Jiu Jitsu AcademyUnmanaged listing5.3 km away · 2303 Kennedy St NE, Suite 105, Minneapolis, MN 55413, USAJiu Jitsu
Alliance MPLSUnmanaged listing8.9 km away · 2525 E Franklin Ave # 200, Minneapolis, MN 55406, USAJiu Jitsu
Checkmat South MinneapolisUnmanaged listing10 km away · 1362 La Salle Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USAJiu Jitsu
Prodigy Martial ArtsUnmanaged listing13 km away · 1630 101st Ave NE #190, Blaine, MN 55449, USAJiu Jitsu · Muay Thai
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