Spencer Suwal a month ago

I trained here for just about a year and a half and regret I didn’t join any sooner than I did! Jeff and all the instructors do a great job of making what could easily be an intimidating environment one of the most welcoming communities I’ve had the privilege of being apart of in the greater Boston area. I genuinely cannot sing this gym’s praises enough! Highly recommend to any prospective student!

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Hazie G 3 months ago

I joined Back to Basics at the end of summer last year, and from day one Jeff and his team of coaches have been incredibly welcoming, accommodating, and approachable. The classes are thoughtfully designed to build your skill set step by step, so it doesn’t matter if you have zero prior experience. The progress I’ve made—thanks to Jeff’s hands-on adjustments and the consistent coaching from the entire team—has been invaluable. These guys are absolute pros. All of the coaches actively fight, so they truly know their craft (you’ll occasionally see a black eye or two in the studio, which says it all). I found the studio to be not only a safe place to train, but also a lot of fun, with great music that keeps the energy up. They also offer a free Jiu-Jitsu class for women every Sunday at 10am, led by Victoria—Jeff’s wife and a brilliant coach—an absolute badass. If you’re curious about Muay Thai, Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, or boxing, I highly recommend giving Back to Basics a shot.

Hazie G 4 months ago

I joined Back to Basics at the end of summer last year, and from day one Jeff and his team of coaches have been incredibly welcoming, accommodating, and approachable. The classes are thoughtfully designed to build your skill set step by step, so it doesn’t matter if you have zero prior experience. The progress I’ve made—thanks to Jeff’s hands-on adjustments and the consistent coaching from the entire team—has been invaluable. These guys are absolute pros. All of the coaches actively fight, so they truly know their craft (you’ll occasionally see a black eye or two in the studio, which says it all). I found the studio to be not only a safe place to train, but also a lot of fun, with great music that keeps the energy up. They also offer a free Jiu-Jitsu class for women every Sunday at 10am, led by Victoria—Jeff’s wife and a brilliant coach—an absolute badass. If you’re curious about Muay Thai, Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, or boxing, I highly recommend giving Back to Basics a shot.

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Raul Guliev 4 months ago

Coach Jeff and the entire team at Back to Basics are truly exceptional. I’ve trained in multiple martial arts disciplines in three different countries, and I honestly have never seen a gym that blends individual arts into a complete MMA system as well as Back to Basics does. Jeff is incredibly knowledgeable across striking, grappling, and MMA, and he has a rare ability to build a strong, technical base while still pushing you to grow fast. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced fighter who wants to compete seriously, he can help you level up in every area. What really stands out is the culture he creates. Martial arts can be an individual sport, but Jeff makes it feel like a true team — a supportive, family-like environment where everyone is encouraged to improve and help each other. He genuinely cares about his students and takes the time to explain details the right way, making sure people actually understand and progress. No matter your age or your goals, you can learn and evolve here. I can’t recommend this gym enough. Thank you, Jeff, for everything you do for all of us — Back to Basics is something special.

Raul Guliev 4 months ago

Coach Jeff and the entire team at Back to Basics are truly exceptional. I’ve trained in multiple martial arts disciplines in three different countries, and I honestly have never seen a gym that blends individual arts into a complete MMA system as well as Back to Basics does. Jeff is incredibly knowledgeable across striking, grappling, and MMA, and he has a rare ability to build a strong, technical base while still pushing you to grow fast. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced fighter who wants to compete seriously, he can help you level up in every area. What really stands out is the culture he creates. Martial arts can be an individual sport, but Jeff makes it feel like a true team — a supportive, family-like environment where everyone is encouraged to improve and help each other. He genuinely cares about his students and takes the time to explain details the right way, making sure people actually understand and progress. No matter your age or your goals, you can learn and evolve here. I can’t recommend this gym enough. Thank you, Jeff, for everything you do for all of us — Back to Basics is something special.

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