Synthesis Brazilian JiuJitsu

10/06/2026

We’re adding a Kids Striking Class to the Synthesis BJJ schedule!

Starting this Saturday Oct 17th, kids ages 8 and up can join us for striking every Saturday at 9:00 AM.

The class will focus on fundamentals, movement, coordination, proper technique, and building confidence in a safe, structured environment.

The first class will be taught by Coach Jayden and Coach Casey.
For our current students, the class will be included at no additional cost through the end of November. For new students, the first class is free, so feel free to come give it a try.

We’re excited to add another training option for our younger students and give them a chance to develop a different side of their martial arts skill set.
Kids Striking
Ages 8+
Saturdays at 9:00 AM

Current students: no additional cost through the end of November
New students: first class free

Synthesis BJJ

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10/06/2026

Huge congratulations to everyone from Synthesis BJJ who stepped out and competed!

• **Cory Berardi:** 5th, No-Gi | Advanced | -170 lbs
• **Riley Ferris:** 🥈 2nd, No-Gi | Beginner White | -125 lbs
• **Summer Brennan:** 🥇 1st, No-Gi | Beginner White | -125 lbs
• **Morgan Purcell:** 🥈 2nd, Gi | Blue | -145 lbs and 🥈 2nd, No-Gi | Intermediate Blue | -145 lbs
• **Hunter Teboe:** 4th, Gi | White | -170 lbs and 4th, No-Gi | Intermediate Blue | -170 lbs
• **Dominic Avangelista:** 🥇 1st, No-Gi | Intermediate Blue | -200 lbs
• **Jared Trivedi:** No-Gi | -155 lbs
• **Mike O'Connell:** 🥈 2nd, No-Gi | Beginner White | -215 lbs
• **Adam Jones:** 🥉 3rd, Gi | White | -215 lbs
• **Rowan O'Connell:** 🥉 3rd, Kids No-Gi | 12–13 Beginner White | -95 lbs
• **Shae O'Connell:** 🥈 2nd, Kids No-Gi | 12–13 Beginner White | -95 lbs

We're proud of everyone who competed, regardless of placement. Getting out there, testing your training, and representing the room is something to be proud of.

Congratulations to the whole crew!

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09/07/2026

Thank you to all that came out to the community open mat today at Synthesis BJJ. We all put in some good work, had fun, and got a little better together. If you missed this one try to make the next one on Thanksgiving...10am. Hope to see you there.

09/01/2026

Labor Day Open Roll at Synthesis BJJ!

We’re opening up the mats this Labor Day for two hours of open rolling.

Monday, September 7
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Synthesis BJJ

All levels are welcome, Gi or No-Gi. Come get some rounds in, train with people you might not normally get to roll with, and feel free to bring a friend.

Please note: All regularly scheduled classes are cancelled for Labor Day. The Open Roll will be the only scheduled training that day.

See you on the mats!

08/26/2026

Schedule update: Our weekday wrestling classes have been cancelled.

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07/27/2026

Fight week. Jon Piersma makes his PFL debut this Friday, July 31st at UBS Arena against Omar El Dafrawy.

Jon has put in serious work on the mats here at Synthesis, and the whole gym will be watching him step into the cage.

How to watch: PFL New York airs on ESPN and ESPN+.

Rochester and the whole gym are behind you, Jon. Go get it.

07/20/2026

The RMNU Jiu-Jitsu Team Camp is October 23–25 in Tampa, FL, come check it out!

07/08/2026

July 4th Open Mat 🥋

We hope everyone had a great time celebrating our 250th birthday, and a big thanks to everyone who showed up 🇺🇸🎆🇺🇸

It was awesome seeing the local jiu-jitsu community share the mat with such incredible energy. Huge thanks to all the cross-training visitors for bringing great rounds and great vibes.

Catch you all at the next one! 🤛

06/29/2026

This July 4th, we are celebrating America’s 250th Semiquincentennial on the mats!

We are canceling our regular schedule for Independence Day and opening up the floor for a massive Holiday Open Roll.

📅 Date: Saturday, July 4th, 2026

⏰ Time: 10:00 AM

🥋 Format: Open Roll (No formal classes)

Whether you want to burn off the barbecue before it even starts, put in some tough rounds, or just celebrate 250 years of this great country with your training partners, show up ready to work.

All affiliation and gyms are welcome. See you on the mats at 10 AM!

06/11/2026

Women's Open Mat at Synthesis BJJ! Gi or No-Gi, all academies and experience levels welcome. Come get some rounds in, meet new training partners, and be part of a positive, supportive community on the mats.

📅 June 14, 2026
⏰ 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
📍 1225 Jefferson Rd, Rochester, NY

Tag a training partner and help spread the word! 💙