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New Hartford, NY — Est. 2004

Stop Thinking
About It.
Get On The Mat.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA and Youth Martial Arts — taught by Coach Len Sonia with over 20 years of experience. No ego. Just real training that changes your life.

20+
Years Teaching
7
Days a Week
6+
Programs
Relson Gracie Lineage
Team Balance
All Ages & Levels
Unlimited Classes

Find Your Discipline

Every program at Dojo 1 is built for real people — beginners to competitors. Walk in on day one and you'll feel at home.

No-Gi BJJ training at Dojo 1
Gi & No-Gi

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

The art that revolutionized martial arts. Technique over size. A human chess match. We follow the traditions of the Gracie family — representing the Relson Gracie lineage and Team Balance. Come start living the BJJ lifestyle.

Muay Thai kickboxing class at Dojo 1
The Art of 8 Limbs

Muay Thai

The King of the Ring. Muay Thai has earned the respect of the entire combat world for its devastating techniques. A must for self-defense, combat sports, and if you want the best workout of your life. Safe, friendly, and intense.

MMA competition - Dojo 1 fighter
Full Spectrum

Mixed Martial Arts

Combine striking, grappling, and wrestling into a complete fighting system. Our MMA program is built on real coaching, real drilling, and real sparring — at your pace. Whether you want to compete or just want to be ready.

Dojo 1 youth team group photo with Coach Len
Ages 6 – 14

Youth Program

We build character, discipline, and confidence. Hands-on and challenging — no child left behind. If you're serious about getting your kid into an activity with real, visible results, Dojo 1 is where they belong.

Meet Coach Len Sonia

Coach Len Sonia teaching BJJ at Dojo 1

3rd Degree Black Belt. Team Balance.

Coach Len Sonia has been in the martial arts most of his life — over 20 years in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai. He believes in martial arts training for everyone, and that philosophy is at the heart of everything at Dojo 1.

Len holds a 3rd Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under the Relson Gracie lineage. Dojo 1 is a proud member of the Team Balance family — the same network founded by Phil and Ricardo Migliarese out of Philadelphia. The lineage runs straight back through the Gracie family: Helio Gracie → Relson Gracie → the Migliarese brothers → right here to the mats in New Hartford.

He's also trained directly with Erik Paulson — founder of Combat Submission Wrestling (CSW) and first American Shooto World Champion. That experience shapes how the team trains at Dojo 1 — blending traditional BJJ with real-world grappling and striking.

Whether you want to compete, get in shape, learn self-defense, or just need something that challenges you — Dojo 1 is where you belong. Come in and give it a chance. Let's do great things together.

  • 3rd Degree Black Belt — Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
  • Official Team Balance Affiliate — New Hartford, NY
  • Trained Directly with Erik Paulson (CSW)
  • Lineage: Helio Gracie → Relson Gracie → Migliarese Brothers
  • 20+ Years Teaching BJJ & Muay Thai
  • Training Everyone from Day-One Beginners to Competitors

What Makes Us Different

A lot of gyms teach martial arts. Very few change your life. Here's why Dojo 1 stands apart.

Unlimited Access.

Every membership includes full access to all classes and programs — BJJ, Muay Thai, MMA, and more. Train as much as you want, 7 days a week.

Real Lineage. Real Coaching.

Dojo 1 represents the Relson Gracie lineage and Team Balance. Over 20 years of direct experience, not a weekend certification. You're learning from someone who has lived this art.

Everyone Is Welcome.

Beginners, competitors, parents, kids, law enforcement. We focus on every person who walks through our door. MMA isn't for everyone — but the martial arts are. And we are the martial arts.

Simple. Honest. Pricing.

Every plan includes unlimited attendance to all classes and programs. No hidden fees. Straightforward pricing.

Youth Program
$155
per month
  • Ages 6 – 14
  • Unlimited classes
  • All programs included
  • Character & discipline focused
  • Competition team available
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Family Plan
$250
per month / 2 members
  • Up to 5 immediate family
  • 3 members — $300/mo
  • 4+ members — $350/mo
  • All programs & classes
  • Train together as a family
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Law Enforcement — $115/month — Dojo 1 proudly supports the men and women of law enforcement.

Training Videos

See what training at Dojo 1 actually looks like. Follow @coachlen_dojo1 on Instagram for more.

Every Day You Wait
Is a Day Wasted

Your first week is free. No pressure. Walk in, train, and see for yourself why Dojo 1 has been CNY's home for martial arts for over 20 years.

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Classes 7 Days A Week

Youth Schedule (Ages 6–14)

Monday
4:30 PM — Youth Kickboxing
Invite Only
Tuesday
4:30 PM — Youth No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu
Thursday
4:30 PM — Youth No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu
Saturday
9:30 AM — Youth Jiu-Jitsu Gi

Adult Schedule (Ages 13+)

Sunday
10:00 AM — 40+ No-Gi BJJ
11:00 AM — Jiu-Jitsu Gi
Monday
5:35 PM — No-Gi BJJ
7:00 PM — Thai Boxing
Tuesday
5:45 PM — No-Gi BJJ
Wednesday
12:00 PM — No-Gi BJJ
5:45 PM — Thai Boxing
5:45 PM — Jiu-Jitsu Gi
Thursday
5:45 PM — No-Gi BJJ
5:45 PM — Thai Boxing
Friday
12:00 PM — No-Gi BJJ
5:00 PM — No-Gi BJJ
Saturday
10:30 AM — No-Gi BJJ

Schedule subject to change. Call 315-404-8406 for the latest times.

Come See The Academy

3900 Oneida Street, New Hartford, NY 13413
315-404-8406
fit2fight@hotmail.com