Blue Wave Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Head instructor Jimmy Quinlan brings over two decades of elite martial arts experience to Blue Wave. A three-time wrestling Hall of Fame inductee, Jimmy was the all-time wins and pins leader at Bridgewater State University, a 4x All-Conference champion, and ranked in the top 10 nationally during his collegiate wrestling career. As a UFC and TUF 17 veteran, he has coached athletes through over 15 UFC fights across the US, UK, and Germany. In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Jimmy is an 8x IBJJF major tournament adult medalist, No-Gi Adult World Champion, Pan BJJ Adult Champion, and 2x No-Gi Pan Adult Champion, having competed against legends like Buchecha, Garry Tonnon, and Ricardo Abreu.

Co-owner Dasha Quinlan is a brown belt under Jimmy with over 15 years of BJJ training. She is a No-Gi Worlds silver medalist and has earned multiple IBJJF medals including bronze at the Atlanta Open and New Haven Open. Dasha is also an amateur MMA competitor, bringing well-rounded grappling expertise to the academy's instruction.

The Blue Wave philosophy centers on three pillars: introducing students to the principles and techniques of Jiu-Jitsu, encouraging comprehensive study to develop self-defense capabilities, and fostering a competitive environment that builds resilience, tenacity, and a never-quit attitude. The academy's coaching team also includes Professor Josh Trefry, Assistant Coaches Leo Troncoso and Edniel Adorno, and Coach Bobby Lebrasseur, all dedicated to patient, example-driven instruction. Reviews consistently praise the clean facility, welcoming family atmosphere, and the instructors' genuine care for helping every student progress regardless of experience level.