Self defense school · East Lansing, MI · reviewed since 2013
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%97+67.2Reliability 31%93+28.6Experts Score= 96Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.96SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#27 of 66 pilates studiosiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 60%
4.9★★★★★74 Google reviews · 9 photos
97%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Magic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 4.9 out of 5 based on 74 reviews, highlighting a welcoming community, knowledgeable instructors, and high-quality gi and no-gi classes for adults and children. Recurring themes include the facility's cleanliness, raised mats, and flexible scheduling that accommodates various lifestyles. While most feedback is positive, one low-star review criticized the limited mat space and the perceived lack of engagement from a specific instructor.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 74 reviews (97% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 74 Google reviews (44 with written comments, 2 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 1% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 19, 2026.
Service: Pilates Studio serving East Lansing, Michigan.
Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.
Score profile vs other pilates studios
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: reliability.
Magic Brazilian Jiu-JitsuPilates Studios median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Magic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
97
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Magic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
93
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 98.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 87.–
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Magic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 66.–
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Star ratings
74 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars7297%
4 stars11%
3 stars00%
2 stars11%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 44 written reviews
97%praise
Praise3797%
Complaints13%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
6topics
Staff & attitude1950%
Would recommend924%
Quality & results616%
Price & value25%
Speed & response13%
Communication13%
What customers talk about
We read 44 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I had a great time and everyone was super friendly.”
“The students and instructors were incredibly welcoming and I would highly recommend Magic.”
“The instruction is top-notch with numerous black belts who are willing to teach and share their knowledge.”
“And it's all affordable.”
“The instruction lasts an hour, immediately followed by open mat where everyone participated.”
“The instructors Matt, Mike, and Nick were incredibly knowledgeable and were able to explain techniques so that all levels could understand.”
People customers mention
Matt5 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
CChristopherLocal Guide · 15 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★
Awesome training at this school! Everybody has good vibes and no ego on the mats. If you’re wanting solid rounds and wanting to improve your game or just get into it. This is definitely the school for you! Had good rounds in the gi and no gi classes. Good pace and learned some really cool leg entries from bottom and…
BBrad2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
I trained here for four years before having to move out of state. Needless to say I am going to miss training at Magic BJJ. This gym fosters a sense of community, safe training, and a place where you can make lifelong friends. The instruction is top-notch with numerous black belts who are willing to teach and share…
JJames6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★
I was working in lansing and dropped in for a class. I had a great time and everyone was super friendly. If you are visiting the area I can't reccomend it enough.
FFosterLocal Guide · 95 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★
Even though it's been 15 years since i last did Judo, it all came flooding back once i hit the mat. Everyone there has a great sense of community and has been a tremendous help with every step. The instructors have been fun, informative and patient, embodying the spirit of martial arts as teachers. I look forward to rising the ranks with my peers here!
VVidhuLocal Guide · 54 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
My posting for the kids session at the Magic BJJ. Coach Nick is an expert in teaching all the kids and keep the kids in check. The classes are combination of energy, technique, fun and discipline
DDawson1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Knowledgeable instructors, great environment, and fantastic culture. Everyone is really nice, chill, and happy to help beginners. I would 10/10 recommend Magic BJJ. I credit them for me having one of the best summer's of me life.
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Christopher BravoLocal Guide · 15 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Christopher has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Awesome training at this school! Everybody has good vibes and no ego on the mats. If you’re wanting solid rounds and wanting to improve your game or just get into it. This is definitely the school for you! Had good rounds in the gi and no gi classes. Good pace and learned some really cool leg entries from bottom and top positions that I will be incorporating into my game form here on out.
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Robert Verdell6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Robert has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I trained here for four years before having to move out of state. Needless to say I am going to miss training at Magic BJJ. This gym fosters a sense of community, safe training, and a place where you can make lifelong friends. The instruction is top-notch with numerous black belts who are willing to teach and share their knowledge. Coach Matt and the rest of the instructors here have created something special! This gym is for people of all experience levels, whether you consider yourself a hobbyist or a serious competitor.
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James West6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews James has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I was working in lansing and dropped in for a class. I had a great time and everyone was super friendly. If you are visiting the area I can't reccomend it enough.
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Foster SchottLocal Guide · 95 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Foster has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Even though it's been 15 years since i last did Judo, it all came flooding back once i hit the mat. Everyone there has a great sense of community and has been a tremendous help with every step. The instructors have been fun, informative and patient, embodying the spirit of martial arts as teachers. I look forward to rising the ranks with my peers here!
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Vidhu VadLocal Guide · 54 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Vidhu has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My posting for the kids session at the Magic BJJ. Coach Nick is an expert in teaching all the kids and keep the kids in check. The classes are combination of energy, technique, fun and discipline
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Dawson Sanderson1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Dawson has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Knowledgeable instructors, great environment, and fantastic culture. Everyone is really nice, chill, and happy to help beginners. I would 10/10 recommend Magic BJJ. I credit them for me having one of the best summer's of me life.
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Peyton PursleyLocal Guide · 37 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Peyton has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I just visited Magic BJJ during a visit back home with family. I have lived out of state for quite some time and have no idea about any of the local gyms. This one popped up with excellent reviews and they all make sense. Some of the things that make this gym awesome in no particular order:
1: their mats have plenty of space and they are raised.
2: their instructors and students were all so welcoming and everyone had a positive attitude.
3: there was a very high ratio of upper belts to lower belts in the class I attended. That means there’s a plethora of experience and always someone to answer questions.
4: the instruction was easily digestible, but still felt advanced enough that anyone should have walked away with a lesson learned.
5: the class structure was great. Warm ups, drilling some basic judo concepts, and then into the meat of the BJJ moves of the day. The instruction lasts an hour, immediately followed by open mat where everyone participated.
6: the vibes of the gym and its members tells me they keep each other safe and it’s a comfortable training environment.
7: as someone not new to BJJ, but new to them, I had someone show me around the gym and touch base with me again during and after class. They made sure I felt right at home.
8: they are upgrading their facilities!
9: I saw what I believe may have been a separate women’s class going on. If you’re a woman looking to train and are intimidated, or just want to tailor your training to other women for purposes like competition, it seems they have you covered.
10: they offer a week long trial with unlimited classes if you’re new to BJJ or if you’re trying to find a new gym and want to be sure it’s for you.
Overall, I felt like I was right at home. If I am in the area again and my schedule works out, I will definitely be stopping by. Good people and good jiu jitsu.
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roman patrick5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews roman has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
