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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Albuquerque
5 ★★★★★ 70 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Part of 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule 10pabq.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 505-208-6435
Hours
| Monday | 6–7 am, 12–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–7 am, 12–8 pm |
| Thursday | 12–8 pm |
| Friday | 6–7 am, 12–1 pm |
| Saturday | 12–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I chose 10th Planet because my son is neurodiverse and I thought jiu-jitsu would be a good physical activity to meet his sensory needs and to teach him some self-defense.”
“Coaches and atmosphere are A+, beginner & all level classes have a clear built on progression and sitting in on a competition class opened up perspective on new goals.”
“Dropped in for an open mat this past weekend and the facility was clean and well-maintained.”
“I chose 10th Planet because my son is neurodiverse and I thought jiu-jitsu would be a good physical activity to meet his sensory needs and to teach him some self-defense.”
“Coaches and atmosphere are A+, beginner & all level classes have a clear built on progression and sitting in on a competition class opened up perspective on new goals.”
Other martial arts here
“The classes were taught in a way that emphasized important elements of the modern jiu jitsu game (wrestling, leg locks, etc.”
What members say
“Coach Nate Harris is a great coach and keeps classes fun and challenging.”
“Coaches and atmosphere are A+, beginner & all level classes have a clear built on progression and sitting in on a competition class opened up perspective on new goals.”
“You’ll find a diverse group of people who are all incredibly supportive, respectful, and willing to let you work at your skill level.”
“It is a unique gym… a melting pot of techniques and talent… I am honored to call this place my home gym.”
“Coaches and atmosphere are A+, beginner & all level classes have a clear built on progression and sitting in on a competition class opened up perspective on new goals.”
From the reviews
I have been training here for the past month. The facility is welcoming and the staff is awesome! The members have built up a strong community that is very inviting. Coach Nate Harris is a great coach and keeps classes fun and challenging.
10th planet Albuquerque is the perfect gym to learn jiu jitsu. The coaches are patient and knowledgeable. The facility is clean and there’s tons of mat space. They offer striking classes in addition to grappling. This gym caters to the hobbyists as well as the serious competitors. I highly recommend training here.
Did a drop-in while driving by. 25$ for 2.5hrs starting at 6pm. Super chill and fun guys to train with. In beginner class we drilled basic stance and movement, arm drag to back take and to sitted back take. Regular class after that was about rubber guard.
Going on 2 months training here & never having done any martial art before this place couldn’t have been a better place to start. Coaches and atmosphere are A+, beginner & all level classes have a clear built on progression and sitting in on a competition class opened up perspective on new goals.
New to BJJ? Start at 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Albuquerque
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Albuquerque comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Albuquerque
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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