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Academy of Champions Jiu Jitsu in Dallas
5 ★★★★★ 52 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Dallas, Texas
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule academyofchampionsdallas.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (682) 556-7300
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–2 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | 1–2 PM |
The classes they run
“My son and I are very lucky to learn from and be empowered by Professor Antonio and Professor Mari, and we are proud to be part of the ACJJ family 💪”
“They have created a great family-friendly environment, awesome instruction from 2 IBJJF trained referees, as well as competitors.”
“If you want to compete, get in shape or learn self defense, you can find it here!”
“This gym was the highlight of my time in Dallas, the professors treat you with the utmost respect and are more than willing to teach beginners of any age.”
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What members say
“Rarely do you find a combination of amazing professors, a friendly environment and a tailoring of individual needs.”
“Professor Antonio and Mari create such a welcoming and friendly environment that makes you feel like part of one big family from the moment you walk through the door.”
“Professor Antonio and Mari create such a welcoming and friendly environment that makes you feel like part of one big family from the moment you walk through the door.”
“Their instruction is top-notch—thoughtfully detailed, patient, and tailored to help everyone improve, whether you’re a beginner or advanced.”
“They have created a great family-friendly environment, awesome instruction from 2 IBJJF trained referees, as well as competitors.”
“It totally changed my life for the better (not only can I defend myself, but I lost almost 40 lbs in the process and am in the best shape of my life).”
From the reviews
ACJJ is an amazing place to learn jiu-jitsu, and being part of the team has improved not only my physical health, but also my mental health. There's more to ACJJ than learning bjj - you become part of the most welcoming, supportive community of wonderful people!
If you’re looking for an all around great BJJ gym , this is the place. Professors, Antonio and Mari have done a wonderful job creating a fun, educational and family oriented training environment. If you want to compete, get in shape or learn self defense, you can find it here!
The second you walk through the doors you can feel the pride everyone has being here, its like a close knit family and everyone is welcoming. This gym is like a second home for my family, Mari challenges the kids in a way that helps them grow and bond while developing true talent.
Professors Antonio and Mari are amazing people and have created a great culture at their academy. We attended a seminar before we even signed up and they were very welcoming. We were looking for a gym that had quality instruction and a family vibe. We found that at Academy of Champions.
New to BJJ? Start at Academy of Champions Jiu Jitsu in Dallas
Academy of Champions Jiu Jitsu in Dallas comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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 Academy of Champions Jiu Jitsu in Dallas
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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