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Academy of Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 46 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- 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 okcama.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 405-378-9675
Hours
| Monday | 6–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 6:30–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10:30 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | 6:30–8 pm |
The classes they run
“This place rocks, my daughter loves the kids class, she looks forward to going everytime, the coaches are all great.”
“Traditional Jiujitsu and No-gi jiujitsu have some of the best coaches of both styles.”
“Traditional Jiujitsu and No-gi jiujitsu have some of the best coaches of both styles.”
“Weather your looking to compete, get into shape, or just learn martial arts, AMA is the place to go!”
“Whether you're a beginner or advanced, this gym is perfect for anyone looking to improve their Jiu Jitsu skills.”
Other martial arts here
“As far as I know he is also the only instructor in oklahoma with both certified muay thai instructions with TBA, as well as a black belt under RT assoc.”
“My daughter participates in the kids Mixed Martial Arts class 2 days a week.”
“Coach Coleman has extensive knowledge in Muay Thai, BJJ, Boxing and Wrestling.”
“That coupled with his extensive wrestling background makes his knowledge unquestionably helpful to any aspiring martial atist.”
What members say
“A highlight is the female black belt instructor, whose expertise and dedication create an empowering environment for all practitioners.”
“It is great place for beginners, children and those who are wanting to maintain physical fitness”
“It is never boring and I feel that I have a new family to support me on my health journey.”
“The gym is impeccably clean and has a genuinely welcoming, female-friendly atmosphere.”
From the reviews
Academy of Martial Arts is the place to go! Adult or child, Coach Coleman offer the best knowledge in multiple martial arts for any and all ages and skill levels. I was very intimidated when I first started going to AMA, but the instructors and students made me feel like I belonged there.
I had a fantastic experience at AMA! The gym is impeccably clean and has a genuinely welcoming, female-friendly atmosphere. Training here is comfortable, especially with the incredible support from both instructors and fellow students.
Greatest martial arts gym in the state! Coach Coleman is hands down the best in the biz. As far as I know he is also the only instructor in oklahoma with both certified muay thai instructions with TBA, as well as a black belt under RT assoc.
This place rocks, my daughter loves the kids class, she looks forward to going everytime, the coaches are all great. I would recommend this place to anyone at any age.
New to BJJ? Start at Academy of Martial Arts
Academy of Martial Arts 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 Academy of Martial Arts
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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