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Adan Jiu Jitsu

4.9 ★★★★★ 34 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Sweetwater, Texas

BJJ gym Kids & teens Competition team

Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
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  • Website & schedule sweetwater-bjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (830) 475-0101

Hours

Monday 5–7:30 PM
Tuesday 5–7:30 PM
Wednesday 5–7:30 PM
Thursday 5–7:30 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Adan Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 9 mentions

“He’s incredibly patient and especially great with kids, always taking the time to make sure everyone feels comfortable and supported.”

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🏆 Competition Team 2 mentions

“He is a great man, father, competitor and friend.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Whether you’re looking to learn self-defense, get in shape, or build lifelong friendships, Sweetwater BJJ is the place to be.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Adan Jiu Jitsu — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🤼 Judo

“The facility is top-notch, and the hybrid approach—blending Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, and wrestling—creates well-rounded martial artists.”

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🤸 Wrestling

“The facility is top-notch, and the hybrid approach—blending Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, and wrestling—creates well-rounded martial artists.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 34 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 8 mentions

“I have gotten the privilege to train and receive my blue belt under professor Joel. Great instructor and the person you want on the side of the mat while competing.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“This academy is an absolute gem in Sweetwater, TX, offering a welcoming and empowering environment for everyone, from beginners to seasoned practitioners.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 6 mentions

“This academy is an absolute gem in Sweetwater, TX, offering a welcoming and empowering environment for everyone, from beginners to seasoned practitioners.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 6 mentions

“Coach Josh and Ernst are incredible instructors and helped me develop technique, discipline, fitness, and provided me with something to aspire to.”

great workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“I started at 25 years old as an out of shape mom and have lost 35 pounds so far.”

active competition team 2 mentions

“He is a great man, father, competitor and friend.”

From the reviews

Sweetwater BJJ is the place to be if you are in the area. I have been fortunate enough to have been coached by Joel who is not only a stud on the mats himself, but takes great pride in coaching and guiding all of his athletes towards success.

★★★★★ — Michael, Jun 2025

Joel is the absolute best, not only to train with as an adult, but he trains children with discipline and compassion! He's the coach you want on the sidelines when your children are competing. Five stars isn't enough for him, he's our favorite Black Belt!

★★★★★ — Kendall, Sep 2025

I can’t say enough great things about Joel as a BJJ instructor. He’s incredibly patient and especially great with kids, always taking the time to make sure everyone feels comfortable and supported. His passion for teaching and for jujutsu is clear in everything he does.

★★★★★ — Krista, Jul 2025

I trained and Personally know Joel . He is one of the best coaches I have ever had the chance to train with . Professionalism and dedication to his students and Friends is unmatched . If you want to get your worth . Train with Joel . He’s the best in the business .

★★★★★ — Erick, Jul 2025

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Your first BJJ class at Adan Jiu Jitsu

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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Adan Jiu Jitsu

800 Lamar St, Sweetwater, TX79556

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