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Arlington Martial Arts - Youth Boxing & MMA Fitness for Kids
4.9 ★★★★★ 59 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Arlington, Texas
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
- 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule arlingtontxmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (817) 609-7921
Hours
| Monday | 12 AM–11:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 12 AM–11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 AM–11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12 AM–11:30 PM |
| Friday | 12 AM–11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12 AM–11:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12 AM–11:30 PM |
The classes they run
“franc was very welcoming and helpful , the trainer for the youth is very tentative of all the kids and is willing to help them grow .”
“I've been seeking a boxing gym for my two boys for some time, as they require confidence-building and self-defense skills.”
“Their patience, motivation, and personalized approach make them a fantastic coach for both beginners and advanced boxers.”
Other martial arts here
“I love how she is patient and makes MMA fun for every kid beginner or advanced.”
“They focus not just on boxing techniques but also on discipline, confidence, and teamwork, which has been fantastic for my child’s development.”
“It's an adequate centre that provides boxing and kick boxing for kids and other sports activities for adults.”
What members say
“Franc’s gym is an outstanding place, always clean and well-maintained, including such a welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel right at home.”
“Franc’s gym is an outstanding place, always clean and well-maintained, including such a welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel right at home.”
“They focus not just on boxing techniques but also on discipline, confidence, and teamwork, which has been fantastic for my child’s development.”
“If you’re looking for something to manage your kids weight, discipline, or just to be active this is the right place!”
“They focus not just on boxing techniques but also on discipline, confidence, and teamwork, which has been fantastic for my child’s development.”
From the reviews
OMG shout out to franc!!! Your awesome!! Very compassionate and understanding! I researched this place online and so grateful I did. Franc responded immediately and invited me and my daughters to try out a session. The session went great! This is exactly what I been looking for to manage my kids weight!
I found this gym while looking for a place to help me get in shape. The gym was full but welcoming! The type of atmosphere where everyone wants to see eachother reach their goals. People with years of experience were happy to workout with beginners.
Our kids love coming to practice. The owner is personable and the coaches are attentive. 10 out of 10
We couldn’t be more happier with our experience at Arlington Martial Arts. From day one, the coaches have been incredibly supportive, skilled, and patient with the kids. They focus not just on boxing techniques but also on discipline, confidence, and teamwork, which has been fantastic for my child’s development.
New to BJJ? Start at Arlington Martial Arts - Youth Boxing & MMA Fitness for Kids
Arlington Martial Arts - Youth Boxing & MMA Fitness for Kids 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 Arlington Martial Arts - Youth Boxing & MMA Fitness for Kids
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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