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Averitt Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 228 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Flagstaff, Arizona

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens No-gi Competition team

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
  • 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 averittjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 928-225-1886

Hours

Monday 8 am–9 pm
Tuesday 8 am–9 pm
Wednesday 8 am–9 pm
Thursday 8 am–9 pm
Friday 8 am–9 pm
Saturday 8 am–9 pm
Sunday 8 am–9 pm

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 Averitt Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 12 mentions

“The instructors helped sharpen my daughter’s skills and were very attentive in making her a better grappler and individual both on and off the mat.”

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🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“I’m a beginner at jiu jitsu and did a drop in class here, it was an awesome class to attend!”

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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 Averitt Jiu Jitsu — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

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 228 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 10 mentions

“If you're in the Flagstaff area and looking for a BJJ gym that combines great instruction with a supportive community, I highly recommend checking this place out.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 10 mentions

“It's an awesome community, full of support, and since I've moved here I'm really grateful for the opportunity to train and grow with such a welcoming team.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 15 mentions

“It's an awesome community, full of support, and since I've moved here I'm really grateful for the opportunity to train and grow with such a welcoming team.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 5 mentions

“Every class is challenging and fun, and Coach Greg creates an environment where everyone can improve their skills and learn great technique.”

💗 welcoming to women 2 mentions

“It's also really nice having so many other women training here, since it makes it easier to learn moves with someone of a similar size.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 2 mentions

“Not only will you build great skills and confidence, but also great friendships along the way.”

From the reviews

Fantastic experience visiting this gym! I was in town for a visit and dropped in for a training session — from the moment I walked in, I was warmly welcomed by everyone. The gym has a great vibe with an emphasis on both solid technique and high-level training.

★★★★★ — Elijah, Jun 2025

I have been training Brazilian jiu-jitsu for a few years now and I’ve had the chance to visit gyms around the country, I recently had the pleasure of participating in a session at Averitt Jiu Jitsu.

★★★★★ — Chris, Sep 2025

Averitt Jiu Jitsu was a very welcoming and friendly environment for my 7 year old daughter to be a part of. Greg and his team showed a lot of patience in their teachings when we first arrived at the school.

★★★★★ — Shelby, Jan 2023

My son (age 7) has been attending Averitt Jiu Jitsu for almost a year now. Coach Greg and Jess truly care for these kids and their success. They both are very experienced and teach the kids valuable skills.

★★★★★ — Chauntay, Feb 2024

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New to BJJ? Start at Averitt Jiu Jitsu

Averitt Jiu Jitsu 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.

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Your first BJJ class at Averitt 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 Averitt Jiu Jitsu

At The Physioshop, 1510 S Riordan Ranch St, Flagstaff, AZ86001

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