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Bernardo Pitel Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 165 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Missouri City, 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
- 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
- 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
- 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 bernardopitelbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (713) 414-4143
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9–11 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“This dojo is amazing and signing up your kids and yourself will have a direct impact on your overall health and life in a positive way.”
“I have been with Professor Bernardo Pitel(IBJJF WORLD CHAMPION BLACK BELT) since I'm a kid .”
“Whether it’s open mat or regular class, you always leave having learned something new.”
“In this world self defense is necessary as well and what we teach is for recreational, self defense or competition.”
“He will take beginners to black belts and elevate your bjj knowledge to new heights.”
Other martial arts here
“Training here has been a great experience, and I highly recommend this dojo to anyone looking for a fun, supportive place to learn judo and stay active.”
What members say
“Both professors Italo and Bernardo and Coach Karen are very great people and have such great hearts anyone that joins is family!”
“From the moment I walked through the door, everyone was incredibly welcoming and made me feel like part of the team.”
“From the moment I walked through the door, everyone was incredibly welcoming and made me feel like part of the team.”
“Bernardo has a unique ability to explain details in a way that is easy to understand and immediately applicable; regardless of your experience level.”
“In this world self defense is necessary as well and what we teach is for recreational, self defense or competition.”
“The facility is clean, professional, and filled with great energy.”
From the reviews
I have been with Professor Bernardo Pitel(IBJJF WORLD CHAMPION BLACK BELT) since I'm a kid . Today I'm a Black belt 2nd degree under him. I can say for my experience that this is a great place to train as a family, competition or self defense & more.
Training with Bernardo Pitel was an exceptional experience. As a world champion, Pitel brings a wealth of knowledge and technique to every session. His dedication and attentiveness to each student, regardless of their skill level, is truly remarkable.
Professor Pitel was the monumental figure who developed my sons passion for BJJ. He was patient, structured but most importantly fun! I am thankful for his positive energy and instilling great values into his mentoring.
If you are looking to train Brazilian Jujitsu in the Sugarland area this is the place. Professor Pitel is a world class instructor and a world champion competitor. He will take beginners to black belts and elevate your bjj knowledge to new heights. You will find great training, and a great family at this academy.
New to BJJ? Start at Bernardo Pitel Jiu Jitsu
Bernardo Pitel 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.
Your first BJJ class at Bernardo Pitel 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.
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