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Brazil-021 Houston Jiu-Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 163 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Houston, 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 (ages 3) — 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 macbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (346) 490-6374
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–6:30 AM, 11 AM–12 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–6:30 AM, 11 AM–12 PM, 6–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–12 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–6:30 AM, 11 AM–12 PM, 6–8 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–6:30 AM, 11 AM–12 PM |
| Saturday | 9–11 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter has grown so much since she started — not just in her skills on the mat, but in her confidence, focus, and discipline.”
“Whether it’s gi or no-gi, you’re getting world-class instruction that’s tailored to your growth, goals, and abilities.”
“Many students are actively competing and winning at high-level tournaments, which speaks volumes about the quality of instruction.”
“If you’re looking for a place where your child can learn self-defense, build confidence, and be surrounded by positive role models, this is the place to be.”
“His passion for the art, attention to detail, and ability to teach at all levels make this academy stand out.”
What members say
“Whether it’s gi or no-gi, you’re getting world-class instruction that’s tailored to your growth, goals, and abilities.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming, supportive, and motivating from day one.”
“As a beginner, I really appreciated the friendly culture at Brazil-021 and I felt a part of a really great group of people from the beginning.”
“They don’t just teach technique—they build confidence, discipline, and humility in an environment that is both fun and structured.”
“Many students are actively competing and winning at high-level tournaments, which speaks volumes about the quality of instruction.”
“The academy is clean, organized and very welcoming!”
From the reviews
I've been training here for a little over 7 years, my son has trained here a bit over 4 years. Hands down the best place to learn jiu jitsu. Very amicable and friendly environment. Have met some great people and now lifelong friends! Everytime I get on the mats the stress and daily worries fade away.
Amazing academy! Professor Marcos is the real deal. He lives the Jiu Jitsu on and off the mats. You’ll get nothing but his best every single day. Beside that, the group of people you’ll train with are amazing and from all kinds of backgrounds.
I have been training at Brazil-021 for the past 2 years and I honestly don't think there is a better school around. When i first started I was 36 years old with a Dad Bod looking to get into shape and learn a martial art.
Perfect place to be. It’s not only an academy, it’s a family! Congratulations professor Marcos, you had build the best academy in Houston! The atmosphere is great. It was a pleasure to be with you and bring my boy. Thank you very much for the reception! Hope to see you soon. RECOMMEND 100%. Bring your family here.
New to BJJ? Start at Brazil-021 Houston Jiu-Jitsu
Brazil-021 Houston Jiu-Jitsu 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 Brazil-021 Houston 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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