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Cabot Jiu Jitsu Academy

4.8 ★★★★★ 42 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Cabot, Arkansas

BJJ gym Affiliated Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team

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

  • 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
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule gjjcabot.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (501) 353-8613

Hours

Monday 12–1 PM, 5–8 PM
Tuesday 6–7 AM, 5–8 PM
Wednesday 12–1 PM, 5–8 PM
Thursday 6–7 AM, 5–8 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 8–11 AM
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 Cabot Jiu Jitsu Academy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 10 mentions

“The really care about the kids and make it a fun and safe environment.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“They care about your goals in Jiu-Jitsu, weather is self defense, getting into shape, or wanting to compete they are here to teach and coach you.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“One-on-one coaching and a supportive community of active members, this place will absolutely change your life.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 6 mentions

“This is a great place to train for any child or adult looking to learn effective self-defense techniques and get in the best shape you’ve ever been.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 42 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 3 mentions

“The best instructors and an amazing group of people, truly a family atmosphere full of love and respect for each other and for Jiu-Jitsu!”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“The owner and teachers are very friendly and welcoming.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 12 mentions

“The best instructors and an amazing group of people, truly a family atmosphere full of love and respect for each other and for Jiu-Jitsu!”

great workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“This is a great place to train for any child or adult looking to learn effective self-defense techniques and get in the best shape you’ve ever been.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“I also have my 7 &5 year old in their kids program and they love it.”

🧼 clean, well-kept mats 3 mentions

“The facility is clean, the instructors are incredible and the owner is professional and always there to answer any questions!”

From the reviews

I cannot say enough about how impactful this team has been to my life. They have a great group of men and women that train here. If you are on the fence about trying out Jiu Jitsu don’t hesitate to stop by and talk with coach Gene or Alan. They are very welcoming and encouraging.

★★★★★ — Nathan, May 2019

Awesome place to train! Great old school Jiu-Jitsu with self-defense. Outstanding kid's classes! The best instructors and an amazing group of people, truly a family atmosphere full of love and respect for each other and for Jiu-Jitsu! Can't say enough good things!

★★★★★ — Steven, May 2021

This is a great place to train for any child or adult looking to learn effective self-defense techniques and get in the best shape you’ve ever been. One-on-one coaching and a supportive community of active members, this place will absolutely change your life.

★★★★★ — Zach, Dec 2019

Great gym, very welcoming and encouraging. Classes available for all ages and abilities. As a beginner it's been a great experience!

★★★★★ — Jason, Dec 2019

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Your first BJJ class at Cabot Jiu Jitsu Academy

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 Cabot Jiu Jitsu Academy

2790 S 2nd St, Cabot, AR72023

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