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Centerline Jiu-Jitsu Chandler

4.9 ★★★★★ 160 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Chandler, Arizona

BJJ gym Free trial Affiliated Beginners welcome Kids & teens 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

  • 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
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
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  • Website & schedule centerlinejiujitsuchandler.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 480-756-2323

Hours

Monday 10:30 am–12:30 pm, 4–8 pm
Tuesday 4–9 pm
Wednesday 10:30 am–12:30 pm, 4–9 pm
Thursday 4–9:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 8 am–2:30 pm
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 Centerline Jiu-Jitsu Chandler, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 18 mentions

“What most people don’t realize is that jiu jitsu is about so much more than self defense or competition, it is about self control and discipline which kids desperately need.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“What most people don’t realize is that jiu jitsu is about so much more than self defense or competition, it is about self control and discipline which kids desperately need.”

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🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“The culture of the gym is excellent, everyone is happy to teach each other and it’s great for all levels from beginners to advanced.”

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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 Centerline Jiu-Jitsu Chandler — 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 160 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 9 mentions

“The culture of the gym is excellent, everyone is happy to teach each other and it’s great for all levels from beginners to advanced.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 10 mentions

“The instructors have been really welcoming and so have the children that are members already.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“Every session was well-structured, and I appreciated the attention to detail and emphasis on both technique and safety.”

🎖️ legit lineage & affiliation 4 mentions

“I had an excellent experience training at Gracie Chandler during my stay in Chandler last week.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 4 mentions

“What most people don’t realize is that jiu jitsu is about so much more than self defense or competition, it is about self control and discipline which kids desperately need.”

From the reviews

Incredible Jiu Jitsu culture and the not just were the instructors top notch so were the students! Highly recommend!

★★★★★ — Tyson, Nov 2024

I’ve trained here for over 3 years and have truly enjoyed every step of the journey. The instructors at Centerline Jiu Jitsu Chandler are extremely knowledgeable in the art of jiu jitsu and are always pushing their students to improve, both technically and mentally.

★★★★★ — Carlos, Jan 2026

We have been going here for over 5 years with all of my kiddos, and I cannot say enough great things about the facilities and owners. What most people don’t realize is that jiu jitsu is about so much more than self defense or competition, it is about self control and discipline which kids desperately need.

★★★★★ — Ali, Jan 2026

I had an excellent experience training at Gracie Chandler during my stay in Chandler last week. The staff and instructors were extremely professional, welcoming, and knowledgeable. The atmosphere was positive and supportive, making it a great environment for learning and improving my skills.

★★★★★ — Velibor, Apr 2025

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New to BJJ? Start at Centerline Jiu-Jitsu Chandler

Centerline Jiu-Jitsu Chandler 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first BJJ class at Centerline Jiu-Jitsu Chandler

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 Centerline Jiu-Jitsu Chandler

3016 N Dobson Rd Suite 12, Chandler, AZ85224

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