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Cephas Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy

5 ★★★★★ 236 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Las Vegas, Nevada

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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
  • 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
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  • Website & schedule cephasbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 702-910-1385

Hours

Monday 8–10 am, 3–8:30 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am–10:30 pm
Wednesday 8:30–10 am, 3:30–8:30 pm
Thursday 8:30–10:30 am, 12–2 pm, 4–8:30 pm
Friday 8–10 am, 3–9 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday 10:30 am–12:30 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 Cephas Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 30 mentions

“My son has grown in confidence, perseverance and respect thanks to all of the work that Sensei Jay pours into all of his students!”

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👤 Private Lessons

“We also have been enrolled in private lessons and it has helped my kids get a competitive edge.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“I would highly recommended his school if you are seeking development In self defense.”

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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 Cephas Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy — 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 236 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“My son had his first day of jiu jitsu and we couldn’t be happier with the experience.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 9 mentions

“This is a family and team environment that we were looking for.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 2 mentions

“The instructor was very detailed and attentive to all the kids.”

🧒 strong kids program 6 mentions

“My son has grown in confidence, perseverance and respect thanks to all of the work that Sensei Jay pours into all of his students!”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 10 mentions

“My son has grown in confidence, perseverance and respect thanks to all of the work that Sensei Jay pours into all of his students!”

From the reviews

We decided to bring our daughter for BJJ with Sensei Jay. This is a family and team environment that we were looking for. There is a sense of support from everyone how attends or participates in the classes. Our son enjoyed watching his older sister and wanted to join too.

★★★★★ — Thomas, Mar 2024

We have spent the last 9 months with our son doing classes at Cephas BJJ and we enjoy every minute we get to be there. My son has grown in confidence, perseverance and respect thanks to all of the work that Sensei Jay pours into all of his students!

★★★★★ — Jon, Apr 2025

Heard about Cephas BJJ through our friends & really grateful we did. We enrolled our 6 year old son about 6 months ago and he’s already learned so much. He’s always so excited about going to class and loves it. Sensei is a great teacher who doesn’t let them quit & pushes them in a positive way! All the kids love him.

★★★★★ — Leialii, Apr 2024

Did a trial today for my son, he had a blast. The instructor was very detailed and attentive to all the kids. The guidance was appropriate as well. Definitely a must do for my son who is 3 1/2 years old.

★★★★★ — Joel, Jun 2026

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Your first BJJ class at Cephas Brazilian 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 Cephas Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy

7703 N El Capitan Way #120, Las Vegas, NV89143

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