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Champions BJJ
4.8 ★★★★★ 73 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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gbchampions.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (281) 781-8026
Hours
| Monday | 12–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 12–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | 9–11 AM |
The classes they run
“From the start with the free classes they let her join in, we could see how great they are with kids!”
“I participate in the women’s BJJ classes, which is a great program as well; this is a gym where women can learn BJJ and feel comfortable, welcome, and respected.”
“It equips individuals with practical self-defense skills, teaching them how to defend themselves in real-life situations.”
“From the newest to the most seasoned, youngest to oldest, all levels are catered for and cared for here.”
Other martial arts here
“I highly recommend this location to anyone looking to begin their Ju Jitsu journey, try MMA or take their skills to the next level.”
“Originally I came to the school for jujitsu and maybe some kickboxing, but now I try my best to avoid missing a boxing class.”
“Originally I came to the school for jujitsu and maybe some kickboxing, but now I try my best to avoid missing a boxing class.”
“I have my son in BJJ, Kickboxing, Wrestling and he loves it.”
What members say
“Professor is a great instructor who has a lot of experience, and truly cares about honing your skills.”
“At first she was very hesitant and didn’t enjoy her first class, but the instructor was incredibly patient and encouraging with her.”
“My kids are also learning self-discipline, accountability to their teammates, respect, and the value of being humble.”
“BJJ is a martial art that emphasizes ground fighting and submission holds, focusing on leverage and technique rather than brute strength.”
“Coach Rudy and coach K make the striking program really fun, and even tho it's a lot of cardio going through the classes, it always feels worth it at the end.”
“My kids are also learning self-discipline, accountability to their teammates, respect, and the value of being humble.”
From the reviews
Started BJJ about 2 months ago. This place has been amazing. The atmosphere and "gym culture" is absolutely top-tier. When a guy who's in his 30s and never trained before can come in and immediately feel like he belongs - not awkward and out of place - that's something special and absolutely worth every penny.
Such an awesome learning environment for everyone wanting to learn how to better themselves. I have my son in BJJ, Kickboxing, Wrestling and he loves it. The Professors teaching here have such a love for their craft and it shows in their rapport with the kids. You will NOT regret joining!
Professor is a great instructor who has a lot of experience, and truly cares about honing your skills. He can be a little tough on you, but it'd always because he really cares about you improving.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, often simply called Jiu-Jitsu or BJJ, is a fantastic martial art that has garnered immense popularity for good reason. As a passionate member of the BJJ community, I can attest to its numerous health benefits and the sense of security it instills.
New to BJJ? Start at Champions BJJ
Champions BJJ 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 Champions BJJ
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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