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Chroma Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 139 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Lafayette, Colorado
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.
Relaxed, friendly and inclusive gym providing jiu jitsu training and self-defense classes.
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 4–6) — 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 chromajiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (303) 746-9881
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–7 AM, 12–1 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6–7 AM, 12–1 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | 12–1:30 PM |
The classes they run
“My daughter just earned her first stripe on her belt and I could see that she was happy to see how her commitment pays off.”
“I was visiting Colorado and dropped in to Chroma for a 6 pm Friday evening open mat.”
“If you’re interested in functional fitness, self defense or competition, I recommend you check out this dojo.”
“Chroma is an excellent Jiu-Jitsu school for all levels.”
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What members say
“There are great professor and coaches.”
“Classes are set up for success with the first class being dedicated to learning the techniques under the watchful eyes of the instructors.”
“Professor Damien is incredibly welcoming and makes a genuine effort to ensure every student gets the attention and support they need.”
“Classes are set up for success with the first class being dedicated to learning the techniques under the watchful eyes of the instructors.”
“After one class my child shared that the reason she loves Chroma so much is because it is building her confidence.”
“If you’re interested in functional fitness, self defense or competition, I recommend you check out this dojo.”
From the reviews
Chroma Jiu-Jitsu is an incredible place of learning, support, community and inclusion! Owner Professor Damien understands these things deeply and cultivates a rewarding experience for each participant. I am new to Jiu-jitsu, and felt the utmost support in all the learning I have done in the last nine months.
We had a great first day at Chroma! I even chit chatted with other parents while I was watching the high energy class and many of them reported improvements in their child's ability to follow directions, respect others, and reduce impulsive behavior.
Chroma Jiu Jitsu has been an incredible experience for our family. In just a couple of weeks, our son has grown in ways that go far beyond learning self-defense. Professor Damien doesn't just teach proper technique or anti-bullying, he teaches character.
I love this place. The professors and coaches are all encouraging, skilled and considerate. There is a real community here, not just the stereotypical bro-mentality. I’m interested in competing, but I know plenty of others there who are not.
New to BJJ? Start at Chroma Jiu-Jitsu
Chroma Jiu-Jitsu 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 Chroma 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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