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Dreadnought Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 85 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Lawton, Oklahoma
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
- 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 dreadnought-bjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (580) 699-3255
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5–8 PM |
| Friday | 5–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“An amazing experience at Dreadnought The coaches are fantastic with my neurodiverse kids, showing incredible patience and understanding.”
“My husband and sons train in Jiu-Jitsu and I train Kickboxing/MMA/Jiu-Jitsu/women’s class.”
“They truly have something for everyone from families looking to do some bonding together to individuals wanting to compete on a monthly basis.”
“would for sure buy open mat or get a new membership if i wanted to just grapple with people of all experiences .”
“If you're looking for a place for you child to learn self defense, integrity, perseverance, self control, and a place to call home, give it a chance!”
“Whether you're a beginner or advanced, this academy fosters growth and respect on and off the mats.”
Other martial arts here
“My husband and sons train in Jiu-Jitsu and I train Kickboxing/MMA/Jiu-Jitsu/women’s class.”
“He also attends the kickboxing class that Dreadnought offers and has fallen in love all over again!”
What members say
“I am down here in Lawton working for two weeks and did not want to miss training while I am gone, Dreadnaught is legit and the instructor Virgil and his students are great.”
“Virgil and his team were so welcoming and the other students were very nice to my daughter while at the same time giving her very intense, competitive rolls.”
“It is a wonderful family oriented environment and all the coaches there are committed to the students with quality instruction, emotional support, and personal safety.”
“Retention of techniques is usually a struggle for me, but here at Dreadnought I've gained more tools in my toolbox in two weeks than I usually gain in a full month of training.”
“My son and I absolutely love the school!”
“They truly have something for everyone from families looking to do some bonding together to individuals wanting to compete on a monthly basis.”
From the reviews
I trained here for 9 months and I was so sad to have to move away. They truly have something for everyone from families looking to do some bonding together to individuals wanting to compete on a monthly basis.
Our first choice was to place our one son in Taekwondo. We did not get a very good vibe from that place so my husband mentioned that we should try Dreadnought. We walked in one night with out the kids and we just looked around. We ran into one of the owners. She is super down to earth and sweet.
Dreadnought Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy is in it to win it! Sure we all like to win but when I say in it to win it I’m talking about your drive, your focus, hands on training, powerful messages and FAMILY!
Absolutely amazing experience at Dreadnought BJJ Academy! From the moment I stepped in, I felt welcomed and motivated. The instructors' expertise is unmatched, and their dedication to teaching is inspiring.
New to BJJ? Start at Dreadnought Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Dreadnought Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Dreadnought 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.
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