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Element Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4.6 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Eaton, 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.
Plan your first class
- 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
- Website & schedule coelementbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 970-599-1969
The classes they run
“The adult and kids(Bully Proof)class are very well taught by an experienced, patient and knowledgeable instructor (Coach Bobby Ryan).”
“All classes teach self defense, build confidence and are super fun to attend.”
What members say
“The adult and kids(Bully Proof)class are very well taught by an experienced, patient and knowledgeable instructor (Coach Bobby Ryan).”
“Not only does Coach Bobby Ryan teach Jiu Jitsu, but he helps build confidence within his students and creates a home away from home.”
From the reviews
My 6 year old daughter and myself are enrolled with Element Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and love it. The adult and kids(Bully Proof)class are very well taught by an experienced, patient and knowledgeable instructor (Coach Bobby Ryan). All classes teach self defense, build confidence and are super fun to attend.
My 10 year old son is currently enrolled in Element Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and loves it. Not only does Coach Bobby Ryan teach Jiu Jitsu, but he helps build confidence within his students and creates a home away from home. The kids all love being there and have so much fun.
Awesome class. The instructor is very knowledgeable and caring. Would recommend for all ages. If I could I would give more than 5 stars.
Definitely money well spent The instructor are awesome and Mr ryan and Alex are awesome with my son's
New to BJJ? Start at Element Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Element Brazilian 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 Element Brazilian 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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