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Evolution Jiu Jitsu

4.8 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Burlington, Wisconsin

BJJ gym Free trial Affiliated Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team

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
  • 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
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule evolvejiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 262-758-1299

Hours

Monday 8:30–10 am
Tuesday 4–8:30 pm
Wednesday 8:30–10 am
Thursday 4–8:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 8:30–10 am
Sunday 10 am–1 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 Evolution Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 13 mentions

“Nobody is made to feel less for not knowing a lot, it’s a great teaching/learning experience the kids will take away for the rest of there lives.”

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🏆 Competition Team 3 mentions

“You will see changes in your child after just a couple classes and if they compete, even more rewarding!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“And it is not only about self defence and motivation, but their approach really helps your health and confidence too!”

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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 Evolution Jiu Jitsu — 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 18 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 3 mentions

“If you are going to have your kids or adults do jiu jitsu in the Burlington area please stop by and see Professor Riggle. The gym is great and staff are awesome.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Professor Nick and his wife Mel have created a welcoming environment for kids and adults.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 8 mentions

“Friendly instructors with great knowledge and among the roomiest mats I’ve seen, with a perimeter to avoid running into the wall.”

active competition team 4 mentions

“You will see changes in your child after just a couple classes and if they compete, even more rewarding!”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 3 mentions

“And it is not only about self defence and motivation, but their approach really helps your health and confidence too!”

From the reviews

I have been training with Veneration BJJ in Burlington, WI. under Brown Belt Nick Riggle for two years in March, minus 4 month hiatus. You WILL NOT go wrong joining this school. Whether it is for you, your child(ren) or (grand)parent(s)..

★★★★★ — John, Dec 2017

One of the best decisions we made as a family was to join this gym. If your child has confidence issues or a hard time fitting in, this is the family environment that will help. Respect is given and earned and the classes are inclusive.

★★★★★ — Wally, Jan 2024

I cannot recommend Evolution Jiu Jitsu enough. Professor Nick and his wife Mel have created a welcoming environment for kids and adults. They continually go above and beyond for all of their members. Professor Lee runs a great morning class for all levels.

★★★★★ — Paul, Aug 2024

What can i say. If you are going to have your kids or adults do jiu jitsu in the Burlington area please stop by and see Professor Riggle. The gym is great and staff are awesome. You will not be disappointed.

★★★★★ — Gilberto, Apr 2021

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Your first BJJ class at Evolution 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.

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 Evolution Jiu Jitsu

1104 Milwaukee Ave, Burlington, WI53105

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