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Forte Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 117 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Phoenix, Arizona
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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule fortejiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (602) 879-8214
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 9–11 AM |
The classes they run
“They offer high level instruction for both gi and nogi Jiu Jitsu, AND great techniques for wrestling.”
“They offer high level instruction for both gi and nogi Jiu Jitsu, AND great techniques for wrestling.”
“The coaches, including Luke, are all incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and supportive, making it a great environment for both beginners and advanced students.”
Other martial arts here
“One of the best things about this place is the variety—whether it's BJJ, boxing, or judo, there are plenty of options and flexible class schedules to fit any lifestyle.”
“One of the best things about this place is the variety—whether it's BJJ, boxing, or judo, there are plenty of options and flexible class schedules to fit any lifestyle.”
“I highly recommend Forte for anyone who is looking to start or continue their training across Jiu Jitsu, judo, boxing, and wrestling!”
What members say
“Luke and Mina are excellent coaches that do a great job of fostering a welcoming and fun training environment.”
“The coaches, including Luke, are all incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and supportive, making it a great environment for both beginners and advanced students.”
“This is a great Jiu Jitsu facility, I came in for a free lesson just to scope it out and immediately after walking into class, I was greeted with a friendly and encouraging smile.”
“They offer high level instruction for both gi and nogi Jiu Jitsu, AND great techniques for wrestling.”
From the reviews
I can't recommend Forte Jiu Jitsu enough! If you're looking for a jiu-jitsu gym that offers top-notch instruction, a supportive community, and a welcoming atmosphere, look no further. The head coach, Luke's expertise in Jiu Jitsu is evident, but what sets him apart is his dedication to each student's progress.
I’ve been training at Forte since day one and I have nothing but great things to say about this place . One of the best things about this place is the variety—whether it's BJJ, boxing, or judo, there are plenty of options and flexible class schedules to fit any lifestyle.
Forte Jiu Jitsu is one of the most friendly, welcoming, and overall incredible gyms I have been to in my 11 years of training. They offer high level instruction for both gi and nogi Jiu Jitsu, AND great techniques for wrestling.
As a beginner w/ only a months worth of training at another gym I had a great experience coming to my first class at Forte! The owner, Luke, seems to value taking time and attention for beginners/newcomers and I certainly feel like I’ve absorbed a lot in a short amount of time.
New to BJJ? Start at Forte Jiu Jitsu
Forte 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 Forte 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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