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Gracie Arizona Gilbert Jiu Jitsu Academy
4.8 ★★★★★ 22 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Gilbert, Arizona
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
- 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule graciearizonagilbert.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (480) 588-2721
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–9 PM |
| Thursday | 4–7:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“With the recent addition of women and children’s classes, there is opportunity for the entire family to train.”
“If you're looking to get some regular exercise or to compete actively in the jiu jitsu circuit, I highly recommend checking out this gym.”
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced athlete, this gym is the perfect place to train and grow as a martial artist.”
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What members say
“The black belt instructors Allen, Kevin, and Seta are great people who give very detailed training.”
“It is always very welcoming and everyone supports each other no matter there level or how long they have been there.”
“It is always very welcoming and everyone supports each other no matter there level or how long they have been there.”
“The black belt instructors Allen, Kevin, and Seta are great people who give very detailed training.”
“If you're looking to get some regular exercise or to compete actively in the jiu jitsu circuit, I highly recommend checking out this gym.”
“I highly recommend Gracie Arizona Gilbert to anyone interested in learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.”
From the reviews
If you're looking to get some regular exercise or to compete actively in the jiu jitsu circuit, I highly recommend checking out this gym. Not only is the training top-notch, but the environment is also wonderful and welcoming. From the moment you step in, you feel like part of the family.
Great place, amazing training, and most importantly healthy environment. The black belt instructors Allen, Kevin, and Seta are great people who give very detailed training. If you come here, you will definitely learn high level Jiu-Jitsu!
Great Club! Very friendly and welcoming members and Excellent instruction provided by Kevin and Allan. School has been growing since its inception and just added Womens only and Kids classes!
Awesome school, excellent instructors!! I highly recommend Gracie Arizona Gilbert to anyone interested in learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Kevin and Allen have created an inviting and safe learning environment where everyone is welcome.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Arizona Gilbert Jiu Jitsu Academy
Gracie Arizona Gilbert 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 Gracie Arizona Gilbert 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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