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Gracie Humaita Huntsville Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 55 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Huntsville, Texas
Part of Gracie Humaitá
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 (ages 3–14) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- 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 graciehumaitahuntsville.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 936-293-6427
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30–7 am, 11 am–1 pm, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–1 pm, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7 am, 11 am–1 pm, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–1 pm, 5–6 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The coaches have a great balance of being tough but kind — they hold the kids to high standards while still speaking to them with respect and encouragement.”
“I appreciate the variety of classes offered throughout the week with an open mat on Saturday!”
“I would recommend Gracie Humaita Huntsville to anyone who wants to better themselves, and learn self defense.”
“Stepping on the mat for the first time can seem like an intimidating endeavor but when walking into this gym those reservations are quickly set at ease.”
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What members say
“The instructor was extremely knowledgeable and took the time to walk us through each step of the techniques in a clear, precise way.”
“Stepping on the mat for the first time can seem like an intimidating endeavor but when walking into this gym those reservations are quickly set at ease.”
“The owners are caring and professional, the members are like an extended family, and Huntsville is very lucky to have such an amazing and special jiu jitsu gym.”
“We love what jiu jitsu is teaching our son! His confidence is building, his critical thinking skills are showing and he is making great friends!”
“If you are looking for a professional and safe atmosphere where you can learn top tier BJJ then Gracie Humaita Huntsville is the place.”
“His confidence is building, his critical thinking skills are showing and he is making great friends!”
From the reviews
Just updating my review. Been apart of the gym as a student and/or parent of students for 3 years now, and have to say this gym is still top notch. They are thorough in not only teaching the art of Jui Jitsu, but also dealing with adversity in life.
I have been training at Huntsville Jiu Jitsu since November of 2020. Coach Andy Yount, Chance Norman, and Phil Riggs have worked with me and my kids every Tuesday and Thursday. Class always pushes you to be better work harder and always learn.
There is no better place to train and no better people to train with than here at Gracie Huntsville. The instructors are amazing and the fellow students are always friendly and respectful. Don't make an excuse to why you can't try it out. I started at 35, overweight, out of shape, and with really bad social anxiety.
I have to say by far the best gym out there! Everyone is extremely welcoming and the instructors are very interactive! They really keep the class entertaining and learning fun! This gym is also very nice and comforting, home away from home which is great for the amount of time you spend training here! 100% recommend!!!
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Humaita Huntsville Jiu Jitsu
Gracie Humaita Huntsville 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 Gracie Humaita Huntsville 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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