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Haven Jiu-Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 40 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Cypress, Texas
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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule havenjiujitsuacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (774) 290-4143
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM–12:30 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–12:30 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–12:30 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–12:30 PM, 5–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–12:30 PM, 6–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The coaches are great with the younger kids and the adult class has been good for my teen building both his skills and self confidence.”
“The coaches are great with the younger kids and the adult class has been good for my teen building both his skills and self confidence.”
“Coach Zo is an accomplished high level competitor but he also is an amazing coach for all levels of students, both adults and kids.”
“Highly recommend for anybody interested in jiu jitsu, whether it be for self defense, to become a master, or for metabolic conditioning.”
“Coach Zo is an accomplished high level competitor but he also is an amazing coach for all levels of students, both adults and kids.”
Other martial arts here
“Also, I love how Haven offers Kickboxing and MMA classes to expand on our Jiu-Jitsu foundation.”
“Also, I love how Haven offers Kickboxing and MMA classes to expand on our Jiu-Jitsu foundation.”
What members say
“Coach Zo is an accomplished high level competitor but he also is an amazing coach for all levels of students, both adults and kids.”
“Coach Zo is an accomplished high level competitor but he also is an amazing coach for all levels of students, both adults and kids.”
“Bottom line: anyone from brand new to experienced is going to improve at Haven and have a great time doing it because the people are so welcoming.”
“The patient teaching and attention to detail from Coach Zo makes me want to keep learning and enjoying Jiu-Jitsu.”
“Both of our kids go here ages 7 and 11 they love being around other young kids who love to train.”
“Coach Zo is an accomplished high level competitor but he also is an amazing coach for all levels of students, both adults and kids.”
From the reviews
Great Academy. Very clean, welcoming and well laid out. Professor Nonso is an amazing instructor with many years of competition experience. He is very knowledgeable and a great roll. If your living in this area. This is definitely the place to train.
Coach Zo is an accomplished high level competitor but he also is an amazing coach for all levels of students, both adults and kids. He presents information in a clear and concise manner that can benefit people of all skill levels and is very involved in ensuring that no one is left behind or developing poor habits…
Coach Zo was very patient with my 4 year old daughter in teaching her movements. He works well with kids and is a polite guy. 100% recommend this academy.
From the facility to the instructor, I give 5 stars!!! The facility is kept very clean and has a very modern feel. The mats are very comfy and safe. Coach Zo taught self-defense extensively and I would definitely recommend his class to all age groups and gender! I will definitely be coming back again.
New to BJJ? Start at Haven Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Haven 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 Haven 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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