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Iron Side Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Brownsville, Texas
Plan your first class
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 956-404-3711
Hours
| Monday | 5:40–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:40–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:40–8 pm |
| Thursday | 5:40–8 pm |
| Friday | 6–7 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Thank you Professor Damian for welcoming our kids to a sport that will challenge them and make them better individuals in life.”
“Great school to get in shape, learn self defense, and stay disciplined over all.”
“Super comfortable and kind for beginners, great place to start bjj; clean and high quality training area and the instructors is patient and well educated in the sport.”
Other martial arts here
“My teenage daughter has been taking kickboxing classes here, and she absolutely loves it.”
What members say
“The coach is incredibly knowledgeable and has a great way of breaking things down so they’re easy to understand.”
“Super comfortable and kind for beginners, great place to start bjj; clean and high quality training area and the instructors is patient and well educated in the sport.”
“Thank you Professor Damian for welcoming our kids to a sport that will challenge them and make them better individuals in life.”
“He takes the time to break down techniques in a way that’s easy to follow, ensuring that everyone understands the principles behind each move.”
“More importantly, he creates a comfortable and supportive environment that has really helped my daughter feel confident.”
“Classes focus on building strong fundamentals like posture, movement, and control—while still keeping it fun and age-appropriate.”
From the reviews
Iron side Jiu Jitsu is a great spot for young students to start their journey. The environment is welcoming for kids and adults with an instructor who is patient and skilled at teaching real technique.
My son loved Iron Side Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu since the first day he went. I want to start off by saying that we are very happy with Professor Damian Gomez. He is an extremely talented person with a wealth of experience, which he demonstrates in his courses.
Ironside Brazilian jiu jitsu is the best academy in Brownsville to learn ! The Brazilian jiu jitsu classes are complete. The instructor, is outstanding. Not only is he a highly skilled practitioner with a deep understanding of jiu jitsu, his teaching style is clear, patient, and encouraging.
I was visiting my hometown and looking for somewhere to train, I was recommended Iron Side and it was a great training. Professor Damian was very welcoming and very thorough with his instruction.
New to BJJ? Start at Iron Side Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Iron Side Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 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 Iron Side Brazilian 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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