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Jesse Palmer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 84 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Plano, 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
- 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
- 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule palmerbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 469-363-5068
Hours
| Monday | 8–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 8–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 8–9:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 12–1:30 pm |
The classes they run
“My daughter was able to grasp concepts well due to his coaching.”
“Professor Palmer brings a distinct level of professionalism and true respect to gi jiu jitsu.”
“Most importantly is suitable for all levels, ages and genders.”
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What members say
“If you’re looking for the best coaching for training or competition, there’s no doubt he’s the best of the best!”
“He is super welcoming, but at the same time you’re definitely pushed to improve every class.”
“Most impressive is his dedication to his family, to his students, and to challenging himself on/off the mats.”
“He explains techniques in a way that actually makes sense to me, which helps a lot whether you’re new or have been training for a while.”
“Great facility to train at.”
“I came in with only basic knowledge, and now I have a level of confidence and understanding that I honestly didn’t think I’d ever achieve.”
From the reviews
Coach Jesse is incredible with the my daughter! He strikes the perfect balance between keeping the environment fun and maintaining a firm, disciplined class. Since training with him, I’ve seen a massive boost in my daughter’s confidence, focus, and courage.
Professor Palmer brings a distinct level of professionalism and true respect to gi jiu jitsu. His knowledge of the discipline is world-class & he brings his students some of the best technique. As a lower belt, Palmer has shared insights as a martial artist that has given me clarity in my jiu jitsu goals.
Coach Jesse is an incredible coach, as a beginner I was nervous about jumping into BJJ and he made me feel comfortable and has a very dynamic approach to teaching different techniques. He will meet you where you are at and that made my decision easy to train here!
Jesse Palmer is a phenomenal jiu-jitsu instructor, and anyone (any age and experience level) training under his tutelage can expect patient, informed instruction, in a clean gym that prioritizes respect and uplifting others.
New to BJJ? Start at Jesse Palmer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Jesse Palmer Brazilian 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 Jesse Palmer 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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