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Jinho Jiu-Jitsu Academy

5 ★★★★★ 108 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Grapevine, Texas

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

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 3–13) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • 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 jinhojiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (817) 812-9836

Hours

Monday 10 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–9 PM
Thursday 10 AM–9 PM
Friday 10 AM–7 PM
Saturday 9 AM–2 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Jinho Jiu-Jitsu Academy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

📘 Fundamentals 3 mentions

“I had a great first experience here and recommend checking out a fundamentals class but beware as you’ll be hooked!”

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🧒 Kids BJJ 12 mentions

“My son went to Jinho Jiu-Jitsu Academy because it was the closest to our house, but it also turned out to the best.”

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🏆 Competition Team 2 mentions

“Jinho is a top-notch instructor and competitor, but most importantly someone who cares deeply about his students.”

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🔓 Open Mat 5 mentions

“I recently had the pleasure of dropping in for an open mat session at Jinho Academy, and I was absolutely blown away by the welcoming atmosphere!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Whether you’re training for fitness, self-defense, or competition, you’ll find the perfect balance of challenge and fun.”

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🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“Professor Jinho is not only highly skilled but also incredibly patient and encouraging, making it a great environment for all skill levels.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Jinho Jiu-Jitsu Academy — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 108 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 3 mentions

“Professor Jinho is an amazing instructor and makes it fun for all levels.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 13 mentions

“I recently had the pleasure of dropping in for an open mat session at Jinho Academy, and I was absolutely blown away by the welcoming atmosphere!”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 25 mentions

“I recently had the pleasure of dropping in for an open mat session at Jinho Academy, and I was absolutely blown away by the welcoming atmosphere!”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 6 mentions

“Not only is his technique world class, but he also has a great way of breaking things down so everyone can understand and improve.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“He's got an awesome and encouraging kids program.”

active competition team 4 mentions

“Professor Jinho is a legit black belt with so much competition experience it was an honor to train here coming all the way from Vietnam!”

From the reviews

Love Jinho Martial Arts Academy! My 8 year old son has been taking jujitsu lessons for the past 6 months and loves it. The owners are great with the kids and it teaches them self defense and discipline.

★★★★★ — Becky, Apr 2018

I joined Professor Jinho at his academy for an open mat. As a new daddy I brought my 4 month old son and was treated like I had been attending regularly for years and we were both warmly welcomed.

★★★★★ — David, Nov 2024

Amazing studio. Professor was amazingly humble and inviting. It’s a safe and clean place to train. When he found out I was visiting law enforcement he invited me to come back any time I was in the area. With training like that I hope to take him up on the offer. 10/10.

★★★★★ — Nathan, Jan 2026

My son went to Jinho Jiu-Jitsu Academy because it was the closest to our house, but it also turned out to the best. He continnues

★★★★★ — Alyona, Feb 2026

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New to BJJ? Start at Jinho Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Jinho Jiu-Jitsu Academy 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first BJJ class at Jinho 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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Jinho Jiu-Jitsu Academy

2350 Hall - Johnson Rd #120, Grapevine, TX76051

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