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Justin Jiu Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 167 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Justin, 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 (ages 4–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- 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 justinjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 940-373-1949
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–1 pm, 4:30–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–1 pm, 4:30–8 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 6–7 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My 8 year old son has been coming here for about a year and a half, Paul makes the little and big kid classes fun, creates a positive environment and keeps the kids engaged.”
“Competitor’s Dream Spot “Hands down, the best jiu-jitsu gym I’ve trained at.”
“I just want to add that they offer a self defense class on Tuesday evenings that is second to none.”
“From the first time you step onto the mats, you feel the difference—not just in the quality of instruction, but in the culture that’s been carefully built by its leadership.”
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What members say
“Not only great professors but also awesome atmosphere to be around people who are pushing each other to get better in all aspects of life.”
“From the first time you step onto the mats, you feel the difference—not just in the quality of instruction, but in the culture that’s been carefully built by its leadership.”
“I see that it excels in fostering a welcoming and supportive community, perfect for beginners and advanced practitioners alike.”
“Not only do the students learn powerful fundamentals in Jiu Jitsu, but they will have their mind and heart trained as well.”
“If you want to see yourself or your children thrive on the mat and in life…take them to Justin Jiu Jitsu.”
“Competitor’s Dream Spot “Hands down, the best jiu-jitsu gym I’ve trained at.”
From the reviews
We went on opening night, great kids classes! Talked with the owners and the black belts Paul and Tristan are well respected and great practitioners. I think this is great for the community
I joined Justin Jiu Jitsu Academy to get my 6-year old son more confidence, discipline and the understanding of delayed gratification. My son was very hesitant to join so I told him I’d join with him. I figured this would just be something I would do short term but within the first week of training I’m hooked!
My first time being here and I love how well taken care of the facility is. I see that it excels in fostering a welcoming and supportive community, perfect for beginners and advanced practitioners alike. The instructors are incredibly skilled and dedicated to helping students achieve their full potential.
Great gym in a great location! By the thoughtfulness that went into the layout you can tell the ownership truly cares about the sport and your experience. The instructors are top-tier talent that cater to your experience level and give it a tailored approach. They have a phenomenal kids program too.
New to BJJ? Start at Justin Jiu Jitsu Academy
Justin 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 Justin 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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