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KIKO FRANCE BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU ACADEMY
5 ★★★★★ 97 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Scottsdale, Arizona
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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 kikofrancebjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (602) 471-6586
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Classes are well-structured, with a focus on both fundamentals and advanced techniques, and there’s always a healthy mix of drilling, situational sparring, and live rolling.”
“Would highly recommend to anyone looking to try jiu jitsu (they also have women’s and kids classes)”
“Kiko and his coaches are phenomenal with their training curriculum as well as motivating the students during classes and in tournaments.”
“Private sessions also available, which I love, and, you can split your hour with a buddy.”
“The coaches are experienced and dedicated to helping students achieve their goals, whether it's self-defense, competition, or simply staying in shape.”
“Whether you are a complete beginner or an advanced belt, you will find a incredible place to train and to push yourself at this school.”
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What members say
“From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed — the atmosphere is friendly, inclusive, and respectful, no matter your background or experience level.”
“I started searching for a friendly, family oriented combat gym for my niece and nephew and as soon as I met Kiko and his family I immediately fell in love with them and the gym.”
“Classes are well-structured, with a focus on both fundamentals and advanced techniques, and there’s always a healthy mix of drilling, situational sparring, and live rolling.”
“My son and I both train here, and we love it!”
“The coaches are experienced and dedicated to helping students achieve their goals, whether it's self-defense, competition, or simply staying in shape.”
“The gym is always spotless and well-maintained, which reflects the professionalism and care they put into the space.”
From the reviews
I have had the privilege of training and learning under Kiko France for over 10 years now. He is the type of coach who always gives 100% helping you reach your goals. His technical knowledge exceedingly detailed, which he teaches using a well constructed curriculum.
I have been a student at Kiko’s gym for the last 7 months and have been loving every bit of it. Kiko and his coaches are phenomenal with their training curriculum as well as motivating the students during classes and in tournaments.
Kiko France BJJ academy is known for its welcoming atmosphere and high-quality instruction. The academy focuses on both the technical aspects of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the personal development of its students. They offer classes for all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners.
Training at Kiko France BJJ has been an incredible experience. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed — the atmosphere is friendly, inclusive, and respectful, no matter your background or experience level.
New to BJJ? Start at KIKO FRANCE BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU ACADEMY
KIKO FRANCE BRAZILIAN 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.
Your first BJJ class at KIKO FRANCE BRAZILIAN 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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