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King's Gambit Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 6 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Bedford, Texas
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 3–14) — 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule kingsgambitbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (469) 751-8550
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–7 AM, 12–1 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4 PM–12 AM |
| Thursday | 12–8 AM, 11 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Friday | 4–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“As parents, we’ve watched our kids grow in discipline, responsibility, confidence, and respect—both on and off the mats.”
“Whether you’re a brand-new white belt or a seasoned competitor, you’ll get high-level instruction and support.”
“It’s a brand-new location, but it still feels like the same amazing gym family we’ve been so grateful to be a part of.”
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What members say
“As parents, we’ve watched our kids grow in discipline, responsibility, confidence, and respect—both on and off the mats.”
From the reviews
We followed Professor Calvin and Coach Clara from our previous gym because we truly believe in the way they teach and care for their students. As parents, we’ve watched our kids grow in discipline, responsibility, confidence, and respect—both on and off the mats. We’re so excited for this new chapter at Kings Gambit!
I’ve trained at a few places, and this school stands out. The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable and take the time to understand each student’s goals and style, instead of using a one-size-fits-all approach. Whether you’re a brand-new white belt or a seasoned competitor, you’ll get high-level instruction and support.
Been coming to train with coach Calvin and the team for several years. Best classes I’ve been to have been from coach Calvin and his own coach as well. He’s Master of the game been doing it for a long time. Beautiful gym, clean, friendly, atmosphere is through the roof. Great programs and coaches.
King’s Gambit is a great place to start or continue your Brazilian Jiu Jitsu journey! I’ve trained Jiu Jitsu for about 6 years and it is incredibly beneficial for confidence and anxiety. You’ll also gain a good group of people who are struggling with you. I would recommend everyone learn Jiu Jitsu, especially children.
New to BJJ? Start at King's Gambit Jiu Jitsu
King's Gambit 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 King's Gambit 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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