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Lambo Jiu Jitsu and Defensive Tactics
4.8 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Longview, 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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule lambobjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (903) 331-2513
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“In that time, my son has rapidly increased in self-esteem and confidence, as well as learning the basics of the discipline.”
“My daughter and stepdaughter love this place and have created lifetime friendships and have a great time everytime they are on the mat!”
“They frequently remind the kids that this is not for attacking someone but for self-defense and helping to defend others.”
“Not only does he teach the basics for beginners but helps build on the skills at a pace that everyone can progress.”
What members say
“The instructor does a great job pairing up partners to work on techniques.”
“They are very welcoming and great to work with, they made me feel like I fit right in, as well as had very good and technical instruction.”
“They are very welcoming and great to work with, they made me feel like I fit right in, as well as had very good and technical instruction.”
“In that time, my son has rapidly increased in self-esteem and confidence, as well as learning the basics of the discipline.”
“If your child needs a confidence boost or wants to join a team that is dedicated to helping them achieve greatness then look no further!”
“If your child needs a confidence boost or wants to join a team that is dedicated to helping them achieve greatness then look no further!”
From the reviews
We've been at Lambo Jiu Jitsu for a few months. In that time, my son has rapidly increased in self-esteem and confidence, as well as learning the basics of the discipline. We're looking forward to growing even more as he moves ahead in studying here.
This place is outstanding!! If your child needs a confidence boost or wants to join a team that is dedicated to helping them achieve greatness then look no further!!! Lambo cares about the growth and success of every child.
Great instructors and atmosphere. My son has been taking lessons here for about 3 months and has loved it. After the free class, we knew this is where we wanted to have our son go. They frequently remind the kids that this is not for attacking someone but for self-defense and helping to defend others.
The instructor does a great job pairing up partners to work on techniques. He will let you know when you do great but will also let you know when you need to correct something. If some moves are beyond your skill set, Josh will take the time to explain each step of the way to improve your skills.
New to BJJ? Start at Lambo Jiu Jitsu and Defensive Tactics
Lambo Jiu Jitsu and Defensive Tactics 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 Lambo Jiu Jitsu and Defensive Tactics
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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