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Like Minded Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Tempe, Arizona
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 — 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 likemindedjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (480) 227-7008
Hours
| Monday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5–8 PM |
| Friday | 6–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10–11:30 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The school has a wide range of students from young kids to old school people like me.”
“As a woman, I felt genuinely seen and heard during classes, which speaks to the attentiveness of the coaching and overall culture.”
“Highly recommend for anyone looking to help their teen build strong values through martial arts.”
“Like minded people working towards the common goals of self-improvement, self-defense, competition and physical fitness.”
“STUDENTS: most are beginners from white belts to beginning blue belts , all students are like-minded individuals who understand that this is a learning and self-building process.”
What members say
“Professor Darrell, whom I have known since 2013, is an incredible instructor who deeply cares for his students and treats them like family.”
“STUDENTS: most are beginners from white belts to beginning blue belts , all students are like-minded individuals who understand that this is a learning and self-building process.”
“Professor Darrell, whom I have known since 2013, is an incredible instructor who deeply cares for his students and treats them like family.”
“I learned so much during my time here, not just techniques and strategy, but also discipline, strength, and mental toughness.”
“Like minded people working towards the common goals of self-improvement, self-defense, competition and physical fitness.”
“The facility itself is clean, organized, and professional, reflecting the high standards of the school.”
From the reviews
Training at Like Minded Jiu-Jitsu has been one of the best experiences of my life. From day one, the environment was incredibly welcoming and friendly. Whether you're a beginner or more advanced, you’ll find a community that supports and challenges you in the best way.
I adore this place. It is a escape from all the craziness outside those doors, I never knew that learning Jiu-Jitsu would do that. The instructors are beyond amazing and they truly care about you. They want you to get better in skill and of course with your body.
Absolutely a fantastic place to train. The facility is small, but unique in the sense that Taylor incorporates not only the foundations of BJJ, but also mixes in kettle bell training, ropes, agility skills, and more! Everyone there is there to learn and not trying to outdo the next player.
I had been interested in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for years, but hadn’t found the right place for me to start until recently. The things that initially attracted me to Like Minded Jiu-Jitsu are what keep me coming back day after day. Darrell Taylor is incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, motivating, and patient.
New to BJJ? Start at Like Minded Jiu-Jitsu
Like Minded 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 Like Minded 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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